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QLD GPS Rugby 2016

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Fred Wood (13)
Fact: I don't know any First XV coach in the GPS who has a single thing to do with the 15Cs and 15Ds to make them stick on with rugby. Not sure how it's the First XV coach's fault that the 15Cs don't feel like continuing on to be the 16

Fact ... u15c never mentioned

Go do the stats on the schools 15 to 16/opens....

"Just" going down to a C team means that State High have little depth, relative to the competition.

Fact: this only relates to number of players not talent..

THEM THE FACTS.
 

TheKing

Colin Windon (37)
You're right, I even covered that game on the blog. Su'a took their centres apart in the first half, McMillan pinched four turnovers.

What was I thinking! I'll have to edit that out.


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Taipan168

Dave Cowper (27)
The King said

Last year, State High defeated both first-placed Churchie and second-placed Nudgee, delivering a premiership to the former by stunning Nudgee at Carina.

I have to point out that State High did not beat Churchie last year (2015).
Round 3 ACGS 39 d BSHS 0
 

Stripes

Chris McKivat (8)
I think the full quote tells a little different story, Stripes.

“I think most people looking in at State High will have an understanding that we’ve got a good 16-17 players who I think are First XV players,” Fukofuka said.

“This year we can probably stretch to 21-22, but like most schools outside of the Big Three, if we lose someone out of that top 15-16 then the players coming in will do their best but they aren’t at the same level,” Fukofuka admitted.


He says he's got 16-17 player who are solid First XV players. He thinks the team can still win games with 5 or 6 starters who aren't up to First XV level, but if he loses more than six starters it will be tough to bring home a Premiership.

That's certainly how I interpreted the comment. Let's not forget State High struggle to field below a B team in most age groups. Apparently the 16s can't field a C team in 2016.

I disagree, TheKing, the full quote is exactly how I interpreted it. It a negative comment that did not need to be said.
I think he has underestimated the quality and depth of his own 1st XV squad as well as that of his 2nds.
I wish BSHS all the best for the season and despite the coach's comment, I think with the talent they have that stretches beyond just the starting 1st XV, they do have the depth and a very real chance of fighting TSS for the premiership in round 9.

On a side note, Cheers for the preview. I enjoyed your write up of each team. Well written and really got me excited for the season ahead.
 

Blue & white

Billy Sheehan (19)
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On a side note, Cheers for the preview. I enjoyed your write up of each team. Well written and really got me excited for the season ahead.[/quote]

i agree .
We are all indebted to you Mr King. Great read and as usual fair and unbiased.
Would love to know a bit more about the new boys at TSS .If they will not give you the information maybe you could do yourvown views.
 

TheKing

Colin Windon (37)
All I know about Southport

- Captain Dechlan Day is the latest in a conga line of strong ball-carrying looseheads from Southport. He might even be better than Evander Guttenbeil in the loose. A bit of a weird snub from the Australian Schoolboys.

- The much hyped (mostly by me!) Sam Dobb is playing second XV despite benching for Queensland. I'd back Mike Wallace's judgement of his ability better than the Queensland selectors. Similarly, the talented lock Thomas Van Der Schyff is still playing 16As, who will be one for the future.

- Tipene Mavoa is a terrifying ball-carrier at No.8 with an excellent turn of pace and has showed great awareness in support play in the past. I also thought it strange that he wasn't considered for Australian Schoolboys selection

- Angus Blyth is being chased by the Gold Coast Suns, who are in love with his height and athleticism. Look out for the tall timber in the second row.

- Titans-linked fullback Max Dowd returns to the First XV after a very handy season at the back last year. Expect scything runs on kick returns, linking with Gold Coast Junior Gold Cup team-mate Koen Davey, who was apparently very good on the weekend.

- New recruit Campbell Parata was Western Australia's title winning U15 flyhalf at the Junior Gold Cup, apparently has an incredible goalkicking boot. He's 16 this year, playing inside centre outside John Nucifora.

