Club Rugby NZ 2019 (Not BOP, Magpie, Northland)
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Counties Power Club Rugby Results 25 May 2019
McNamara Cup (Premier 1)
Manurewa Kidd Contracting 43
(Pakisonasi Afu 2, Jesse Pascoe, William Raea, Willie Tuala, Ioane Moananu tries; Logan Fonoti 5 cons; Logan Fonoti pens)
Papakura Ray White 15
(Faitua Reupena, Kristopher Smithson tries; Kristopher Smithson cons; Faalae Peni pens)
HT: 14-15Bombay 32
(Nathaniel Apa, Abel Enosa-Taifau, Rowland Kotobalavu 2, Tulele Masoe tries; Ki Anufe 2 cons; Ki Anufe pens)
Onewhero Silver Fern Marquees 22
(Cameron Roigard, Samuel Shuker, Mikaele Pesamino tries; Luke Makris 2 cons; Luke Makris pens)
HT: 10-14Ardmore Marist South Auckland Motors (Counties Power Cup Holders) 27
(Joshua Gray 2, Sikeli Nabou, Whaiora Rangiwai, Joel Taumateine tries; Sailosi Vatubua cons)
Waiuku Brian James Contracting 24
(Stephen Donald, Daniel Kitson, Sepuloni Taufa tries; Daniel Kitson, Christian Walker 2 cons; Christian Walker pens)
HT: 5-10Patumahoe Troydon Patumahoe Hotel 22
(Palu Ale, Matthew Malins, Richard Taupaki tries; Riley Hohepa 2 cons; Riley Hohepa pens)
Pukekohe Mitre 10 Mega 0
HT: 10-0Bob Chandler Memorial (Premier 2)
Manurewa Wise Property 48 Papakura 10; Waiuku defaulted to Ardmore Marist; Patumahoe Dave Redshaw Electrical 27 Pukekohe Long Roofing 7; Weymouth 15 Karaka 27Sid Marshall Shield (Premier 3)
Onewhero 10 Drury 48; Te Kauwhata 67 Puni 18Massey Cup (U21)
Pukekohe 15 Manurewa Carter’s Tyre Service 59; Waiuku 14 Bombay 31Under 85kg
Beachlands Maraetai 15 Weymouth 9; Onewhero 0 Papakura 43; Patumahoe Brady Construction Pak N Save 14 Waiuku 44; Bombay 13 Karaka 22Women’s
Drury 43 Patumahoe 22; Papakura 33 Manukau Rovers 32; ECB 29 Ardmore Marist 12; Marist 72 Weymouth 171st XV
Avondale College 36 Papakura HS 20; Alfriston College 52 Kelston Boys HS 5; Rosehill College 46 Marcellin 14; Pukekohe HS 74 Edgewater 0; Massey 11 Manurewa HS 19; Wesley College 17 St Peters 17 -
Defending champions the combined College Old Boys-University along with Marist-St Pats clubs will both be playing the what is essentially the second division of the Wellington Championship in the second round starting next week. This despite OBU rolling up 100 points today. Needless to say there are not too many tears being shed by supporters of other clubs.
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@mikedogz said in Club Rugby NZ 2019 (Not BOP, Magpie, Northland):
I didn't recognise James Kamana when I saw him when these guys played Te Rapa. I am hoping Richard Kahui does what Isaac Boss did and comes back to Te Rapa. We missed out on Roger Randle because of the then Committee choosing someone else.
Shame they had to beat Putaruru to make the story ...
Back in the day, playing for Putaruru, we had to get past Tokoroa and Pirates, and Tokoroa HS Old Boys, and although the latter was not much of a challenge the other two were.
All were in first div in my first year at Putaruru. We made top four that year but pretty much trended downward from there. Seems Tok fared even worse.
Apropos to nothing Put Bs v THSOB on one of the back grounds is one of my favourite stories ... we're in the process of cleaning up their Senior Bs when the ball gets to our winger on the halfway in space.
Over the 10m ... over the 22 ... over the 5 ... over the goal line ...
... errr ...
over the dead ball ... (faaaark) over the next dead ball ... over the next goal line ....
Carves round and dots down under the black dot ...
Backs.
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A post on facebook from old Red Beard
Making Rugby Sexy Again (Part One)
There is no doubt about it; amateur New Zealand clubs are doing it real tough. For a variety of reasons. The professional pathway and ongoing recruitment by private schools has certainly affected grassroots rugby, but additional factors such as urban population drift and an alarming shortage of rental property are out of rugby’s control and just as damaging.
The days are long gone in rural New Zealand when forty super fit and eager players all miraculously report for the first preseason training on Tuesday the 15th of January at 6pm sharp. That boat has well and truly sailed. I remember when Thames Valley clubs could field two or three senior teams, U19s and U21s. They were amazing times, but those days are gone. We need to work out how we can make this era of club rugby the best it can be.
