AIC Rugby 2015
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The Kingfella
Bob McCowan (2)
Anyone that wants to say why Peters should not have beat eddies please speak now or forever hold your own
IDMSportmedia
Herbert Moran (7)
They have one of the best if not the best defensive lines this year.
No Chicken? Later Bo!
Frank Row (1)
Who were the star players for each team? Couldnt make the game so itd be good to hear a report.
don't_go_latho
Chris McKivat (8)
Lauries best day yesterday probably for the last 5 years. All A teams bar the 14's won and the 15a's beat last years premiers. Big improvement on last year. I think the penny has finally dropped at the school and good changes are occurring.
rugbyXVtalk
Bob McCowan (2)
Padua vs Pats
First half was a good physical encounter with OToole and Sikimeti proving as to why they should be considered for AIC and Queensland schoolboys.
Second half was a run away with Padua showing skill and playing smart rugby.
Players of the game.
Lawson Crieghton
Tom OToole - was quiet in the second half
Sikimeti
Mana
these two boys need to help Jack Kelly and lead the boys. I look forward to hearing more stories of how these fellas are tearing up.
Padua also need to look at themselves and seriously think Premiership contention. What was seen on Saturday is not a side that will go all the way. Some decisions by there winger Zac Odonell and others who would rather kick the ball away and hope to god it stays in.
this then comes down to the coaching staff with teaching the boys to hold the ball, that's how you win a game of rugby
when I played first xv 5 years ago the favouritism in the padua squad was unbelievable and not a something I enjoyed looking back on it. I don't think they will go the length because team cohesion in the Padua side is becoming something the coaches should worry about
One another note. Its a huge disappointment that AIC have changed the times of games for the First XV. What is usually one of the biggest games in the AIC season the Pats and Padua crowds were really missing. Especially the old boys. Pats had a small congregation in the corner of the field. They usually have a huge turn out for this game.
AIC need to consider the people actually wanting to come watch. 1.30 is not a good time to play.
3.15 however gets all the boys down and an awesome atmosphere
Have a good week
Look forward to seeing tips and results for the week to come!
First half was a good physical encounter with OToole and Sikimeti proving as to why they should be considered for AIC and Queensland schoolboys.
Second half was a run away with Padua showing skill and playing smart rugby.
Players of the game.
Lawson Crieghton
Tom OToole - was quiet in the second half
Sikimeti
Mana
these two boys need to help Jack Kelly and lead the boys. I look forward to hearing more stories of how these fellas are tearing up.
Padua also need to look at themselves and seriously think Premiership contention. What was seen on Saturday is not a side that will go all the way. Some decisions by there winger Zac Odonell and others who would rather kick the ball away and hope to god it stays in.
this then comes down to the coaching staff with teaching the boys to hold the ball, that's how you win a game of rugby
when I played first xv 5 years ago the favouritism in the padua squad was unbelievable and not a something I enjoyed looking back on it. I don't think they will go the length because team cohesion in the Padua side is becoming something the coaches should worry about
One another note. Its a huge disappointment that AIC have changed the times of games for the First XV. What is usually one of the biggest games in the AIC season the Pats and Padua crowds were really missing. Especially the old boys. Pats had a small congregation in the corner of the field. They usually have a huge turn out for this game.
AIC need to consider the people actually wanting to come watch. 1.30 is not a good time to play.
3.15 however gets all the boys down and an awesome atmosphere
Have a good week
Look forward to seeing tips and results for the week to come!
xxxx
Larry Dwyer (12)
Yeah it's was a great turn around for Lauries, What changes have been made?
Do keep in mine that the Iona 15a, last season premiers is a very different team from last season.
The three best players are missing, at the hands of GPS, two to Terrace, not sure where the lock in the year level below went. Ironically the year before Lauries stars where tempted to the dark side.
Prince Henry
Fred Wood (13)
Agree with you re start times for First XV. With grades 5-8 playing away and some games not finishing until 1pm, there is no opportunity for these boys to watch their heroes. Also commercially for the schools and canteens, must be a big revenue hit. Who made this decision???
Derick Slater
Chris McKivat (8)
What was the players number? I won't identify him but can tell you if he's a leagie or not.
This same Laurie's team also lost 5 Players to GPS schools when under 13's. The turnaround (and it still has some way to go) is due to a ground swell of Old Boy intervention and a recognition that a proud tradition of rugby history was being eroded. There is now a large number of Old Boys helping out across all levels and lobbying will continue to include more in coming years. A strength and conditioning coach has finally been appointed (also an old boy) along with Old Boy Reds and Wallabies players assisting with skills based training.
The moving of game times was done by the sports masters of AIC schools. There is very strong consus that this was a poor decision in the extreme. No consideration for school spirit/ support , traditions of the game, playing in the hottest part of the day etc etc.People around the grounds tell me crowds were down around 50% at all AIC 1st games. A weak decision that will impact the game on all levels.... All because the sports masters want to go home early !!!! ...only option...Email headmasters and sports masters to air your grievance.
Eli Jensen
Frank Row (1)
Despite Villanovas loss, I think they have alot of improvement and potential in them! Expecting a top 3 finish.
harriez_94
Frank Nicholson (4)
I'm not entirely sure we were watching the same game mate. It was an absolutely dominant Ashgrove performance, in particular within the forwards.
Ashgrove honestly had a field day in the forwards with their set piece against Villa. The 9 / 10 (Jaz Day, Issac De Flavis) for Ashgrove had a relatively poor game but having watched them last year in 15's they are great players who just need to build confidence. The backline of Ashgrove had great speed and size (the 13), and ran their plays perfectly.
Looking forward to next week Ashgrove v Padua, should be a cracker.
I'm sorry what? Top 3? Must have some serious improvement from trials if they're even to make top 4.
Derick Slater
Chris McKivat (8)
Despite IONAs red carded player (if someone could name what position he was), I think IONA have some potential, especially since their 2 strongest players are still injured. Im sure they would have beaten SLC if they were more disciplined, and I'm sure they will beat villa.
Michael Garcia
Frank Row (1)
I'm pretty sure it was the number 7, one of the backrowers anyway.
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Larry Dwyer (12)
yeah no 7. costly mistake
Cameron Toop
Stan Wickham (3)
nathen coot
Bob McCowan (2)
Any early tips for this weekend?
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