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Questions for James O'Connor

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GaffaCHinO

Peter Sullivan (51)
Not doubt your a good player, your still young and plenty of rugby infront of you. Do you think you could be a better Rugby player if you stayed with QLD, or signing with the Tah's or Brumbies. At the time (tahs/brum's) Playing with the better teams in Australian and the more traditional rugby franchises that are not driven by money such as Force and Rebels.

Or deep down you love AFL and you would be more happier in melbourne.
im sorry but really?
 

Karl

Bill McLean (32)
A lot of parents out there have kids who show promise and who love the game. When you were a Junior (ie from u12 up), what did you do/play outside of Rugby that you think contributed to the skills and ability you have now?
 

BPC

Phil Hardcastle (33)
1. Regarding your failure to attend the photo session, was she worth it?

2. How often are you asked for id when going to pubs and clubs?

3. Are you going to start leading the team drinking with Cippers leaving?

More seriously:

1. What the release of Cippers a surprise and what is your reaction to the news?

2. What do you see happening with the backline with Cippers gone and once your return from injury? Will you put your hand up for the 10 jersey? (Best wash it first if Cippers has been wearing it, or possibly burn it)

3. Have you understood anything Robbie Deans has said in the last 5 years? [Semi-serious]

4. Has the coaching changes at the Wallaby level been discussed with the players and, if so, what do you understand is the plan for this year in terms of responsibilities?

5. How painful was it really to have Barnes accidentally knee your liver out through your ears (or other orifices depending on how lowbrow you want to go)? Were the jokes by the commentary team at the time about snapping the wrist band really that big a deal given you later expressed disappointment in the press? What about the great Australian tradition of taking the piss?

6. Do you understand AFL yet? Do you hope/expect to? Does anyone really understand AFL?

7. Putting the Rebels to one side (cough) which Australian team will top the conference and why?
 

FiveStarStu

Bill McLean (32)
You've been - understandably, it could be said - a critic of the GAGR Social Pages, and in general, those focusing on your life outside rugby. Nevertheless, rumours regarding the off-field behaviour of yourself, Kurtley Beale and Danny Cipriani persisted throughout the year, be they founded or not.

With close friend Quade Cooper out of contract, do you believe concerns at the prospect of yourself, Cooper and Beale joining forces off the field next year are warranted?
 

gel

Ken Catchpole (46)
Your toughest/most difficult opponent (at any level of the game)?

Team mate that you feel most comfortable playing alongside/brings out the best in you (at any level of the game)?

Were the rugby balls used in the world cup last year REALLY that different?

When deciding to go to another franchise/new contract how much does player depth, coaching staff, professional development systems, past performances affect your decision? Obviously you need to look after yourself financially in the short to medium term, but do you consider the previously mentioned factors as possibly allowing you to develop further which might ultimately provide greater long term financial rewards? (If they don't then I guess that is a pretty stupid question).

Your ideal playing position (at any level of the game)?
 

FrankLind

Colin Windon (37)
1. Who has the been your most difficult opponent to mark thus far?

2. Which team do you most enjoy playing against?

3. Is it your suppressed desire to be an All Black and would you like the eligibility rules to change so you can switch teams?
 

Joe Mac

Arch Winning (36)
1) Obviously you have many years ahead of you before making this decision. But, do you have any aspirations (career wise) when you retire from playing rugby?

2) What are your thoughts on the recent trend of having a director of rugby and a coach. Is there a noticeable diffference playing under this structure at the Rebels (ie Rod Macqueen and Damian Hill)?

3) What kind of stuff do they players get up to in Victoria to grow the game? Have you seen a growth in participation in the state in your short time there?
 

rugbysmartarse

Alan Cameron (40)
who would he most liked to be coached by?
Having been part of the force set up, who does he think they should target, both players and coaches?
Was he aware Rod McQ wouldn't be head coach this year when he signed for the Rabble?
With Cips going, does he have designs on the vacant 10 shirt, or would he prefer to stay one out with KB (Kurtley Beale) inside him (so to speak)
 

Reido

Sydney Middleton (9)
F, Marry, Kill game. You have to F one, marry one and kill one. Here are the people - Miley Cyrus, Charlize Theron & Carrie Underwood
 

JJJ

Vay Wilson (31)
Some of these have been suggested before but I'll repeat them:

1. If you had to pick a position to play for the next 5 years, which one would you ideally choose?
2. Which non-rebel do you find hardest to play against?
3. Which non-rebel rugby-player do you admire the most?
4. What do you make of the wallabies' scrum difficulties in recent years?
5. Your current best XV of non-aussie players?
6. Your personal greatest rugby memory so far?
 

ChargerWA

Mark Loane (55)
Considering JOC (James O'Connor) is in a relatively unique position in having played for both young franchises

1. Did you see any noticeable improvement and growth in Rugby in WA while you were at the Force?

2. How do you think this compares to how growth and development in Victoria?

3. Any tips to either in how you think they could improve in this regard.
 

Bardon

Peter Fenwicke (45)
Do you think that playing so many different positions will help your Wallaby career in the long run?

Or do you worry about becoming like James Hook with Wales, who's often on the bench because he can cover so many positions?
 

Gagger

Nick Farr-Jones (63)
Staff member
Thanks guys - some goodies there. Didn't have enough time to get through half of them, but was a very interesting interview - he was VERY clear about where he wants to play!

Will be on the podcast, out Monday night
 
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