Sydney Subbies 2022

[C.Dark]

The constable of darkness goes 6 from 6 in the prediction department, some surprises on the score sheets especially for us merry men I expected the mouse hill gatorades to put up more of a fight, maybe this old coppers bold prediction should have waited a week for the draw to roll in their favour, hags, raptor force, taints and the chatty reindeers should see putzies men get some wins

 

[Pfitzy]

We are not immune to the problem and I’m definitely not having a go at anyone, but something has to be done.

Agreed that nobody is immune, but Raptors in particular were largely settled with rebuilding toward 2 Grades after the early season blows. My suspicion is they also lost a few guys to watching the Rugby League Tets (like us and even Merrylands told me they were missing a couple).

Considering last week they got a forfeit from HAC, and the week before they had 27 at Wills Ground, with 31 at home the week before, I reckon they'll be back to something more normal next week against Redfield. If not.... well it could be interesting the week after against us.

As to what can be done, I don't think clubs, Subbies, or Rugby Union in general has any control over that. I was speaking to a mate in NZ about this over social media, and the issues they're also having with club rugby. We basically agreed that it is very different compared to even a few years ago. Younger guys will skip rugby without a thought if there is a music festival, fishing trip, wedding (esp overseas) or just want to get away for the weekend.

How can you make a club commit to a competition when players won't even commit to the club? Throw in the changing demographic about shift or weekend work and having a long-term, stable club means you're basically white collar office johnnies like me, or else.

 

[Pfitzy]

The constable of darkness goes 6 from 6 in the prediction department, some surprises on the score sheets especially for us merry men I expected the mouse hill gatorades to put up more of a fight, maybe this old coppers bold prediction should have waited a week for the draw to roll in their favour, hags, raptor force, taints and the chatty reindeers should see putzies men get some wins

It is certainly true that the next month or so will define our season. Looking at the 7 games we've played so far, the opponents are:

First Grade: Third, Second, Eighth, Twelfth, First, Fifth, Fourth.
Second Grade: Fourth, First, Ninth, Sixth, Third, Fifth, Second

Probably not shocking that we're 1 win and 1 draw for the year so far, and while we should have probably shut out another 2 games in Second Grade, it is in the book now.

 

[WoodyWoodsman]

Some clubs also not helped by their players suddenly changing the spelling of their names and registering with other clubs….

 

[Uzi1989]

pfitzy nice outing against your boys yesterday wish you the best of luck for the rest of season

 

[Pfitzy]

pfitzy nice outing against your boys yesterday wish you the best of luck for the rest of season

Thanks. Thought both games were played in good spirit despite the scorelines. First time our Firsts have failed to score this year.

Your speed and handling was red hot in the first half of First Grade. That second rower of yours (Jason?) is a bloody good player and him being injured was a bit of a blow for your attack. Hope he's OK and is right for the second half of the season. Luke is a club legend of course. Great crowd to see him lead the team to a win in his 200th game.

I reckon you'll be challenging for the cup in both Grades looking at the results so far - Oysters, Epping, Merrylands to fight it out I think.

 

[Uzi1989]

Pfitzy yeah I think the boys have a red hot chance at it and yes hopefully Jason is ok it was such a great day despite the score lines but I am sure your boys will bounce back this week good luck against hac and yes Luke is one of the most important people and a legend of the club

 

[Prodigy]

I reckon you'll be challenging for the cup in both Grades looking at the results so far - Oysters, Epping, Merrylands to fight it out I think.

Definitely putting Savers up there as a contender.

 

[Pfitzy]

Definitely putting Savers up there as a contender.

They'll be there with Redfield close by.

Sixth spot could be a few contenders but will be lucky to survive first round of finals.

 

[Eastcoast]

Div 1 Wrap up over the weekend
Colleagues - Waverley - Small upset with Waverley knocking off colleagues and looked like they had a good day across all grades away from home.
HH - Knox - We were good against Knox, although an unbiased opinion was we got lucky with a few tries which may have drifted forward early otherwise Knox may have had a bit of a lead on us. They have a great set piece but are missing just that little bit extra to go further. If they went to Div 2 they would be strong
Mosman Drummoyne - Closer than most expected - but the outcome the same never the less
St Pats - Petersham - Normal order restored with St Pats throwing a win away by choosing not to tackle.
Forest- Blueys - Bit of back and forth - Forest probably getting their last win for the year. Blueys had about 17 players in the bin throughout the game which usually happens with local refs at Melwood. They know where their bread is buttered.

 

[Pfitzy]

Gah. Rain coming again this weekend. La Nina might be over, but it is *still* winter I guess...

