NSW AAGPS 2025 (banter and commentary)

[twister29]

This time last year we were already on page 160! But we should be able to bring up the number this year and get close to the 500 mark...

Quality over quantity...

 

[The Ghost of Raelene]

Much needed lockdown for a while as well.

 

[LegDrive]

3XV Ladder Predictions Anyone?

 

[Mungo1866]

happy to do it Mungo, but as Joker says getting scores regularly and reliably proved impossible. It's hard enough getting the A scores!
If you want to put your hand up and be the score-gatherer for all the B teams, go for it. Good luck!

Happy to try and see if some connections will help.

 

[LegDrive]

@Joker Bring Back The Rowing Forum For Next Season?

 

[wisemaan]

3XV Ladder Predictions Anyone?

1. Joeys
2. Shore
3. View
4. Kings
5. Scots
6. TAS
7. Grammar
8. SBHS

Could be anyone from the top 3.

 

[twister29]

1. Joeys
2. Shore
3. View
4. Kings
5. Scots
6. TAS
7. Grammar
8. SBHS

Could be anyone from the top 3.

Could see Shore improving once the top teams fill and 2XV players drop down. Joeys looking very strong though, would my pick.

 

[RushingRob]

Have we got any crowd estimations for each of the games?

Heard Scots had some good travelling support.

Scots matched Kings and were probably even bigger, until the second half when a few more boarders reached the oval and they probably just overtook the Scots boys. Scots were certainly louder until the last 2 or 3 minutes when a Scots boy stole Kings' shield and Kings finally fired up as the game was neck-and-neck.

 

[RushingRob]

ngrugby team of round 1:

1. George Tancred (Riverview)
2. Oliver Smith (Kings)
3. Hasani Bloomfield (Kings)
4. Charlie Galligan (Shore)
5. Sam Alker (Scots)
6. Aston Weir (Scots)
7. Toby Davies (Kings)
8. Heinz Lemoto (Scots)
9. Angus Grover (Riverview)
10. Jarryd King (Newington)
11. Bailey Roberts-Lintmeijer (Newington)
12. Matthew Gough (Joeys)
13. Rory O'Connor (Joeys)
14. Julian Minto (Joeys)
15. Callum Grantham (Newington)

Player of the round: 13. Rory O'Connor (Joeys)

Ben Wright (S) also has got to be very close to this list.
The u16 boy was on fire, with the standout plays involving a run down the sideline and a kick back inside for a try, pressure on a kick that resulted in a drop and then he chased the ball and sadly got his try stolen. He played incredible all round and has a bright future.

Haven't seen the other games but just keep an eye out for him, #14 for Scots.

 

[Vader]

1. Joeys
2. Shore
3. View
4. Kings
5. Scots
6. TAS
7. Grammar
8. SBHS

Could be anyone from the top 3.

King's might be better once injuries from 1s come down (Risati and Stewart and a 2 row). By the sounds of it Joeys or scots will run away with the 3s comp.

 

[For Rucksake]

Scots matched Kings and were probably even bigger, until the second half when a few more boarders reached the oval and they probably just overtook the Scots boys. Scots were certainly louder until the last 2 or 3 minutes when a Scots boy stole Kings' shield and Kings finally fired up as the game was neck-and-neck.

Well said, Hoping to see some more of Scots this year, thought last year was lacking.

Looking forward to see a travelling Kings crowd as well this year after last year.

Joeys crowd always nice and loud, Similar to Shore, especially off last year.

Hopefully Riverview will remain consistent, and excited to see more of Newington away.

 

[Warwick Wilson]

Hi Troops,
Warwick reporting back for 2025!!
WW

 

[The Cleaner]

Risati a big loss, agree 2nd rowers I thought had massive work rates particularly the big #5. Are the 2 lads new?

Agree #5 was a workhorse. Watching the re-play he managed to keep Scots #8 at bay 3 or 4 times, not many can. Strong ball carrier also.

 

[Footy_.12]

Ben Wright (S) also has got to be very close to this list.
The u16 boy was on fire, with the standout plays involving a run down the sideline and a kick back inside for a try, pressure on a kick that resulted in a drop and then he chased the ball and sadly got his try stolen. He played incredible all round and has a bright future.

Haven't seen the other games but just keep an eye out for him, #14 for Scots.

Great take, Bright future ahead for the kid.

 

[The Cleaner]

That's a quick turn around for a team of the week. How do you watch the games so quickly

 

[RushingRob]

Well said, Hoping to see some more of Scots this year, thought last year was lacking.

Lacking? I was only there for term 2, but away, Scots matched Kings and View, and were very close to Shore.

I reckon Scots have the second best away crowd size, behind Joeys of course, but home, I feel as if they lack a bit more. We'll see this weekend.

 

[Rookie21]

Lacking? I was only there for term 2, but away, Scots matched Kings and View, and were very close to Shore.

I reckon Scots have the second best away crowd size, behind Joeys of course, but home, I feel as if they lack a bit more. We'll see this weekend.

Scots last year were underwhelming despite a star-studded team.

 

[Joker]

Hi Troops,
Warwick reporting back for 2025!!
WW

Hey Warwick. Good to see you mate

 

[Agent]

Dont think Shore won a game today sadly. Credit to Joeys through the grades - jeez every team is the same - crisp passing, fit and time after time, speedy wingers and fullbacks scoring tries.
That number 10 for Joeys 2nds is one to watch. Year 10 as well.

I think you might find that the #9 and #10 for Joeys 2nds were both year 10!

 

[Tom_referee]

1. Scots
2. Joeys
3. View
4. Shore
5. TAS
6. Kings
7. Grammar
8. SBHS

I think this is too harsh on the old SGS. I think some of the talent is being overlooked despite the recent results (which are only in trials). The year 12 players have some good skill including the fullback who will likely be a contender for a GPS team. The team is young but ready to play only going down by small margins and simple things in the games so far. I would definately keep my eye on them this year after the strong performance last year.