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CAS Rugby 2025

Meaty Michael

Meaty Michael

Bob McCowan (2)
Mario and Hules said:
My Predicted Ladder
1st Trinity
2nd Knox
3rd Barker
4th Waverley
5th Cranbrook
6th Aloys

TRINITY - Trinity is shaping up to be the dark horse of this year’s CAS Rugby competition a team underestimated early on but now proving to be a serious contender for the title. After flying under the radar in the pre-season, Trinity has built quiet momentum through relentless training. Their recent performances have turned heads, with disciplined defence, smart set plays, and breakout individual efforts showing they can match it with and beat the favourites. With nothing to lose and everything to prove, Trinity is rising at the right time, ready to shock the competition and claim the CAS title.

KNOX - Knox is predicted to come second in rugby this season because, while they boast a physically dominant forward pack, exceptional fitness, and disciplined structure, they may be outmatched by a rival team with slightly more creativity and flair in the backline; despite their consistent performances, strong coaching, and depth across the squad, Knox’s more conservative playing style might struggle to match the attacking brilliance and momentum of the likely premiers in key matchups, leaving them narrowly behind in what promises to be a fiercely competitive season.

BARKER - Barker may have entered the season as the favourites, backed by a strong record and plenty of hype but sometimes, expectations don’t win games. Despite their skill and depth, Barker has shown signs of pressure in key moments, and as the competition tightens, it’s becoming clear they may not have the edge when it counts. While they’ll still be strong enough to push for the top, the rise of Trinity as the dark horse has shifted the landscape. Barker is set for a solid season but this year, second place is where they’ll finish, just behind a more determined and hungrier Trinity and Knox side .

WAVERLEY - Waverley entered the season with all the signs of another dominant run a strong pre-season, solid depth, and the reputation of a CAS rugby powerhouse. But everything changed after their second-half performance against Scots. What looked like a well-oiled machine fell apart under pressure: missed tackles, poor discipline, and a lack of composure in key moments exposed serious cracks. It wasn’t just a bad half it was a wake-up call. For a team expected to set the pace, Waverley now looks vulnerable, and that second half changed my entire view of their season. If they don’t regroup fast, the powerhouse could find themselves slipping all the way to second last in the standings a fall no one saw coming.

CRANBROOK - Cranbrook is expected to finish second last in the competition this season due to a combination of limited depth in their squad, inconsistency in execution, and a lack of physical dominance compared to stronger teams. While they show moments of flair and individual talent, particularly in the backline, their forward pack often struggles to match the physicality and structure of more disciplined opponents. Injuries and changes in coaching strategy have also disrupted their rhythm throughout the season. Despite their strong school spirit and effort on the field, Cranbrook lacks the cohesion and defensive resilience needed to close out tight matches, which will likely result in a second-last placing in a highly competitive field.

ALOYS - St Aloysius has long struggled to keep pace in the highly competitive CAS Rugby arena, and unfortunately, 2025 looks to be no different. Despite admirable heart and effort, they continue to face challenges in size, depth, and execution that other schools have moved past. Their commitment can’t be questioned the boys play with pride but against faster, more physical, and more polished teams, Aloys often finds themselves outmatched. Defensive lapses, difficulty maintaining possession, and an inability to finish attacking opportunities have plagued them early in the season. Unless there’s a major turnaround, Aloys is on track to once again finish at the bottom of the table. It’s not about lack of spirit it’s about a gap in performance that, for now, remains too wide to close.
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Putting Trinity at the top of the ladder is outright bias and straight bullsh*t.
Do you seriously think the team that first of all lost, and could barely compete with Joey's 2nds, may build up the courage to stand up to the likes of Barker, Knox, or Waverley, who all competed strongly against Joey's 1sts?
Please prove me wrong.
 
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schoolboyfanatic

Frank Row (1)
Meaty Michael said:
Putting Trinity at the top of the ladder is outright bias and straight bullsh*t.
Do you seriously think the team that first of all lost, and could barely compete with Joey's 2nds, may build up the courage to stand up to the likes of Barker, Knox, or Waverley, who all competed strongly against Joey's 1sts?
Please prove me wrong.
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They have also shown that they are able to match it with some of the top teams including kings and auggies who they were both tieing with at half time. Just lapses in concentration is what made them fall short but that doesn’t mean that they aren’t a real contender this year.
 
scrumhalf

scrumhalf

Allen Oxlade (6)
I do think on paper cranbrook was the stronger team but trinity outclassed and stunned a cranbrook team that was expecting an easier win. It should be very interesting to watch them face up again in round 5.
 
Soupnasty

Soupnasty

Chris McKivat (8)
Homer said:
Barker v Knox first up! Barker started the trials on fire but have come back to earth a bit and were flattered by the scoreline against Shore. Knox have been solid without being spectacular, although they did lead Joeys for a while. Home ground will mean nothing.
I'm tipping barker by 9 unfortunately. Knox to be on top early but Barker to come home strong. Forwards to cancel each other out and Barker slightly ahead in the backs.
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Barker backs have been underwhelming this year so far (Japan and trials) with the exception of the 12 in the Japan games
 
scrumhalf

scrumhalf

Allen Oxlade (6)
saladsdontwinscrums1 said:
Let's face it Trinity are pretenders this year, and easily could loose the the likes of teams such as Cranbrook. I do admit they do have potential and are on track for a positive future.
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Yeah, they definantly have poteintal and hope and showed a touch of brillance in pre season although i dont know if they have a solid enough pack. There back line was outstanding but i dont think there forwards have the size and scrum skill to match up against the likes of waverley, knox and barker.
 
Scrums'n Roses

Scrums'n Roses

Bob McCowan (2)
scrumhalf said:
Yeah, they definantly have poteintal and hope and showed a touch of brillance in pre season although i dont know if they have a solid enough pack. There back line was outstanding but i dont think there forwards have the size and scrum skill to match up against the likes of waverley, knox and barker.
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I think it is too early to tell, let us get through the first week of CAS then we can start to figure out the standings.
 
Hector

Hector

Peter Burge (5)
Aloys v Cranbrook

First XV

1. K Morson
2. M Clarke
3. N Lee
4. R Madden
5. C Thompson
6. J Lowe
7. M Eves
8. C Lee
9. C Horton (c)
10. J Courtenay
11. F Whyte
12. F Wake
13. S Price
14. K Trueman
15. P Simpson

Second XV

1. O Senior
2. M Kim
3. A Kotelawele
4. L Burrows
5. J Mair
6. N Wilkinson
7. W Fiore
8. N Kelly
9. F Eastman
10. G Ridding (c)
11. C Saoud
12. O Bull
13. J Martin-Jury
14. J Jaffrey
15. G Carmody
 
XxxFootyBearxxX

XxxFootyBearxxX

Frank Row (1)
Hector said:
Aloys v Cranbrook

First XV

1. K Morson
2. M Clarke
3. N Lee
4. R Madden
5. C Thompson
6. J Lowe
7. M Eves
8. C Lee
9. C Horton (c)
10. J Courtenay
11. F Whyte
12. F Wake
13. S Price
14. K Trueman
15. P Simpson

Second XV

1. O Senior
2. M Kim
3. A Kotelawele
4. L Burrows
5. J Mair
6. N Wilkinson
7. W Fiore
8. N Kelly
9. F Eastman
10. G Ridding (c)
11. C Saoud
12. O Bull
13. J Martin-Jury
14. J Jaffrey
15. G Carmody
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What a bloody team honestly should give a Cranbrook a real hard time

Best regards,
SCRUM ON
 
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