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Nathan Sharpe (72)
LG you've left it wide open for me to swoop in there but I'm leaving it out of respect for the thread
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LG you've left it wide open for me to swoop in there but I'm leaving it out of respect for the thread
Quick Hands
David Wilson (68)
16As and 14As to Augs, 15As to View, haven't heard about 13As. Fromm all reports a great day of schoolboy rugby, no refereeing controversies and no foul play.
Inside Shoulder
Nathan Sharpe (72)
How did the St Augustine 12 go?
Quick Hands
David Wilson (68)
Dad's a 6'4" ex 2nd rower so he doesn't appear to have inherited any of that. Without a growth spurt, it's difficult to see him playing anything other than 9 or 10. (There's always exceptions to the rule and at junior level his speed, skill and strength do the job more than adequately)
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David Wilson (68)
Augustines have had an NZ tour and a couple of trials, while View have been restricted by rowing and athletics. These are good results for View and suggest a good season ahead.
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Allen Oxlade (6)
He played quite well, has a lot of ability. Their whole backline is slowed by the 10. Doesn't seem up to it and physically couldn't cope.
The view hooker plays like a good openside.... His throwing wasn't great.
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John Eales (66)
12. Luke Lough and elder brother 8. James Lough were two of Saints' best.
Difficult but possible. He will be one of the exceptions. Again, I quote the JOC (James O'Connor) example and he's a harder and more effective tackler than JOC (James O'Connor) was at the same age.
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John Eales (66)
It was only a trial and he was promoted for this game.
He lacked a bit of deception and just kept dishing the ball out, but he showed his promise at the end of the game when he ran with the ball.
Defenders drifted off him and he got Saints into position to score their second try.
He also scored their first try supporting the ball carrier and taking the popped pass.
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Ted Thorn (20)
However, HH's Mum's diminutive. IMO he'll be an exceptional 10 at senior level, very smart and very strong. This year I'd like to see View use him more at 12.
As LG rightly says "he will be too rugby-smart and rugby-useful to be parked" out on the wing as his post school career develops.
But let's not wish his life away and let's remember what thread we're in. Just as some fondly reminisced a few pages back as to Beale's schoolboy exploits, barring injuries, Hutchison will continue to produce weekly highlight reels.
No, I'm not related to him. I've enjoyed watching him since the U14s state champs. Yes, I'm a big fan.
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Ron Walden (29)
with you there...quality and always the talking point at junior levels...ie who we putting on him....10.69 over 100m ? has got plenty of skill as well and hard as nails....where's the debate?
Inside Shoulder
Nathan Sharpe (72)
As I said pre-match Lough the younger is one of those uncanny players who is always influential no matter the level.
Keep an eye on him.
Quick Hands
David Wilson (68)
Has size as well as skill and speed.
Quick Hands
David Wilson (68)
There isn't really a debate is there, just observations.
And we won't know the answer for 2-3 or up to 5 years.
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Nev Cottrell (35)
Wow , the much trumpeted joeys group (with athletes on deck), only just snuck home .... While the 2nds put on 70 points .
.. Might be some selection issues that need to be sorted out .... And quickly as round 1 versus scots, is only 2 weeks away
Any suggestions, lee grant, (?) on 2nds players who might be pushing for a promotion
Altgh LG doesn't tend to depart from the house view ... Presumably as a known man
In junior gps news:
One to watch this year from scots is charlie savala ... Scots play this 14a v 15a trial , and charlie was very strong in midfield ...
... And could easily play up an age group based on that performance
Scots might be able to turn the tables on a strong newington 14as in 2014
In the main game: Looks like riverview firming as favorites for 2014, imho
.. Might be some selection issues that need to be sorted out .... And quickly as round 1 versus scots, is only 2 weeks away
Any suggestions, lee grant, (?) on 2nds players who might be pushing for a promotion
Altgh LG doesn't tend to depart from the house view ... Presumably as a known man
In junior gps news:
One to watch this year from scots is charlie savala ... Scots play this 14a v 15a trial , and charlie was very strong in midfield ...
... And could easily play up an age group based on that performance
Scots might be able to turn the tables on a strong newington 14as in 2014
In the main game: Looks like riverview firming as favorites for 2014, imho
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harrysboy
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Did Shore play a trial match yesterday? If so, does anyone have any match reviews for 1sts and 2nds?
10to12
Jimmy Flynn (14)
Your boy played well. Congrats. Using your big boys v well but your scrum was a shocker. Best of luck for the season. I'll be backing them
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Bill Watson (15)
Comparing the Oakhill 1sts to their 2nds is pointless. It was like a 4ths team frankly. The point is they toughed it out and won.
Could be a couple of changes but nothing major - boys just lacked execution and player combinations were rusty- bit harsh on those just back to the team with many of them playing their first game for almost 8 months.
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Frank Nicholson (4)
any word on grammar-pats? I managed to catch the thirds putting 50 points or so on the boys from strathfield, did the 1sts and 2nds have similar luck?
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fireball
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Not wholesale changes at joeys but a couple didn't aim up. There are probably two backs and one forward who would be very lucky to hold their spots. Their seconds counterparts are just better options.
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