DaSchmooze
Dave Cowper (27)
I get the feeling that Greg's are going to come home with a wet sail.
ISA 2023
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DaSchmooze
Dave Cowper (27)
ISA Round 4: 29-7-23
Pius host Oakhill - It's been a month since Pius last played a comp game. For some, this extended lay off is opportunity to re-group and rehabilitate injuries. Will this be the case for Pius, or will they be a bit rusty. Perhaps some Pius snouts could tell us what they've been up to in the break? Regardless, I dont see this going Pius' way. Whilst they are always capable of the upset, Oakhill's forward pack should e too much for them to handle and I think this should be fairly comfortable for the Golden Shoulders.
Prediction - Oakhill by 20+ Castle Towers's
Auggies host Kinross - Last weekend's result against Greg's was a surprise for me. I thought it would have been closer than that. And having heard that scoreline, I dont see a lot of hope for the Orangemen this weekend. By the sounds of it, Auggies mobile pack out pinned Oakhill allowing their speedy backs plenty of opportunity.
Prediction - Auggies by 20+ "Yeah brah's"
Gregs host Stannies - Match of the Round. This game will be a nail biter. Having scored a good win on the road last week, Gregs will host an eminently capable Stanies this week. Having watched Stannies on Saturday, I can say that they have a stable set piece and quality backs - their back three of particular note. Lots of size, lots of pace. Greg's will need an answer to Stannies tight ruck defence - tey make their first up tackles with rigour and Gregs wont be able to crash their way through. I suspect the game will be won and lost in the forwards with both teams able to run the ball effectively. It's who's going to have it the most that matters.
At the start of the season, I suggested that Gregs would be one to watch and I think this will continue to be the case. I haven't seen them play, but would think at home they go in to this weekend with a hair's width better chance.
Prediction - Greg's by 2 new housing developments
Pius host Oakhill - It's been a month since Pius last played a comp game. For some, this extended lay off is opportunity to re-group and rehabilitate injuries. Will this be the case for Pius, or will they be a bit rusty. Perhaps some Pius snouts could tell us what they've been up to in the break? Regardless, I dont see this going Pius' way. Whilst they are always capable of the upset, Oakhill's forward pack should e too much for them to handle and I think this should be fairly comfortable for the Golden Shoulders.
Prediction - Oakhill by 20+ Castle Towers's
Auggies host Kinross - Last weekend's result against Greg's was a surprise for me. I thought it would have been closer than that. And having heard that scoreline, I dont see a lot of hope for the Orangemen this weekend. By the sounds of it, Auggies mobile pack out pinned Oakhill allowing their speedy backs plenty of opportunity.
Prediction - Auggies by 20+ "Yeah brah's"
Gregs host Stannies - Match of the Round. This game will be a nail biter. Having scored a good win on the road last week, Gregs will host an eminently capable Stanies this week. Having watched Stannies on Saturday, I can say that they have a stable set piece and quality backs - their back three of particular note. Lots of size, lots of pace. Greg's will need an answer to Stannies tight ruck defence - tey make their first up tackles with rigour and Gregs wont be able to crash their way through. I suspect the game will be won and lost in the forwards with both teams able to run the ball effectively. It's who's going to have it the most that matters.
At the start of the season, I suggested that Gregs would be one to watch and I think this will continue to be the case. I haven't seen them play, but would think at home they go in to this weekend with a hair's width better chance.
Prediction - Greg's by 2 new housing developments
Mikal Jordan
Stan Wickham (3)
Over the break the Pius boys travelled up to QLD to take on Gregory Terrace and Nudgee 3rd XV
Heard from the Terrace game - Pius showed up and towered over the boys from Tennyson
7-7 Draw with Nudges
DaSchmooze
Dave Cowper (27)
Great to hear. I had big concerns for them if they hadnt played any footy at all until this weekend.
Thomas B Rugbyboot
Frank Nicholson (4)
ISA Round 4: 29-7-23
Pius host Oakhill - Well after last week's performance, Oakhill will have to rely on keeping more possession rather than kicking it away. If the can do this then they should win. That being said if Pius get possession then they may indeed get the win. Oakhill to win.