 

[En Gage]

Subbies seem to be getting a little sloppy with registrations this year. One div 4 club has played players who have sprung up in other subbies clubs. Said players changing the spelling of their name or using fairly unusual surnames but in one case the same photo.

 

[Eastcoast]

Subbies seem to be getting a little sloppy with registrations this year. One div 4 club has played players who have sprung up in other subbies clubs. Said players changing the spelling of their name or using fairly unusual surnames but in one case the same photo.

Hasnt this already been dealt with between UNSW and Canterbury? It seems a bit boring to continue with Div 4 shenanigans anyway. The main focus should be on Kentwell, although it seems no one else from Div 1 frequents these forums anymore

 

[The Wombat]

Hasnt this already been dealt with between UNSW and Canterbury? It seems a bit boring to continue with Div 4 shenanigans anyway. The main focus should be on Kentwell, although it seems no one else from Div 1 frequents these forums anymore

I’m a Div 1 lurker. Was surprised at waverley getting up in all grades against Colleagues.

it seems as though Div 1 clubs are immune to the mid year drop in player numbers. Many clubs struggling to fill 5th grade and even Mosman and Colleagues have had players play multiple games to fill teams.

 

[Doritos Day]

Div 1 Wrap up over the weekend
Colleagues - Waverley - Small upset with Waverley knocking off colleagues and looked like they had a good day across all grades away from home.
HH - Knox - We were good against Knox, although an unbiased opinion was we got lucky with a few tries which may have drifted forward early otherwise Knox may have had a bit of a lead on us. They have a great set piece but are missing just that little bit extra to go further. If they went to Div 2 they would be strong
Mosman Drummoyne - Closer than most expected - but the outcome the same never the less
St Pats - Petersham - Normal order restored with St Pats throwing a win away by choosing not to tackle.
Forest- Blueys - Bit of back and forth - Forest probably getting their last win for the year. Blueys had about 17 players in the bin throughout the game which usually happens with local refs at Melwood. They know where their bread is buttered.

Eastcoast - keep up the D1 content. Getting to that part of the year where the haves and have nots are beginning to separate.

Seems like you have a bit of an axe to grind with the "Hudson Hurtlocker"?

 

[Pfitzy]

The main focus should be on Kentwell, although it seems no one else from Div 1 frequents these forums anymore

Elitist

 

[Eastcoast]

Eastcoast - keep up the D1 content. Getting to that part of the year where the haves and have nots are beginning to separate.

Seems like you have a bit of an axe to grind with the "Hudson Hurtlocker"?

Appreciate the support - Hudson is a horrible place to play as an opposing player.
Very strong across the boards at St Pats, just noticed they were on the right side of alot of tight scorelines in Div 2 and now tasting a bit of their own in Div 1. No doubt they will string a few wins together towards the back end of the year. Although, while we are on it. How do you let a player run 45 metres across field and not make a tackle. Sloppy way to lose a game.
Seemingly a 2 horse race this year for the Cup, although you never know come finals time. Hopefully we are in it.

 

[The Ghost of Raelene]

Appreciate the support - Hudson is a horrible place to play as an opposing player.
Very strong across the boards at St Pats, just noticed they were on the right side of alot of tight scorelines in Div 2 and now tasting a bit of their own in Div 1. No doubt they will string a few wins together towards the back end of the year. Although, while we are on it. How do you let a player run 45 metres across field and not make a tackle. Sloppy way to lose a game.
Seemingly a 2 horse race this year for the Cup, although you never know come finals time. Hopefully we are in it.

Just reading Hudson has brought my mood down for the day.

Rae Rae

 

[Pfitzy]

it seems as though Div 1 clubs are immune to the mid year drop in player numbers.

School holidays start this week? Maybe that will be the crucial point.

 

[Doritos Day]

Appreciate the support - Hudson is a horrible place to play as an opposing player.
Very strong across the boards at St Pats, just noticed they were on the right side of alot of tight scorelines in Div 2 and now tasting a bit of their own in Div 1. No doubt they will string a few wins together towards the back end of the year. Although, while we are on it. How do you let a player run 45 metres across field and not make a tackle. Sloppy way to lose a game.
Seemingly a 2 horse race this year for the Cup, although you never know come finals time. Hopefully we are in it.

Yes my spies tell me the St Pats top brass were not particularly impressed as you could imagine. Bring your mouthguard to training stuff...

I'll leave season predictions for braver souls but I think it's a bit more open than you suggest.

Any word on the big D1 news from 2022 - the state of Lofberg Oval.