We know far too well the issues that our clubs and schools are facing. There is no value in rehashing the same old problems over and over. Finding and sharing proactive solutions is the only way forward. Let’s all Make Club Rugby Sexy Again. There are no quick fixes, long term strategies need to be implemented and growth mindsets adopted. Having a moan won’t replenish playing numbers.
WHO ARE WE?
Every club has something truly unique about it, whether that be their history, their location, their people or their culture. Points of difference. Clubs need to work out what makes them special, what separates them from their peers.A high level of self-analysis, soul searching is required and everyone (players, coaches, supporters, sponsors) need to be consulted. To paint an honest picture, it wouldn’t hurt to get feedback from rival clubs and from members of your local community.
Your own perceptions will be quite different from those on the outside looking in. It’s far too easy to become insular. How do your local community regard your club? What does your club have a reputation for? Being family orientated? Quality Coaching? Fundraising for the Community? Foul Play? Referee Abuse? Drink Driving?
Once a club has developed a clear understanding of who they are and what they are prepared to stand for, they can begin to develop a set of values which define the culture they are prepared to uphold. What sort of environment is going to attract more players and families to your club? What kind of behaviour would potential sponsors want to align themselves with? Culture can shape an individual’s behaviour and outlook. It can improve lives.
Getting this part right, examining and determining current state culture is critical. Everyone involved with the club must buy into the culture and uphold the values. EVERYONE. Culture is such a powerful driver. You’re either in or you’re out. There are no exceptions. Goes without saying that it’s the honest player who always strives to do the right thing, is the one you can rely on when the chips are down in the heat of battle.
Creating a positive culture is probably the most important determining factor in any form of success. And it every day it requires constant focus. Rust never sleeps. It defines everything. There may be casualties, stubborn or outspoken members who refuse to change. That’s why we have doors with EXIT marked on them. So be it. It takes courage to stand up for your club.
Once a club has established its core values, it can start developing an identity and a brand.A head in the sand approach will not guarantee a clubs future.
Change is necessary and should not be feared. Change does not in any way belittle the years of service many selfless members have given to their clubs. Far from it. Implementing change honours those loyal members as the purpose of change is to cement your clubs very existence.To Be Continued.
What does your club do well?
What could your club do better?
Are you Proud to be a member of your club? Why?
What would you personally change about your club?
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@Stargazer said in Club Rugby NZ 2019 (Not BOP, Magpie, Northland):
For the first time this season, the Thompson twins will be playing together for Marist St Pat's Premiers. Didn't happen sooner due to injury.
Also due to time working as a waitress in a cocktail bar
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Probably more of a provincial post, however this was the Wellington XV that played Manawatu today.
Notable players: Connor Garden-Bachop playing at Fullback and Josh Southall (number one ranked NZ 1st XV player last year) making his long awaited return from injury.
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@Canes4life You neglected to give us the result of the match which after a bit of googling I can let everyone know that it was 'Poo XV 47 - 40 Wellington XV. A result like that gives us HB supporters (or this one anyway) no joy whatsoever even taking into account the beaten side are ranked only marginally behind the 'Poo in the dislike stakes.
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@MN5 said in Club Rugby NZ 2019 (Not BOP, Magpie, Northland):
@Stargazer said in Club Rugby NZ 2019 (Not BOP, Magpie, Northland):
For the first time this season, the Thompson twins will be playing together for Marist St Pat's Premiers. Didn't happen sooner due to injury.
Also due to time working as a waitress in a cocktail bar
As everyone loves a corrector ... that was Human League.
Hold Me Now, but you've got your 80s bands mixed up. The waitress was a (Human) Leaguie
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@booboo said in Club Rugby NZ 2019 (Not BOP, Magpie, Northland):
@MN5 said in Club Rugby NZ 2019 (Not BOP, Magpie, Northland):
@Stargazer said in Club Rugby NZ 2019 (Not BOP, Magpie, Northland):
For the first time this season, the Thompson twins will be playing together for Marist St Pat's Premiers. Didn't happen sooner due to injury.
Also due to time working as a waitress in a cocktail bar
As everyone loves a corrector ... that was Human League.
Hold Me Now, but you've got your 80s bands mixed up. The waitress was a (Human) Leaguie
Fuck, of all people I hoped didn't see this I hover over the upvote and see @Bones has already picked up on it.
He audits all of my fern errors so ruthlessly, he must be an accountant in real life.
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WAIKATO CLUB RUGBY RESULTS 8 JUNE 2019
Below are the club rugby results we have received from team managers so far. If you know of a result we are missing please comment below.
