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CAS Rugby 2025

Mario and Hules

Mario and Hules

Frank Row (1)
My Predicted Ladder
1st Trinity
2nd Knox
3rd Barker
4th Waverley
5th Cranbrook
6th Aloys

TRINITY - Trinity is shaping up to be the dark horse of this year’s CAS Rugby competition a team underestimated early on but now proving to be a serious contender for the title. After flying under the radar in the pre-season, Trinity has built quiet momentum through relentless training. Their recent performances have turned heads, with disciplined defence, smart set plays, and breakout individual efforts showing they can match it with and beat the favourites. With nothing to lose and everything to prove, Trinity is rising at the right time, ready to shock the competition and claim the CAS title.

KNOX - Knox is predicted to come second in rugby this season because, while they boast a physically dominant forward pack, exceptional fitness, and disciplined structure, they may be outmatched by a rival team with slightly more creativity and flair in the backline; despite their consistent performances, strong coaching, and depth across the squad, Knox’s more conservative playing style might struggle to match the attacking brilliance and momentum of the likely premiers in key matchups, leaving them narrowly behind in what promises to be a fiercely competitive season.

BARKER - Barker may have entered the season as the favourites, backed by a strong record and plenty of hype but sometimes, expectations don’t win games. Despite their skill and depth, Barker has shown signs of pressure in key moments, and as the competition tightens, it’s becoming clear they may not have the edge when it counts. While they’ll still be strong enough to push for the top, the rise of Trinity as the dark horse has shifted the landscape. Barker is set for a solid season but this year, second place is where they’ll finish, just behind a more determined and hungrier Trinity and Knox side .

WAVERLEY - Waverley entered the season with all the signs of another dominant run a strong pre-season, solid depth, and the reputation of a CAS rugby powerhouse. But everything changed after their second-half performance against Scots. What looked like a well-oiled machine fell apart under pressure: missed tackles, poor discipline, and a lack of composure in key moments exposed serious cracks. It wasn’t just a bad half it was a wake-up call. For a team expected to set the pace, Waverley now looks vulnerable, and that second half changed my entire view of their season. If they don’t regroup fast, the powerhouse could find themselves slipping all the way to second last in the standings a fall no one saw coming.

CRANBROOK - Cranbrook is expected to finish second last in the competition this season due to a combination of limited depth in their squad, inconsistency in execution, and a lack of physical dominance compared to stronger teams. While they show moments of flair and individual talent, particularly in the backline, their forward pack often struggles to match the physicality and structure of more disciplined opponents. Injuries and changes in coaching strategy have also disrupted their rhythm throughout the season. Despite their strong school spirit and effort on the field, Cranbrook lacks the cohesion and defensive resilience needed to close out tight matches, which will likely result in a second-last placing in a highly competitive field.

ALOYS - St Aloysius has long struggled to keep pace in the highly competitive CAS Rugby arena, and unfortunately, 2025 looks to be no different. Despite admirable heart and effort, they continue to face challenges in size, depth, and execution that other schools have moved past. Their commitment can’t be questioned the boys play with pride but against faster, more physical, and more polished teams, Aloys often finds themselves outmatched. Defensive lapses, difficulty maintaining possession, and an inability to finish attacking opportunities have plagued them early in the season. Unless there’s a major turnaround, Aloys is on track to once again finish at the bottom of the table. It’s not about lack of spirit it’s about a gap in performance that, for now, remains too wide to close.
 
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Frank Nicholson (4)
Mario and Hules said:
My Predicted Ladder
1st Trinity
2nd Knox
3rd Barker
4th Waverley
5th Cranbrook
6th Aloys

TRINITY - Trinity is shaping up to be the dark horse of this year’s CAS Rugby competition a team underestimated early on but now proving to be a serious contender for the title. After flying under the radar in the pre-season, Trinity has built quiet momentum through relentless training. Their recent performances have turned heads, with disciplined defence, smart set plays, and breakout individual efforts showing they can match it with and beat the favourites. With nothing to lose and everything to prove, Trinity is rising at the right time, ready to shock the competition and claim the CAS title.

KNOX - Knox is predicted to come second in rugby this season because, while they boast a physically dominant forward pack, exceptional fitness, and disciplined structure, they may be outmatched by a rival team with slightly more creativity and flair in the backline; despite their consistent performances, strong coaching, and depth across the squad, Knox’s more conservative playing style might struggle to match the attacking brilliance and momentum of the likely premiers in key matchups, leaving them narrowly behind in what promises to be a fiercely competitive season.

