ASK professional footballers about crucial moments from previous
seasons, and they usually say it's all a bit of a blur. But ask
them if they can recall the first time they touched the ball on
debut, and their memory is crystal clear.
THE Australian rugby players' union wants the hours and demands of
training sessions - rather than the number of games played - to
carry greater weight when players are assessed for risk of burnout.
Imported utility Callum Bruce has drawn special praise from his new
boss Ian Foster as the Chiefs take stock of an improving Super 14
campaign that has them back on the playoffs pace.
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ASK professional footballers about crucial moments from previous
seasons, and they usually say it's all a bit of a blur. But ask
them if they can recall the first time they touched the ball on
debut, and their memory is crystal clear.
THE Australian rugby players' union wants the hours and demands of
training sessions - rather than the number of games played - to
carry greater weight when players are assessed for risk of burnout.
Ben Lucas has established himself as Sam Cordingley's back-up at
the Reds.
Crusaders skipper given a break while Stephen Brett returns from
injury on the bench.
Brumby backrower not sure how long cheek injury will keep him out
of the game.
The Six Nations champions think they are a real chance of knocking
off the world champions.
Flanker celebrates re-signing with a rare call-up to the Brumbies
starting line-up.
Ma'a Nonu will start in the midfield for the Hurricanes' crunch
Super 14 match against the Bulls.
Embarrassing. That was Nick Evans' view of last week's 16-37 defeat
to the NSW Waratahs.
The Paul Marks saga has provided further evidence that Sanzar needs
to become an independent, properly run administration.
Imported utility Callum Bruce has drawn special praise from his new
boss Ian Foster as the Chiefs take stock of an improving Super 14
campaign that has them back on the playoffs pace.
