We’ve had some great times with the Lipdogg since he burst onto the scene only weeks ago. He’s provided more entertainment in 391 tweets (at the time of writing) than many have in 10K tweets. Twitter gives many people their first view into what someone is really like, as well as the banter and the day-to-day business of being a rugby player. Unlike where a journalist tells you that someone’s a down-to-earth guy or a top bloke, you can see for yourself and form your own opinions.
A Twibute (twitter tribute)
Michael Lipman (@michael_lipman) is just funny: he doesn’t abuse anyone, he doesn’t call anyone names, he laughs at himself, and he often replies. He’s a champ. Today we had the opportunity to see another side of the Lipdogg. It appears the Rebels players came across a car accident as they left training. Adam Byrnes tweeted this photo of the Lipdogg helping with the clean-up.
As we understand, a number of Rebels players stopped to assist, but because the photo is of the Lipdogg, we want to recognise Michael Lipman as our first Good Guy on twitter, although we’re sure he’ll share this award with the other Rebels players who helped out.
Tweets of the week
The Lipman tweet
The Lipman tweet for the most inappropriate tweet of the week would normally go to the Lipdogg himself – his entry this week is again magnificent, however it is also arguably appropriate (poor taste, yes, but seasonally appropriate – there are two Easter tweets, so treat yourself and find them for yourself on his feed).
Rory Sidey’s been getting in on some of the action.
But I couldn’t go past this exchange between Zack Holmes (@z_holmes) and Aled Walters (@AledWalters)of the Brumbies. Delightful.
Wara-tweets
Here’s the most interesting Wara-tweet of the week. Seriously.
Also..
Adam Freier: SO Melbourne
Matters arising from previous posts
Concerned about the objectification of Digby, we put out a call way back in Week 4 for photos of Digby’s calves and ankles. So many have tried, and so many have failed in this mission, but we now have it: Digby’s lower legs.
And while Quade’s been running water, Digby’s been supporting the team in other ways. Ummm, I don’t want to look too closely, but does Digby seem REALLY excited to support his team to anyone else?
Actually, while we’re giving credit where it’s due, Quade did a fantastic job running water for the Reds – he didn’t stop encouraging and supporting his team for the entire game, and he had a definite calming effect on young Sam Lane and the rest of the very young Reds backline. It was great to see the effect he can have on players even when he isn’t on the field, which is something spectators rarely see.
James O’Connor
We at G&GR would like to welcome James O’Connor to our family. He’s young, impetuous and precociously talented. Much like a little brother to all of us here!
Regular readers will know that we reached out to the little fella last week. I have fantastic news Pagers: he’s accepted our support. But 
not content with simply saying “yes”, he INSISTED on helping to raise awareness for the site, acting somewhat like an Ambassador. Thanks to him help get the word out to his 104K+ followers – the readership of this humble little post trebled within an hour of his tweet!
Seriously though – we can’t wait to have you on a podcast mate, and thanks for taking these posts in the spirit they are intended.
Pulitzer Nominations
Interview Bingo
You may be forgiven for thinking that this week’s guest, Ben Mowen, is on the Rugby Club every week. And you may also be forgiven for thinking that this would make it easier to pick the Bingo phrases. Not the case.
I think we’ve all been impressed by how well Ben has stepped into the captaincy at the Brumbies. So I have every confidence in his ability to get the 16 in this interview. Should he get all 16, we have people on the ground in Canberra (well, 1 anyway) who can present him with a certificate from G&GR. If he can work them all into the one answer, a YouTube tribute awaits. Good luck Ben.