BARKER - Barker may have entered the season as the favourites, backed by a strong record and plenty of hype but sometimes, expectations don’t win games. Despite their skill and depth, Barker has shown signs of pressure in key moments, and as the competition tightens, it’s becoming clear they may not have the edge when it counts. While they’ll still be strong enough to push for the top, the rise of Trinity as the dark horse has shifted the landscape. Barker is set for a solid season but this year, second place is where they’ll finish, just behind a more determined and hungrier Trinity and Knox side .

WAVERLEY - Waverley entered the season with all the signs of another dominant run a strong pre-season, solid depth, and the reputation of a CAS rugby powerhouse. But everything changed after their second-half performance against Scots. What looked like a well-oiled machine fell apart under pressure: missed tackles, poor discipline, and a lack of composure in key moments exposed serious cracks. It wasn’t just a bad half it was a wake-up call. For a team expected to set the pace, Waverley now looks vulnerable, and that second half changed my entire view of their season. If they don’t regroup fast, the powerhouse could find themselves slipping all the way to second last in the standings a fall no one saw coming.

CRANBROOK - Cranbrook is expected to finish second last in the competition this season due to a combination of limited depth in their squad, inconsistency in execution, and a lack of physical dominance compared to stronger teams. While they show moments of flair and individual talent, particularly in the backline, their forward pack often struggles to match the physicality and structure of more disciplined opponents. Injuries and changes in coaching strategy have also disrupted their rhythm throughout the season. Despite their strong school spirit and effort on the field, Cranbrook lacks the cohesion and defensive resilience needed to close out tight matches, which will likely result in a second-last placing in a highly competitive field.

ALOYS - St Aloysius has long struggled to keep pace in the highly competitive CAS Rugby arena, and unfortunately, 2025 looks to be no different. Despite admirable heart and effort, they continue to face challenges in size, depth, and execution that other schools have moved past. Their commitment can’t be questioned the boys play with pride but against faster, more physical, and more polished teams, Aloys often finds themselves outmatched. Defensive lapses, difficulty maintaining possession, and an inability to finish attacking opportunities have plagued them early in the season. Unless there’s a major turnaround, Aloys is on track to once again finish at the bottom of the table. It’s not about lack of spirit it’s about a gap in performance that, for now, remains too wide to close.
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Knox are flying under the radar a little. Almost beat a full strength Joeys on the weekend and dominated Shore.

Also beat Christchurch boys - a rugby powerhouse in NZ.
 
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Knox_to_win

Frank Nicholson (4)

2025 CAS Rugby Predictions: What They Don’t Want You to Say​

1. Knox
Knox don’t care about hype - they just play brutal, disciplined rugby and win. The forwards are machines, the backs don’t waste chances, and the whole squad looks like they’ve been built in a lab for consistency. They beat Christchurch Boys and nearly got over Joeys - this isn’t luck, it’s a system that works. They’re not flashy, but they don’t need to be. Knox are here to finish the job. And have no doubt - they have the best coaches in the competition who are acutely aware this is the year to win the comp.

2. Trinity
Trinity’s not riding a wave — they’re building something. Quietly. Calmly. While everyone else has been talking, they’ve been grafting - and it’s starting to click; their first half against Kings was a clinic - only changes in personal at halftime really changes the outcome. They’re not trying to be the loudest team, just the smartest. They’ve got grit, brains, and just enough x-factor to hurt anyone who takes them lightly. They’re not underdogs anymore - they’re contenders.

3. Waverley
Waverley have been good. Good enough to win most games. But when they went up against Joeys, they didn’t just lose - they got out-hunted. The polish was there, the structure too, but that extra gear, that cut-throat edge? Missing. There’s talent everywhere, but title-winning teams don’t just play hard - they play sharp. Until Waverley finds that ruthless streak, they’ll sit just behind the top tier.

4. Barker
Barker’s got the most individual firepower in the comp - no question. A few of their boys could walk into any side in the country. But this isn’t a highlights reel. It’s a rugby season. And Barker still looks more like a collection of superstars than an actual team. When it flows, it’s magic. When it doesn’t - they go missing - just watch the games from Sannix. Until they build cohesion and trust in the grind, they’re not going to lift anything.

5. Cranbrook
Cranbrook aren’t holding back this year — they’re throwing everything they’ve got at the wall. Coaching changes, new players, new tactics, high-intensity play - the energy is undeniable. But effort doesn’t always equal execution. The pieces are there, but they’re not locking in as a unit. Too many solo plays, too little structure. They’ll scare a few teams but aren’t quite ready to go the distance.

6. Aloys
There’s no shame in where Aloys is at - it’s just a tough competition. They play with heart, they work their guts out, but the physical gap and polish just aren’t there yet. They’ve got passion, but passion doesn’t win breakdowns or shut down set plays. They’re building, but for now, they’re still stuck at the foot of the ladder.
 
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