Awesome start for England as this really was the key game for both sides. Hopefully carries on next few weeks. bring on Twickers next weekend - can't wait :)
World cup after the summer - should be a good year for rugby
Great second half from England. Could have won by more.
The scummaging in rugby union is still a problem as the game can get held up for two or three minutes at a time. It's great to see packs shoving to gain an advantage but the constant collapsing, wheeling and resetting is a pain. They can learn a thing or two from league here.
------------- John
May/June.....France
Aug.......somewhere else in France
Quote: Originally posted by SGThomas on 09/2/2015
For me, rugby is a game for men who like to put their heads up other men's bottoms, and then join them in communal showers.
But in these modern times, live and let live.
That's just how they played at your college. You could always make a statement if you think any of your old masters are still alive.
------------- Ollie
2016
Monplaisir - Provence
Camping Les Gorges du Loup
Quote: Originally posted by OliverDay on 09/2/2015
Quote: Originally posted by SGThomas on 09/2/2015For me, rugby is a game for men who like to put their heads up other men's bottoms, and then join them in communal showers.
But in these modern times, live and let live.
That's just how they played at your college. You could always make a statement if you think any of your old masters are still alive.
Outstanding!
------------- John
May/June.....France
Aug.......somewhere else in France
Quote: Originally posted by OliverDay on 09/2/2015
Quote: Originally posted by SGThomas on 09/2/2015For me, rugby is a game for men who like to put their heads up other men's bottoms, and then join them in communal showers.
But in these modern times, live and let live.
That's just how they played at your college. You could always make a statement if you think any of your old masters are still alive.
I had promised your father that I would never tell on him.
Quote: Originally posted by bigtoe on 09/2/2015
Great second half from England. Could have won by more.
The scummaging in rugby union is still a problem as the game can get held up for two or three minutes at a time. It's great to see packs shoving to gain an advantage but the constant collapsing, wheeling and resetting is a pain. They can learn a thing or two from league here.
Sorry John, but have to disagree with you on your last sentence, scrummaging in League in my opinion is a complete farce, the ball on most occasions never even enters the scrum, (I am an ex pro League player).
For years while serving in the Army I refused to play what I considered "puffy" Union. I was eventually talked into playing and I was so pleased I did, biggest shock I ever had! In my position as a stand off (fly half), I was looked after by the forwards. There was proper tactics to the game, yes it does have its downside, kicking backwards and forwards. After leaving the Army, I tried to return to the game I once lived and breathed for, I was so frustrated, yes things have changed, some for the better, but I really can't stand watching League anymore. JMO and each to their own.
Bruneval3 the sole purpose of a league scrum is to get the ball back into play as quickly as possible. It's not viewed a a competitive part of the game.
I agree Union has an advantage In some ways, mauling/rucking is great and there's a lot more in the way of decision making for the players. League is the more straightforward game. Theres more open play In league and it was interesting how Union took the plum out of their mouths a few years ago and learnt a lot from league - in tackling, fitness and running. I love both codes...Warrington and Sale.
------------- John
May/June.....France
Aug.......somewhere else in France
Quote: Originally posted by bigtoe on 10/2/2015
Bruneval3 the sole purpose of a league scrum is to get the ball back into play as quickly as possible. It's not viewed a a competitive part of the game.
I agree Union has an advantage In some ways, mauling/rucking is great and there's a lot more in the way of decision making for the players. League is the more straightforward game. Theres more open play In league and it was interesting how Union took the plum out of their mouths a few years ago and learnt a lot from league - in tackling, fitness and running. I love both codes...Warrington and Sale.
John, I fully agree with the first part of your reply , point taken
You mention two very good teams in Warrington and Sale. Best wishes.
Quote: Originally posted by OliverDay on 09/2/2015
Quote: Originally posted by SGThomas on 09/2/2015
For me, rugby is a game for men who like to put their heads up other men's bottoms, and then join them in communal showers.
But in these modern times, live and let live.
That's just how they played at your college. You could always make a statement if you think any of your old masters are still alive.
I had promised your father that I would never tell on him.
My father was a psychiatrist - he remembers you well and says keep taking the medication.
------------- Ollie
2016
Monplaisir - Provence
Camping Les Gorges du Loup
Quote: Originally posted by OliverDay on 10/2/2015
Quote: Originally posted by SGThomas on 10/2/2015
Quote: Originally posted by OliverDay on 09/2/2015
Quote: Originally posted by SGThomas on 09/2/2015For me, rugby is a game for men who like to put their heads up other men's bottoms, and then join them in communal showers.
But in these modern times, live and let live.
That's just how they played at your college. You could always make a statement if you think any of your old masters are still alive.
I had promised your father that I would never tell on him.
My father was a psychiatrist - he remembers you well and says keep taking the medication.
Ah the Rohypnol...giving it to all of the young boys was surely one of the causes of his being struck off.
Quote: Originally posted by OliverDay on 10/2/2015
Quote: Originally posted by SGThomas on 10/2/2015
Quote: Originally posted by OliverDay on 09/2/2015
Quote: Originally posted by SGThomas on 09/2/2015
For me, rugby is a game for men who like to put their heads up other men's bottoms, and then join them in communal showers.But in these modern times, live and let live.
That's just how they played at your college. You could always make a statement if you think any of your old masters are still alive.
I had promised your father that I would never tell on him.
My father was a psychiatrist - he remembers you well and says keep taking the medication.
Ah the Rohypnol...giving it to all of the young boys was surely one of the causes of his being struck off.
OK you win.
You are far better at this banter than me - you must be an experienced practitioner, you even know the names of the drugs that are used.
------------- Ollie
2016
Monplaisir - Provence
Camping Les Gorges du Loup
I can hopefully get some work done on the camper next weekend as there is gap in matches now until week after! Its been a good weekend for results though.
A day of all things motorhome and campervan. The show is held both in the main indoor arena and across the grounds. Catering, hot drinks and food options are available. Easy access to the site and free parking included. Win one of five pairs of day tickets
Topic: 6 nations Rugby
You mention two very good teams in Warrington and Sale. Best wishes.