- Outside centre Tautau Kapea is apparently from Waikato, NZ, and was named best back of the North Island U17s Rugby League comp in 2015. I've seen him named at centre, second row and lock in his old League team sheets, so I'm expecting a pretty physical defensive presence.

- Openside Finn McElroy was last year's hooker, converted to seven in 2016. I'm expecting him to play a tighter role than most loose forwards - he's heavy-set compared to Southport's usual style of openside, who are normally quite tall and rangy. (Luke Papworth and Angus Allen being the case in point)

- Tighthead prop Egan Siggs is one big mofo
 

TheKing

Colin Windon (37)
We are all indebted to you Mr King. Great read and as usual fair and unbiased.


On a side note, Cheers for the preview. I enjoyed your write up of each team. Well written and really got me excited for the season ahead.


@King . outstanding report and insight from your GPS Schools 1st XV preview (almost) ..

Thoroughly good read..


Thanks everyone. Nice to wake up to comments like this, especially given that today is the three year anniversary of my first article for Green and Gold Rugby.

For those interested, it is here: BGS v TGS in Round 3, 2013
 

redblack

Larry Dwyer (12)
All I know about Southport


- The much hyped (mostly by me!) Sam Dobb is playing second XV despite benching for Queensland. I'd back Mike Wallace's judgement of his ability better than the Queensland selectors.

The King - From someone south of the border who saw Dobb at Australian Schools, I was extremely impressed with his mobility , skills and above all his ticker for wanting to have a go. Those above him at TSS must be from the top shelf.
 

Gungenia

Billy Sheehan (19)
All I know about Southport

- Captain Dechlan Day is the latest in a conga line of strong ball-carrying looseheads from Southport. He might even be better than Evander Guttenbeil in the loose. A bit of a weird snub from the Australian Schoolboys.

- The much hyped (mostly by me!) Sam Dobb is playing second XV despite benching for Queensland. I'd back Mike Wallace's judgement of his ability better than the Queensland selectors. Similarly, the talented lock Thomas Van Der Schyff is still playing 16As, who will be one for the future.

- Tipene Mavoa is a terrifying ball-carrier at No.8 with an excellent turn of pace and has showed great awareness in support play in the past. I also thought it strange that he wasn't considered for Australian Schoolboys selection

- Angus Blyth is being chased by the Gold Coast Suns, who are in love with his height and athleticism. Look out for the tall timber in the second row.

- Titans-linked fullback Max Dowd returns to the First XV after a very handy season at the back last year. Expect scything runs on kick returns, linking with Gold Coast Junior Gold Cup team-mate Koen Davey, who was apparently very good on the weekend.

- New recruit Campbell Parata was Western Australia's title winning U15 flyhalf at the Junior Gold Cup, apparently has an incredible goalkicking boot. He's 16 this year, playing inside centre outside John Nucifora.

- Outside centre Tautau Kapea is apparently from Waikato, NZ, and was named best back of the North Island U17s Rugby League comp in 2015. I've seen him named at centre, second row and lock in his old League team sheets, so I'm expecting a pretty physical defensive presence.

- Openside Finn McElroy was last year's hooker, converted to seven in 2016. I'm expecting him to play a tighter role than most loose forwards - he's heavy-set compared to Southport's usual style of openside, who are normally quite tall and rangy. (Luke Papworth and Angus Allen being the case in point)

- Tighthead prop Egan Siggs is one big mofo





Holy Shit.
Sounds like ACGS 2014.
 

phatmik

Herbert Moran (7)
deleted most of Kings post to keep this post small but in reply to

- Openside Finn McElroy was last year's hooker, converted to seven in 2016. I'm expecting him to play a tighter role than most loose forwards - he's heavy-set compared to Southport's usual style of openside, who are normally quite tall and rangy. (Luke Papworth and Angus Allen being the case in point)

- Tighthead prop Egan Siggs is one big mofo[/quote]




But they were down 6-17 last week against TGS ... and then the 2 from TGS got carded and TSS ran in quick tries.... Is that right???

