Hi world! I’m Shaun (my mates call me Shaz hence the title) and you are reading the beginnings of my rugby blog, where I’ll be sharing my experiences as an Australian rugby fan, one trying to fan the flames of my rugby passion that has diminished to but a small ember. With the state of … Continue reading Welcome!
Return of the Tonic
It wasn’t meant to be this way. Covid-disruptions for the 2020-21 World Series, and eventual abandonment aside, 2021 looked promising for sevens fans around the globe. Back in March, fans in Paris were looking forward to the Marcoussis Sevens event over two weekends in mid-May. And so too fans in Singapore, Hong Kong, Dubai & … Continue reading Return of the Tonic
We can dream. Once again, we believe.
What a game, what a shot in the arm for rugby in Australia, and what a shock to the system to the All Blacks and kiwis the world over. Sure, a win would’ve been fabulous, better than anything in the past 18 years of decline in Aussie rugby. Maybe even better than *that* try in … Continue reading We can dream. Once again, we believe.
Gordon’s still top dog, and the Shute Shield’s run home
Even though it wasn't the tv game, Gordon hosting Uni was the match of the round, no doubt. Uni were trounced at home by a resurgent Randwick last week, and Gordon were also smarting after losing the 'Battle of The North' at Chatswood. Both looking for a reset with three rounds to go, Gordon started … Continue reading Gordon’s still top dog, and the Shute Shield’s run home
Coming and Goings in the Republic
Photo Credit: http://www.sarugby.co.za This ongoing pandemic has wreaked havoc with sport all over the world, and South Africa has been no exception. South Africa was hit harder than other countries in terms of cases, and although relatively speaking, spared in terms of the mortality rate, it was the timing of the spread of Covid … Continue reading Coming and Goings in the Republic
was it all a dream? were we high, or was that tackle legal?
Getting close to a year on from RWC 2019, there’s a lot to looks back upon fondly — the people, the food, the sights (from the stunning to the odd), and the rugby itself. Not to mention the sensation that was Bak-san! There is, however, one thing that has stayed with me and come to … Continue reading was it all a dream? were we high, or was that tackle legal?
RWC2019 — Week Two Snaps, Pt II
RWC2019 — Week Two Snaps, Pt I
RWC2019 — Week One Snaps
is this where we’re going? Is rugby officially dead?
After all the hype, and all the build-up, how will this world cup be remembered? I ask, because like many pundits right now, we are left wondering. Wondering if this world cup will be defined; not by the glory gained and reputations forged on the field, but for the controversy that comes once play stops. … Continue reading is this where we’re going? Is rugby officially dead?
touchdown in japan! is it here, is it real?
yes, yes it is real baby! after so much dither and dawdling and then a frantic and frenetic rush, I'm here and the world cup is upon us!The brave blossoms, after very nervous start that saw them down 7-zip early, to go into half time just 5 ahead at 12-7. Japan got the job done … Continue reading touchdown in japan! is it here, is it real?
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