Waikato Draught Premiership A Round 2 Week 3
Fraser Tech 20-16 University
Hamilton Old Boys 19-21 Melville (Stag Trophy)
Hautapu 35-10 Otorohanga
Te Awamutu Sports 20-29 Hamilton MaristPremiership B Round 2 Week 3
Fraser Tech v University (Not Submitted)
Hamilton Old Boys 12-33 Melville
Hautapu 18-29 Otorohanga
Te Awamutu Sports 0-53 Hamilton MaristLone Star NZ Championship A Round 2 Week 2
Hinuera 27-38 Taupiri
Morrinsville Sports 28-5 Leamington
Suburbs 26-7 Ohaupo
United Matamata Sports 27-18 Southern UnitedChampionship B Round 2 Week 2
Hinuera 17-10 Taupiri
Morrinsville Sports 15-5 Leamington
Suburbs 59-5 Ohaupo
United Matamata Sports 43-7 Southern UnitedDivision 1A Round 2 Week 1
Huntly College Old Boys10-43 Frankton
Putaruru 15-14 Pirongia
Te Rapa - BYEDivision 1B Round 2 Week 1
Huntly College Old Boys 15-38 Frankton
Putaruru 38-31 Pirongia
Te Rapa - BYEDivision 2 Week 8
Hamilton Old Boys WIN-DEFAULT Te Awamutu Marist
Kereone v Whatawhata
Matangi Hillcrest v Jaradites (Not Submitted)
Raglan WIN-DEFAULT KihikihiUnder 85kgs Week 10
Hamilton Marist 41-10 Fraser Tech
Leamington 31-10 University
Morrinsville Sports v Melville (Not Submitted)Colts Round 2 Week 1
Top 4
Hamilton Marist 21-17 Matamata Combined
Morrinsville Sports 10-34 Leamington
Bottom 5
Hamilton Boys High School 45-7 University
Hamilton Old Boys 17-22 Southern United
Pirongia – BYEGallagher Women’s Premiership Week 7
Kihikihi 29-7 Putaruru
Otorohanga DEFAULT-WIN Hamilton Old Boys
University v Taupiri (Not Submitted)
Melville - BYE -
WAIKATO CLUB RUGBY RESULTS 29 JUNE 2019
Below are the results we have received from team managers so far. If you know of a result we are missing please comment below.
Waikato Draught Premiership A Round 2 Week 6
Fraser Tech 22-15 Hamilton Old Boys
Hamilton Marist 23-18 University
Melville 14-38 Hautapu
Otorohanga 92-17 Te Awamutu SportsPremiership B Round 2 Week 6
Fraser Tech 50-10 Hamilton Old Boys
Hamilton Marist 36-20 University
Melville 23-23 Hautapu
Otorohanga WIN-DEFAULT Te Awamutu SportsLone Star NZ Championship A Round 2 Week 5
Leamington 10-12 United Matamata Sports
Southern United 69-10 Ohaupo
Suburbs 29-19 Hinuera
Taupiri 5-50 Morrinsville SportsChampionship B Round 2 Week 5
Leamington 37-40 United Matamata Sports
Southern United V Ohaupo (Not Submitted)
Suburbs 24-42 Hinuera
Taupiri 19-46 Morrinsville SportsDivision 1A Round 2 Week 4
Frankton 17-19 Putaruru
Te Rapa 20-12 Pirongia
Huntly College Old Boys - BYEDivision 1B Round 2 Week 4
Frankton 24-22 Putaruru
Te Rapa 36-42 Pirongia
Huntly College Old Boys - BYEDivision 2 Week 9
Kihikihi 19-60 Kereone
Raglan v Jaradites (Not Submitted)
Te Awamutu Marist 15-33 Matangi Hillcrest
Whatawhata v Hamilton Old Boys (Not Submitted)Under 85kgs Week 12
Fraser Tech 5-31 Melville
Leamington 12-58 Morrinsville Sports
University 7-48 Hamilton MaristColts Round 2 Week 5
Top 4
Leamington 55-5 Morrinsville Sports
Matamata Combined 16-17 Hamilton Marist
Bottom 5
Hamilton Boy High School DEFAULT-WIN Hamilton Old Boys
University DEFAULT-WIN Pirongia
Southern United – BYEGallagher Women’s Premiership Round 2 Week 2
Top 3
University DEFAULT-WIN Melville
Hamilton Old Boys - BYE
Bottom 4
Otorohanga 17-14 Kihikihi
Putaruru 29-0 Taupiri -
A good win for my club Te Rapa over Pirongia. A rare win and means a win against Putaruru will mean we will be top seed for semi final. Putaruru have improved since we beat them so it should be a great game. A big day for the club next Saturday with all teams at home and the Clydesdales Presidents celebrating 40 years.