Auggies host Kinross -Auggies looked good with the amount of possession they received last week. Their backline certainly clicked. I can't seek Kinross travelling and troubling Auggies down on the beaches. A strong win for Auggies
Gregs host Stannies - Gregs had a good win last week over a travelling Kinross. Stannies on the other hand sound like they have improved from their first game. It will depend on which team turns up on the day. I'm backing the home side Gregs to get the win.
Pius host Oakhill - Well after last week's performance, Oakhill will have to rely on keeping more possession rather than kicking it away. If the can do this then they should win. That being said if Pius get possession then they may indeed get the win. Oakhill to win.
Auggies host Kinross -Auggies looked good with the amount of possession they received last week. Their backline certainly clicked. I can't seek Kinross travelling and troubling Auggies down on the beaches. A strong win for Auggies
Gregs host Stannies - Gregs had a good win last week over a travelling Kinross. Stannies on the other hand sound like they have improved from their first game. It will depend on which team turns up on the day. I'm backing the home side Gregs to get the win.
NotStraight
Stan Wickham (3)
Any updates from any games?
Choptackle
Chris McKivat (8)
Auggies 69- Kinross- 7
Pius 5 vs Oakhill 43
Pius manned up for the first half being a tight game 5-12 for most the half especially with many 2XV and 16s having to fill in for injured players, Oakhill were just too good for them in the second hard, and Pius defending on their line for most of the first half they ran out of puff in the second half conceding 5 unanswered tries.
Pius manned up for the first half being a tight game 5-12 for most the half especially with many 2XV and 16s having to fill in for injured players, Oakhill were just too good for them in the second hard, and Pius defending on their line for most of the first half they ran out of puff in the second half conceding 5 unanswered tries.
Choptackle
Chris McKivat (8)
Augustine’s VS Kinross Game Report
Great day of Rugby out at Narrabeen today. With the local derby Shute shield match occupying Auggies usual Rat park home ground Sydney Academy of sport was the ground in play today.
The game started off in the first 10 minutes relatively close with each team getting a try on the board. However after Kinross got their try on the board this proved to be the turning point as Auggies put the foot on the gas pedal and scored a couple of well worked tries before half time. After the break was no different as the flood gates opened and the well oiled machine of Augustine’s piled on a multitude of tries bringing the end score to 69-7. Congratulations to Kinross who held their own until the end of a tough game
Great day of Rugby out at Narrabeen today. With the local derby Shute shield match occupying Auggies usual Rat park home ground Sydney Academy of sport was the ground in play today.
The game started off in the first 10 minutes relatively close with each team getting a try on the board. However after Kinross got their try on the board this proved to be the turning point as Auggies put the foot on the gas pedal and scored a couple of well worked tries before half time. After the break was no different as the flood gates opened and the well oiled machine of Augustine’s piled on a multitude of tries bringing the end score to 69-7. Congratulations to Kinross who held their own until the end of a tough game
Cuz
Herbert Moran (7)
Greg's also won 2nd's, 3rd's, 16's, 15A's & 14's. I expect it's been a long time since that has happened ...
DaSchmooze
Dave Cowper (27)
JackJill
Ted Fahey (11)
I watched Auggies last week against Oakhill, they are one of the more exciting teams to watch this year. They shift the ball around a lot and take many opportunities throughout the game that keeps the defense on their toes. They have a similar playing style to the All Blacks. The constant ball movement was a key reason the Oakhill pack ran out of juice. Pats play a very similar way as well, 10 controls the game expertly while 15 roams around the ruck looking for any chances to strike, as he does so well.
DaSchmooze
Dave Cowper (27)
ISA Round 5: 5-8-23
Oakhill hosts Pats - Match of the round and a game that can shape the ladder for the year. Oakhill needs to win to keep their hopes of a shared premiership alive, Pats need to win to keep their hopes of an outright premiership alive - it's going to be great viewing. The formula for beating Oakhill is there on display. Keep their big forwards moving and secure quick ball and you've got em. Engage in a slugfest and you dont. Will Pats have the confidence in their game to take it to them? I think they can! But Oakhill will defend their patch of turf on Old Northern Road doggedly. A very tight game indeed.
Predication: Head says Oakhill, heart says Pats. Too close to call.
