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Under-20 Competitions including Oceania & World U20s

Homer

Homer

Watty Friend (18)
To be fair I have been more impressed with the Argies than SA the last couple of years. SA had nothing last year and as long as we can match them with some big bodies i think we will be fine. NZ are up and down these days but seem to lack the star power of a few years ago and Argentina can beat anyone any day and will be large and passionate.
I thought against Japan our backs looked a little clunky and need a bit more go forward before slinging it wide. Talent to burn though, even without Goldsborough and Pakeho.
 
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Bob_Jones

Herbert Moran (7)
I know that it varies for each player...but I assume many of these players are in their respective State academies (getting paid something for that?) and I assume that are probably / maybe getting paid something from their clubs. Presume those at uni clubs are probably on uni or college scholarships? Most don't yet seem to be in their top tier Super Rugby squads.

That all said, I assume none are getting paid huge sums, but rather they are working towards hopefully getting a Super Rugby contract (or an overseas equivalent) at some stage?

Seems like a pretty big commitment is required to play at this level. Presume most at this level are still doing it for the 'love of the game' and that many probably don't crack that Super Rugby (or equivalent) contract?

Is that correct, or do most who get to this level manage to make something financially worthwhile out of rugby?
 
InsiderScoop

InsiderScoop

Ted Fahey (11)
Bob_Jones said:
I know that it varies for each player...but I assume many of these players are in their respective State academies (getting paid something for that?) and I assume that are probably / maybe getting paid something from their clubs. Presume those at uni clubs are probably on uni or college scholarships? Most don't yet seem to be in their top tier Super Rugby squads.

That all said, I assume none are getting paid huge sums, but rather they are working towards hopefully getting a Super Rugby contract (or an overseas equivalent) at some stage?

Seems like a pretty big commitment is required to play at this level. Presume most at this level are still doing it for the 'love of the game' and that many probably don't crack that Super Rugby (or equivalent) contract?

Is that correct, or do most who get to this level manage to make something financially worthwhile out of rugby?
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Only a small portion of academy boys get paid in the Waratahs system and those are who are on Development contracts for the Outer top squad. Their contracts are either EDS (Elite Development Squad) or WTS (Wider Training Squad). Some boys get paid if they get called into pre-season trainings but not enough to live off given the commitment, compared to league where 19 y/o are getting paid upwards of 50k on a development.
Not all clubs can afford to pay players in the Shute Shield which is also a factor why financially stronger clubs tend to do so well in Colts, as they can attract players with small contracts. And yes similarly, Uni boys all get financial support, and college financial support that's why they attract the pick of the bunch, and why wouldn't you accept it at that age but it definitely hurts others... I know most of the boys are still doing it for the love of the game.
 
kiap

kiap

Steve Williams (59)
Homer said:
To be fair I have been more impressed with the Argies than SA the last couple of years. SA had nothing last year and as long as we can match them with some big bodies i think we will be fine. NZ are up and down these days but seem to lack the star power of a few years ago and Argentina can beat anyone any day and will be large and passionate.
I thought against Japan our backs looked a little clunky and need a bit more go forward before slinging it wide. Talent to burn though, even without Goldsborough and Pakeho.
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They seem up today
 
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Raytah

Sydney Middleton (9)
Solid game - enjoyed that. Lads did very well to hang tough and make that a dog fight. Sid Harvey with ice in his veins at the end. Ah Colt and Doyle both very good in the first half. Fakafonua, Eli Langi and Grover all showed potential.

Defence needs work - we fell for the ball out the back, struggled in the wide channels, and with maul D.

Scrum and lineout both quite solid which is promising. Counter attack also looked good.
 
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