I know that TSS haven't spoken to you but form is form and if so then how good is TGS and also who is looking forward to playing them up the range.....
 

Oracle83

Bill McLean (32)
deleted most of Kings post to keep this post small but in reply to

- Openside Finn McElroy was last year's hooker, converted to seven in 2016. I'm expecting him to play a tighter role than most loose forwards - he's heavy-set compared to Southport's usual style of openside, who are normally quite tall and rangy. (Luke Papworth and Angus Allen being the case in point)

- Tighthead prop Egan Siggs is one big mofo



TGS unlucky discipline cost them the match, they really look the goods - entire team very committed in defense - several big tackles from their 15.

TSS 5 is huge and overly confident but did not add much to defense or attack and is a real niggler so can see why the TGS 2 reacted and got sent off, TSS scrum very strong, 8 likes to run but one up a lot - that said with a solid lineup they are the team to beat and TGS will come very close if TSS get caught off guard again.
 

Oldschool

Jim Clark (26)
Round 2
BBC v BGS - The BBC boys have been unusually quite on this forum this year to date. Is this the year? Well they should certainly start it with a win. Early days, but it's looking like a long season for BGS.
GT v AGS - The Churchie forward pack just aren't, well Churchie of the last couple of years and if GT get front foot ball I expect their game plan to work a bit better this week, GT by a smidge.
IGS v TSS - The Ippy boys will take it to TSS and give the Southport boys a bit of a fright. But I expect a bit of a rinse and repeat of last week with TSS coming out on top, due the boys from Ippy not being as fit.
TGS v NC - I confess I'm a dyed in the wool one eyed Butcher Boy, but the NC lads aren't floating my boat this year. TGS will be angrier than a rodeo bull with a rope around his balls, they let a golden opportunity slip last week and provided they can keep everyone on the park this week they'll take it by a point or two......but if that red T-ba haze descends NC to steal it TSS style. I can only hope.
 

Oracle83

Bill McLean (32)
Thanks everyone. Nice to wake up to comments like this, especially given that today is the three year anniversary of my first article for Green and Gold Rugby.

For those interested, it is here: BGS v TGS in Round 3, 2013



Great "almost preview" King!!!

I really your wrong about your prediction with BBC coming 6th and can't see the basis for that based on BBC lineup and coaching staff.

I will be keen to see them against your beloved BGS on Saturday and doubt it will be anything like the toweling they gave them last year, that really was one of the great ALL TIME embarrassments for BGS rugby.

BGS is now recruiting pretty heavily although as usual that will be denied by many parents.
 

Countryjack

Alfred Walker (16)
Great "almost preview" King!!!

I really your wrong about your prediction with BBC coming 6th and can't see the basis for that based on BBC lineup and coaching staff.

I will be keen to see them against your beloved BGS on Saturday and doubt it will be anything like the toweling they gave them last year, that really was one of the great ALL TIME embarrassments for BGS rugby.

BGS is now recruiting pretty heavily although as usual that will be denied by many parents.



I have to agree with you about BBC. TSS see round 3 against them as a big big match- naming it old boys' day.
Nephew at BBC says one of their Rep players is out for the year?Any one know about that?
Also WTF is The PNG prop Yunopa? doing in the 2nds- is he coming back from injury? I agree with the King. I expected him to play
rep football this year.
 

Blue & white

Billy Sheehan (19)
New recruit Campbell Parata was Western Australia's title winning U15 flyhalf at the Junior Gold Cup, apparently has an incredible goalkicking boot. He's 16 this year, playing inside centre outside John Nucifora.

- Outside centre Tautau Kapea is apparently from Waikato, NZ, and was named best back of the North Island U17s Rugby League comp in 2015. I've seen him named at centre, second row and lock in his old League team sheets, so I'm expecting a pretty physical defensive presence.



As Forrest Gump once said - "TSS is like a box of chocolates-you never know who is going to turn up in grade 10 or 11 "
 
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