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I agree absolutely. Unfortunately social media and every player being their own paparazzi has lead us down this path.... no one can afford to let their hair down anymore, the message being they are representing the club etc. I remember the first 20 minutes after players starting arriving at...
Any other coaching appointments been announced in the last week or two? Gibbo, what is the setup for Gordon next year? I hear Neil Tunnah is moving over to Norths so what are the implications for the grade coaching team at the Highlanders?
Could be a very messy setup if true. Registering and releasing players week after week between the two clubs... can anyone confirm if this is happening and also if even permitted?
A number of teams change their positioning on defensive lineouts. The hooker will often stand behind the lineout in the traditional halfback position to be able to join the lineout to lift an extra pod, or join a defensive mall/sack. The half then fills the vacant 5-metre channel position.
It is now 90 seconds from when the try is awarded. Prevents the kicker having a drink and tying his laces prior to "receiving" the tee from the runner.
Agree, I want to see the NRC and our North Harbour side succeed and remember the great feeling all clubs involved felt when the Rays succeeded in 07.
We just need to be careful in these early years. I know what you mean about taking a professional approach and trying to leave club loyalty to...
Great to see a couple of Norths boys reaching the 200 game milestone this season. Not many players stick around long enough these days.
Any achieve that mark in the last few years for Gordon Gibbo? Last I can recall is Michael Cunneen.