Kinross host Pius - Kinross will be licking their wounds from last week for sure. Not an unexpected result but certainly the scoreline was. I think they're going to struggle against Chatswood this week. Pius have been and will continue to be a tough opposition regardless of where they are playing. They too will be cranky about their loss to Oakhill last week so both teams will hit the paddock with something to prove.
Predication - Pius to win
Stannies host Auggies - Well... if the upset is on, it will be on at Hogwarts on Saturday. Unlike any other team, Stannies at home is a very big hill to climb. With the full support of their parochial home crowd, Stannies are capable of beating anyone. I'm going to say that the forward battle will probably be close to parity meaning the game will be won and lost outwide. f Stannies can put pressure on their inside backs, the game is in play. If they let Auggies run, the game is lost - a siimple equation.
Predication - On paper an easy win for Auggies but a cheeky $5 on the upset for Stannies
Oakhill hosts Pats - Match of the round and a game that can shape the ladder for the year. Oakhill needs to win to keep their hopes of a shared premiership alive, Pats need to win to keep their hopes of an outright premiership alive - it's going to be great viewing. The formula for beating Oakhill is there on display. Keep their big forwards moving and secure quick ball and you've got em. Engage in a slugfest and you dont. Will Pats have the confidence in their game to take it to them? I think they can! But Oakhill will defend their patch of turf on Old Northern Road doggedly. A very tight game indeed.
Predication: Head says Oakhill, heart says Pats. Too close to call.
Kinross host Pius - Kinross will be licking their wounds from last week for sure. Not an unexpected result but certainly the scoreline was. I think they're going to struggle against Chatswood this week. Pius have been and will continue to be a tough opposition regardless of where they are playing. They too will be cranky about their loss to Oakhill last week so both teams will hit the paddock with something to prove.
Predication - Pius to win
Stannies host Auggies - Well... if the upset is on, it will be on at Hogwarts on Saturday. Unlike any other team, Stannies at home is a very big hill to climb. With the full support of their parochial home crowd, Stannies are capable of beating anyone. I'm going to say that the forward battle will probably be close to parity meaning the game will be won and lost outwide. f Stannies can put pressure on their inside backs, the game is in play. If they let Auggies run, the game is lost - a siimple equation.
Predication - On paper an easy win for Auggies but a cheeky $5 on the upset for Stannies
Thomas B Rugbyboot
Frank Nicholson (4)
ISA Round 5: 5-8-23
Oakhill hosts Pats - Last week Oakhill decided to maintain possession and not kick it away and their forwards and backs combined to win the game. Pats have been playing good consistent rugby all year. Give their backs the ball and they can score points. Oakhill will be at full strength for the first time since round 2. Playing at home gives Oakhill a slight advantage. Oakhill to win.
Kinross host Pius - Kinross's large loss last week has not instilled a lot of confidence they can turn things around. Pius defence was tested last week by Oakhill, however I don't believe Kinross has the same firepower as Oakhill. Based on previous results, Pius to win.
Stannies host Auggies - Playing at Stannies always raises a few concerns for visiting teams as history would suggest. Stannies do seem to lift when playing at home. However this years Auggies team has talent across the paddock. Stannies forwards may hold them for a period of time, however I think Auggies will prevail quite comfortably in the end. Auggies to win.
Oakhill hosts Pats - Last week Oakhill decided to maintain possession and not kick it away and their forwards and backs combined to win the game. Pats have been playing good consistent rugby all year. Give their backs the ball and they can score points. Oakhill will be at full strength for the first time since round 2. Playing at home gives Oakhill a slight advantage. Oakhill to win.
Kinross host Pius - Kinross's large loss last week has not instilled a lot of confidence they can turn things around. Pius defence was tested last week by Oakhill, however I don't believe Kinross has the same firepower as Oakhill. Based on previous results, Pius to win.
Stannies host Auggies - Playing at Stannies always raises a few concerns for visiting teams as history would suggest. Stannies do seem to lift when playing at home. However this years Auggies team has talent across the paddock. Stannies forwards may hold them for a period of time, however I think Auggies will prevail quite comfortably in the end. Auggies to win.
DaSchmooze
Dave Cowper (27)
Any results anyone?
