Big Papi
Herbert Moran (7)
I would also not be unhappy if someone made a “told you so post.” It was a rough tip on my behalf. Apologies.
NSW AAGPS 2020
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The Metre Eater
Ward Prentice (10)
Of course. But imagine the comments some would be making if roles were reversed and a Newington team suddenly became competitive with an influx of boarders.
I think most of us (maybe not Big Papi) are over the days of accusing other schools of handing out scho******ps or im****ing (I’m sure you can fill in the blanks).
The way I see it, you can’t expect each age group to remain stagnant in ability and competitiveness from year to year. Of course, schools will get in new students here and there, but the main thing to remember is that we are talking about teenage boys here - players will grow and develop as the years go on, and, undoubtedly, some more than others.
I don’t have any specific names but all I know is that the school has taken a different approach to this age group, seeing how close they are to competing in the opens competition. My nephew tells me there is a higher level of accountability coming from both leaders within the team and from the coaches. Another thing he tells me they are focussed on doing is getting the basics down pat - set pieces, as I hear, have been a major focus at trainings and it would seem that it’s been working well for them.
But still, this age group at view still has a way to go, and we saw that today through their loss to Newington.
You're not special, I regard this whole thread, and any schoolboy thread, with the same level of reservation. 90% of all moderation on this site is on a small handful of schools threads. The number of reported posts, and complaints made would boggle your mind.
The Grail
Ted Fahey (11)
I don't think Cyclo' has his evil eye on you, he's an old Grammarian who does a decent job keeping us on task. I know you make him laugh pretty hard at times Jokerman
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The Metre Eater
Ward Prentice (10)
Goodnight all. It’s been a great weekend of schoolboy footy - here’s to many happy returns.
The Metre Eater
Ward Prentice (10)
I have been watching some of this Rob. Scots have showed up today!
Kings seemed not as fluid as I thought.
Would there be an upset here just like Battle of Bannockburn when they sent the English home to "think again"
My fav version.
Not a bad rendition at all Joker. But at risk of devolving this forum into a discussion group about the Scottish national anthem, I thought I’d throw my two cents in.
I tend to prefer the rendition attached below, performed by Ronnie Browne along with a few bagpipers and 50,000 fired up Scottish soccer fans. Interestingly, Browne was in the same band as the original creator of the song, Roy Williamson, who has since passed away when this video was filmed.
Enjoy:
axel
Jimmy Flynn (14)
You know what cyclo....your level of control is pissweak. We have all these schoolboy idiots on the CAS chat who make inane and stupid comments, and u do nothing to keep the level of chat at a normal level.
i reckon you are soft
Maybe get your kids not to post so much then.........
Quick Hands
David Wilson (68)
Almost everything can be deemed suspicious if you choose to make it so. Some might be suspicious that many new boarders also seem to be good rugby players whilst others may say that it's because there are vacancies. But nobody can enrol at any school day boy or boarder unless there is room, so it would seem that the distinction between day boy and boarder is one of convenience.
Big Papi
Herbert Moran (7)
QH, I really have no issue with scholarships or “importing,” I thought I would just give my two cents as to why newingtons influx seems suspicious and is different to Views. It really doesn’t bother me but I see why others don’t appreciate it. I also agree with you in saying that you can make it suspicious depending on how it is phrased or looked at. Apologies again.Almost everything can be deemed suspicious if you choose to make it so. Some might be suspicious that many new boarders also seem to be good rugby players whilst others may say that it's because there are vacancies. But nobody can enrol at any school day boy or boarder unless there is room, so it would seem that the distinction between day boy and boarder is one of convenience.
The Grail
Ted Fahey (11)
Almost everything can be deemed suspicious if you choose to make it so. Some might be suspicious that many new boarders also seem to be good rugby players whilst others may say that it's because there are vacancies. But nobody can enrol at any school day boy or boarder unless there is room, so it would seem that the distinction between day boy and boarder is one of convenience.
With risk of being sniped by Cyclo' and due respect QH, if you are inferring that View has any sort of enticement sporting or otherwise, I can assure you it does not. I know that Shore doesn't either. There are some underprivileged bursaries and don't know of any recipient in the top sporting teams. Please provide evidence if you are going to publicly speculate. This has been hashed out before in another thread. Great school culture attracts full fee paying families.
Not correct. Every school, including View entices 20-40 kids to enter in year 7 and call it academic or ‘character’. Usually of 20-40, there are about 5 academic. There more controversial enticements are those that come after year 7 and there are 2 schools in particular that do this and that is where I will leave it.
Back to the rugby, Joeys looked awesome yesterday. Their speed and skill is very high. Kings looked good as well. Kings are running over the top of teams late in the game with fitness and skill. 2 very impressive teams.
The Grail
Ted Fahey (11)
That does not happen at Riverview or Shore Rara. I know a family who have a boy at Kings, on a free ride, his brother is at View full fee. We have 2 boarders at View, many of the other side of my fam’ have been through Shore, so I know what I’m talking about.
Joeys are looking very polished, I agree Kings have a full tank of fuel in the 2nd half. Game between the two will be entertaining.
brumbiesrugby
Trevor Allan (34)
Big win by Shore’s 16A side yesterday, 28-5, that augurs well for the future. Well done.
Joker
Greg Davis (50)
Happy fathers day to all the dads here. Hope you were spoiled.
I was, check out the breakfast they bought for me. Mmmmm
To the students here who create a constant source of hard work for Cyclopath, please go back to your studies or make your father a cuppa and give him a hug.
I was, check out the breakfast they bought for me. Mmmmm
To the students here who create a constant source of hard work for Cyclopath, please go back to your studies or make your father a cuppa and give him a hug.
Joker
Greg Davis (50)
While Shore 16A's were impressive, it must be noted that there are several 16A's for Joeys playing in the 1st, 2nd and 3rd XV's. There are several 15B, 2019 players now playing up in the 16A's. This of course makes the Joeys 16A team not as strong as they were in 2019. The Under 15A's look incredible at the moment with some boys who will be considered for opens in 2021.
The Metre Eater
Ward Prentice (10)
Just looking to put this to bed. No one at Riverview is “enticed” to enrol.
And to joker, Happy Father’s Day to you too, and all the other dads on the forum. Let’s have a day off talking about the enrolment programs at different GPS schools and enjoy what really matters - family.
Cheers
Big Papi
Herbert Moran (7)
Spoiled is an understatement. My young bloke couldn’t even cook Nutella toast. Haha just kidding, Happy Fathers Day everyone.Happy fathers day to all the dads here. Hope you were spoiled.
I was, check out the breakfast they bought for me. Mmmmm
To the students here who crate a constant source of hard work for Cyclopath, please go back to your studies or make your father a cuppa and give him a hug.
formerflanker
Ken Catchpole (46)
Stupid question I know, but are BOTH plates yours?Happy fathers day to all the dads here. Hope you were spoiled.
I was, check out the breakfast they bought for me. Mmmmm
To the students here who crate a constant source of hard work for Cyclopath, please go back to your studies or make your father a cuppa and give him a hug.