Tag Archives: rugby

Taking Responsibility

Posted on April 7, 2011 by Haydn Walker

Many young players and parents have over the years asked me what is the key attribute to making it and becoming a professional player? I think many believe my answer to be evasive in that I always tell them what … Continue reading →

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Donny’s Blog

Posted on June 23, 2010 by Donny Sutherland

Drift defence is the most popular defence used in rugby. The earlier you introduce a competitive game emphasising drift the better your team will become not only at defending, but understanding the principles of it and how to play against … Continue reading →

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National Teams, Can They Be Managed?

Posted on June 23, 2010 by Haydn Walker

Very interesting question for you to consider this week. Is it me, or are international teams in England unmanageable? If so why? and What can anyone do about it? Fairly topical questions based upon our four major teams sports performances … Continue reading →

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Andy Ripley RIP

Posted on June 18, 2010 by Haydn Walker

Very sad news today was the announcement of the death of Andy Ripley. The words great or legend are banded around freely enough these days but in this instance they are well deserved. For anyone of a certain age the … Continue reading →

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Cozza’s Blog

Posted on June 18, 2010 by Martin Corry

England got a caning in the press for how they played in the first test against Australia, but I felt that it wasn’t all doom and gloom. The selection of Shontayne Hape at 12 raised a few eyebrows, including my … Continue reading →

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England earn a draw in Perth

Posted on June 8, 2010 by Haydn Walker

So England have started their summer tour with a draw against the Australian Barbarians. No doubt the knives will be being sharpened in some section of the media following this result. On reflection this for me was just the sort … Continue reading →

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Where’s Jerry’s Irish Luck?

Posted on June 8, 2010 by Mike McGurn

As Ireland, Wales and England head down under for their summer tours this weekend, spare a thought for Jerry Flannery.  Some players can be so unfortunate and Jerry is certainly one of them.  He missed out on last years Lions … Continue reading →

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North v South

Posted on June 1, 2010 by Mike McGurn

Northern hemisphere rugby players could be forgiven for having a bit of an inferiority complex when it comes to their Southern hemisphere counterparts.  We always hear about the natural strength and skill of the Kiwis and Springboks.  Often it is … Continue reading →

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Baa Baas

Posted on May 29, 2010 by Martin Corry

In the build up to the Barbarians game and England’s build up to the summer tour of Aus and NZ, it’s interesting to see how this England side is taking shape. With precious little time to prepare for the World … Continue reading →

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European Challenge Cup Winners

Posted on May 25, 2010 by Jamie Roberts

What a feeling. I suppose it’s the reason why we all play the game and why rugby is such a great sport. The feeling in our changing rooms after the match Sunday was unforgettable. To go out to Marseille, play … Continue reading →

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