Thomas B Rugbyboot
Frank Nicholson (4)
Oaks 24 - Pats 17
Choptackle
Chris McKivat (8)
Auggies 66- Stannies 7
Choptackle
Chris McKivat (8)
Auggies vs Stannies Game report
A day out at Bathurst which was looking gloomy and wet throughout the earlier grades managed to clear up for the main spectacle at 3:15.
Auggies came out of the gates firing on all cylinders, scoring on the first play of the game through a backline move, this was then followed by 3 or 4 long range tries in very quick succession as the Auggies lead opened up very quickly. Into the break Augs are up big.
2nd half is more of the same, Augs running in some more well worked tries as the score line kept growing. Towards the end of the game stannies gained a lot of possession close to to Augustine’s line however we’re not able to crack them. Augustine’s made a large amount of subs towards the late stages and this is where Stannies 15 made a great break from his own half, then setting up his teammate who got over the line, it’s unknown whether possesion was lost or not over the line however none the less a great try from stannies from long range.
All in all 66-7, another dominant performance from Auggies who have made another statement as they aim to power onto an ISA title.
A day out at Bathurst which was looking gloomy and wet throughout the earlier grades managed to clear up for the main spectacle at 3:15.
Auggies came out of the gates firing on all cylinders, scoring on the first play of the game through a backline move, this was then followed by 3 or 4 long range tries in very quick succession as the Auggies lead opened up very quickly. Into the break Augs are up big.
2nd half is more of the same, Augs running in some more well worked tries as the score line kept growing. Towards the end of the game stannies gained a lot of possession close to to Augustine’s line however we’re not able to crack them. Augustine’s made a large amount of subs towards the late stages and this is where Stannies 15 made a great break from his own half, then setting up his teammate who got over the line, it’s unknown whether possesion was lost or not over the line however none the less a great try from stannies from long range.
All in all 66-7, another dominant performance from Auggies who have made another statement as they aim to power onto an ISA title.
Silver Back
Bob McCowan (2)
Oakhill v St Pats
16A Oakhill 26-10
Second XV Oakhill 19-8
First XV Game
A strange game at Oakhill today with both teams playing some good rugby in patches mixed with a high error rate and lots of dropped ball. Oakhill never fully dominated their opponents despite having the majority of possession. Pats were well below their best and put together some better possession in the second half, looking more coherent in the last quarter of the game. Pats dropped the final pass of a good backline move with the line wide open, missing a try right on half time allowing Oakhill to maintain a 5 – 0 lead at half time. Oakhill possession saw further tries to them after half time and Oakhill also crossed the try line several times only to be held up with Pats deep in defence. Pats came to life at times with 3 good tries in the second half but it was not enough of a consistent effort, Oakhill running out deserved winners 24 - 17. Neither team would be particularly happy with their overall performance.
What seemed odd for the last home game for Oakhill for the year was the lack of atmosphere and support, with barely 20 Oakhill students seen to be supporting their First XV and away supporters equal to or outnumbering the home team support for the First XV game. For a school with a strong rugby program and 1800 boys (plus the girls in year 11 and 12) it did seem an underwhelming way to finish their home season.
16A Oakhill 26-10
Second XV Oakhill 19-8
First XV Game
A strange game at Oakhill today with both teams playing some good rugby in patches mixed with a high error rate and lots of dropped ball. Oakhill never fully dominated their opponents despite having the majority of possession. Pats were well below their best and put together some better possession in the second half, looking more coherent in the last quarter of the game. Pats dropped the final pass of a good backline move with the line wide open, missing a try right on half time allowing Oakhill to maintain a 5 – 0 lead at half time. Oakhill possession saw further tries to them after half time and Oakhill also crossed the try line several times only to be held up with Pats deep in defence. Pats came to life at times with 3 good tries in the second half but it was not enough of a consistent effort, Oakhill running out deserved winners 24 - 17. Neither team would be particularly happy with their overall performance.
What seemed odd for the last home game for Oakhill for the year was the lack of atmosphere and support, with barely 20 Oakhill students seen to be supporting their First XV and away supporters equal to or outnumbering the home team support for the First XV game. For a school with a strong rugby program and 1800 boys (plus the girls in year 11 and 12) it did seem an underwhelming way to finish their home season.