Try-scoring doubts dismissed by Robinson
By · CommentsAndy Robinson, Head coach of Scotland admits that they have to seize
their chance at the Stade de France on Saturday. He side-stepped
criticism of his side’s recent scarcity of tries prior to their Six
Nations opener against France.
Scotland are going into the game on the back of wins over Ireland,
Argentina (twice), South Africa and Samoa. But having scored just
three tries in those matches, doubts remain over their ability to
breach defences with ball in hand and convert possession into points.
There have been only two wins in Paris in 42 years for Scotland and
are without a victory in the French capital since winning the final
Five Nations Championship in 1999. And Robinson is aware that his side
will have to take any opportunities that come their way, whether by
the boot or out wide, if they are to break that run.
England on their way set by Flood
By · CommentsEngland started Six Nations Campaign by defeating Wales 26-19 at the
Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, on Friday night. They are in a
commanding position early on in this year’s tournament by beating
fierce rivals, three more fixtures to come, they look good
Chris Ashton weighed in for a brace of tries to set the foundation for
England’s victory, although plaudits must be reserved for an
immaculate display by fly-half Toby Flood, who converted both efforts
and landed three penalties for a side captained for the first time by
Gloucester’s Mike Tindall.
Newcastle bolster with James extension
By · CommentsJames McManus the winger of National Rugby League side Newcastle Knights has agreed to put pen to paper on a new contract with the Knights.
However the 24 year old has signed a three years extension with the club and now he is making provision to bolster his performance and plans to show some action.
McManus said to the reporters: “I love the town, I love the team and I am ecstatic that my fiancee Eshia and I get to stay here for the next three years.”
Gidley welcomes Tahu
By · CommentsKurt Gidley the skipper of Newcastle Knights has revealed that he has no issues to bring back the centre Timana Tahu to the squad.
However Gidley said that he would welcome the dual international back to the city where he made his NRL debut in 1999.
On the other hand Newcastle coach Rick Stone virtually ruled out his club making a play for the NSW outside back last week but now Kurt has given Tahu the permission to return.
Queensland coach Mal Meninga criticizes Inglis
By · CommentsMal Meninga the coach of Queensland Maroons has criticized Greg Inglis the utility back of South Sydney Rabbitohs for the “underhanded dealing”.
However the 23 year old has saw the Queensland Origin star controversially renege on his $1 million deal at Brisbane Broncos to join South Sydney.
On the other hand Meninga has maintained a superior role with Inglis, who has played in five consecutive Origin series victories under the former Test captain.
Eels chasing Matt King
By · CommentsThe National Rugby League side Parramatta Eels has exposed their desire on silent mode to land the veteran Warrington Wolves center Matt King.
The Eels were chasing the 30 year old experienced and the club tried to sign the former Australia international.
On the other hand King’s manager George Mimis has raised the issue with Wolves management, but the Super League club quickly dismissed any chance of the ex-Melbourne star being released early.
NRL five magic moments
By · CommentsThe reporters have bought five great moments that clear rugby league in the past 12 months and fans have the opportunities to decide which was the finest.
Five moments are as follows:
*Mighty Maroons
*Dragons Deliver
*One Hundred Magic Minutes
*Storm Damage
*The Carney Comeback
More updates of the full story are on the verge and for more information keep an eye in our site.
Marshall set to change game vision
By · CommentsBenji Quentin Marshall the golden boot winner of Wests Tigers has revealed that he is making provision to change the scenario of the 2011 National Rugby League season.
However most players are struggling for the pre-season and Marshall has some other plans.
The 25 year old has bounced around a function room at Leichhardt Oval on Friday, not looking like a man who had played 27 games and five Test matches in his fullest season yet.
Wests Tigers bolster with Mark Riddell
By · CommentsThe hooker Mark Robert Riddell has exposed that he is making provision to make blast on the game as he is poised to return to the NRL next season with Wests Tigers.
Moreover the 29 year old has signed a one-year deal and that will be announced this week, with the Tigers planning to use Riddell as a shadow player for classy No. 9 Robbie Farah.
On the other hand Riddell has signed a three-year deal with English giants Wigan in 2009 but has cut short his English deal to return home to be near his mother, who is fighting cancer.
Nick Pappas helping to choose the independent commission
By · CommentsNick Pappas,South Sydney chairman is going to assist in choosing who is going to be the eight independent commissioners to carry the game further in future.
Annual meeting of he ARL’s which is going to be held in Brisbane granted the appointment of world-wide professional services group and Spencer Stuart will be pioneer to begin the recruitment process and step up with a list of candidates.
Words of Representatives from the 16 NRL clubs will be counted, with Pappas the nominee.