Behind the Ruck

What they said… Sydney University v Manly (Qualifying Final)

Post-match reaction from both camps with Robert Taylor, Brian Melrose, and Guy Porter.
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Improving Wallaroos downed by impressive Black Ferns

The Black Ferns have continued to show why they are the benchmark in women’s 15-a-side rugby, putting in a clinical performance to down the Wallaroos 47-10, in front of a record crowd for a women’s international of over 30,000 at Optus Stadium in Perth on Saturday.
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All White on the night as Wallabies dismantle All Blacks in Perth

Hands up who saw this one coming? C’mon be honest… After a year where Australian rugby’s headlines have revolved around another lacklustre effort in Super Rugby, the ongoing Israel Folau saga, and the diminishing lack of funds available in the sport, the Wallabies put a smile back on everyone’s faces on Saturday night with a resounding, and record-breaking, 47-26 victory over the All Blacks in front of over 60,000 in Perth.
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Pirates treasure the memories after Concord’s last flight (…for now)

It was the end of an era on Saturday for West Harbour, and indeed Australian rugby, as one of the most iconic grounds in the country, Concord Oval, hosted its last ever match before being redeveloped, when the Pirates took on Sydney University. So before the bulldozers move in to scoop away so many magical memories, here’s a little look back at the life of a footy ground, and the club with which it’s history is intertwined, with a bit of help from those who called it home…
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‘Feltsch’ flies again as off-colour Rats down gutsy Two Blues

Warringah’s blushes were spared by a couple of veterans last weekend, as a brace from Josh Holmes and a runaway try to 200-gamer Dave Feltscheer, helped the team at the top of the table, eventually see off an impressively gutsy and spirited performance from the team at the bottom, Western Sydney Two Blues, 34-17 at Pittwater Rugby Park. Here’s how it all played out…
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Determined Gordon down Norths in dramatic derby victory

With 76pts, 11 tries and five yellow cards, the second North Shore derby of the season certainly didn’t disappoint, unless you are of a red and black persuasion. It ended with a first victory for Gordon over Northern Suburbs at North Sydney Oval since 2011, 42-34, and a significant shot in the arm to the Highlander’s chances of a first finals appearance since 2009. But having led 21-3, 28-8, 35-15, and 42-22 at different stages of the match, losing three players to the sin bin in quick succession in the closing stages almost cost them a memorable victory. Here’s how it all played out…
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VIDEO: Wallaroos skipper Hamilton excited about Japanese challenge

New Wallaroos captain Grace Hamilton chatted to media about her exciting new role, and the challenge provided by their Japanese opponents in this Saturday’s first test in Newcastle.
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‘Big Sam’ Mk II hoping Rats maintain winning momentum

It was the look of shock on their faces that told the story. Billed as a grand final rematch and a chance for Warringah to exact revenge for the heavy loss in last season’s title decider, the round three clash between the Rats and Sydney University at Uni Oval No.2 in April, had just finished an incredible 50-0 in favour of the reigning Premiers. 10 weeks later however, and the Rats sit five points clear at the top of the ladder, having won nine in a row and downed the Students in the return fixture at Rat Park last weekend. Now that’s a turnaround worth exploring further…
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Intrust Super Shute Shield: Hot Shots & Pie-Baggers – Post-Round 12

Who is leading the way in terms of points and tries in 2019?
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‘A good effort but we’re gutted’: Junior Wallabies welcomed home

A proud but understandably despondent Junior Wallabies side have returned to Australia, following their gallant loss by a single point in the World Rugby U20s Championship final to France in Argentina.
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Junior Wallabies just fall short as France claim back-to-back titles

Posted on June 24, 2019 by Paul Cook One comment

They were oh so close, but a brave and brilliant Junior Wallabies side fell 24-23 to France in the World Rugby U20s Championship final in Rosario yesterday, giving Les Bleuets back-to-back titles.

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Grace Hamilton to skipper new-look Wallaroos

Posted on June 21, 2019 by Paul Cook Leave a comment

The Wallaroos will have a new on-field leader when they take on Japan in a historic two-test Series in Australia next month, with NSW backrower Grace Hamilton today named as captain.

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Teams ready to go at 2019 GIO Wheelchair Rugby National Championship

Posted on June 20, 2019 by Paul Cook Leave a comment

Almost a hundred professional wheelchair athletes will compete at the 2019 GIO Wheelchair Rugby National Championship next week, which takes place at Sydney Olympic Park from Friday June 28th-Sunday 30th.

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Junior Wallabies down Pumitas to reach U20 World Championship Final

Posted on June 19, 2019 by Paul Cook Leave a comment

The Junior Wallabies have downed host nation Argentina 34-13 in a wet and wild Rosario, to book their place in the U20 World Championship final, Australia’s first since 2010.

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Biarritz 7s Day 2: Aussies 5th as US win maiden title, but NZ take series

Posted on June 18, 2019 by Paul Cook Leave a comment

It was a thrilling end to the World Series in Biarritz as a jubilant USA Women’s team claimed their first ever tournament win with victory over New Zealand in the Cup Final. But the Black Ferns had already done enough to secure yet another Series title, their fifth in the seven years since the Women’s Series began.

Lealiifano announces Brumbies departure at season’s end

Posted on June 17, 2019 by Paul Cook Leave a comment

Fan favourite Christian Lealiifano has called time on his Brumbies career, announcing that he will be leaving the club for Japan at the end of the current Super Rugby season after 12 years in the nation’s capital.

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Biarritz 7s Day One: Aussie girls on track after unblemished opening

Posted on June 16, 2019 by Paul Cook One comment

The Australian Women’s Sevens team have won their way through to another Cup Quarter-Final, with an unbeaten day one at the final tournament of the World Series in Biarritz, France.

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