Match Report 15th July 2023
4 Quenchies laced up for Country Round hosted by Shepparton Bulls. Dan Slinn, Mike Silvester, Hugo, and Myself. Little bit of sideline support from Kevin 2 shoes, and Sai. Awesome day for playing rugby, and then a few flowed into the club rooms to watch the AB's beat the Boks, then the Argies getting one up on the Wobblies. Shepparton Bulls really did a great job hosting everyone from the visiting juniors through to the masters. For those that couldn't make it you really did miss out. Great day, and awesome night.
Shepparton have juniors come to Melb every weekend to top up a number of junior clubs to help keep a number of teams alive, so it was great to see so many Masters go up and give a little back. Can't wait for the next country round already. No Masters game this weekend, so try get along and support the seniors they are away @ Melbourne Rugby Club. Seniors trivia night this Saturday 22nd July $20 a ticket - 70's themed so most of you can just wear your standard wardrobe attire. Next Masters game Friday 28th July 7:30pm kick off @ The Stables - Just after the classic Wallabies junior clinic Saturday 29th July 1pm Sponsors Function Rising Sun - Please advise Jarrod (Newie) asap if attending so we can finalise numbers. Looks like we have 25 confirmed so far. Match Report 17th June 2023
Back at Uni's home ground after 3 years, and they certainly turned on the weather for us. Perfect for an afternoon of rugby. There were comments before the game about how awesome the new change rooms were, great job.Looking forward to seeing the fully finished refurb of facilities.
It was a combined Quenchies side that took on mostly Uni players, they did manage to snare 2 Quenchies to pull on the black Uni jersey. Don't fear all they were heckled accordingly, and advised that only Quenchies games count towards tie tallys. It was a fitting end to mens health week that the game finished injury free, and everyone with a smile on their face. If you haven't seen the posts all week from Masters and the tight 5, please make an effort to do so, some of them are very raw, but a timely reminder to look after ourselves, and each other. Our man of the match was Crowie. He played a great game, and the votes from those on the sidelines were well deserved. Please remember to advise if you intend to play on Saturday to help us plan all the imPORTant things for the day with regards to the team, and assist Masters with how they are going to set up the game with duration etc. Next week we are home at the Stables for a 2pm kick off. Also keep your eyes peeled for some exciting events coming up in July. See you on the pitch. Newie Match Report Round 7
Round 7 saw 13 battle hardened Quenchies make the trek down to Souths home ground. We linked up with players from Maroondah, Souths, and Eltham to get a team on the pitch to take on Melbourne/Uni combined. Once again the spirit of Masters rugby shone through as they game was very even, and played in great spirit. I have no idea which team won as tries were back and forth and it was tight tussle all day.
Shout out to Huw for coming along to support as we were in his neighborhood. Great performances from all, but special mentions to Pram, and Damon for putting in a solid performance all game. Shout out to Scott who came off with an injured foot (The wife watching curse strikes again). With foot on ice he already said he's playing Friday night. Just a flesh wound . Man of the match Carlo. He scored 1 try and didn't drop the ball or run over the dead ball line, although he did attempt to claim a number of tires from forward passes or knock ons. Great effort Carlo, just as well Ricey was on our team this week so he couldn't clean you up again. New week we are at home on Friday night for our first home game under lights. If you're not playing, please come along and support so we can showcase how great our ground is as a night venue. Looking forward to seeing you all on the pitch. Yours in Rugby Newie Match Report Round 5
The rain gods held off yesterday as we ventured to Maroondah for round 5. Chris Peugeot joking prematch commented that he's booked the St Johns ambo after the 1st 20. Turns out he actually needed it after 5 mins into the game when he was taking a hit up and got tackled to the ground resulting in shattering his collar bone - that's gotta be a jock strap nomination for that. Lets wish Chris all the best in a speedy recovery.
It was a good tussle for the entire game as we were mostly evenly matched with Eltham. I think they must put something special in the water over there as there are some big boys who are quick. No idea who won in the end, but I think we can all agree getting a team onto the pitch to play the game we love makes rugby the overall winner. Bye next week then Quins Fri 17th June. Shout out to the supporters on the side line - Grumpy, Dennis, and Slinn shady. Also great to See Dee Foz come along and support. If you can't play or are carrying an injury or 2 it's always appreciated to support. Now onto some housekeeping - We need masters, and masters needs us. This year post Covid all teams are struggling for numbers including us. We've combined teams this year and we've been assisted by various teams to help us run out. Having said that it's a 2 way street, and some of those same teams need help from us. I know running out 2 games is a big ask at times, but we need to help others, or they won't assist us. Yesterday the 2nd game nearly ran out playing 10 a side due to numbers. 2 Quenchies put their hands up, but in instances like this we really need to dig deep and help out, otherwise the Masters competition won't survive. Yours in rugby Newie Match Report Round 4
Friday night lights
Well what can I say but wow. The experiment that was Friday night lights was a huge success. All teams came together to create 2 large teams and ran out 3 x 20 minute sets of play. We had a reasonable contingent of Quenchies on the field I think there were 7 Quenchies on the field, and about 10 came along to support. Rugby was the victor, and Quins put on a feed by way of Rob's BBQ Brisket, along with grits. It was certainly different, and a big hit with loads of people. Next game Maroondah. Match Report Round 3
Match Report – Quenchies v Eltham
With mild mannered Match Reporter – Newie out of action this week, he assigned the task to trusty side kick, Howard the Duck. The weather gods were kind putting on a magnificent sunny Saturday afternoon to welcome Eltham back into the Competition. Quenchies rocked up with 9 players, but lost Scott Richies before kick-off, splitting his lip open in the game beforehand requiring 10 stitches, Scott was still able to take selfies whilst the Doctor tried to operate, excellent work Scott, good thing this incident didn’t ruin your good looks Scott ( you didn’t have them to start with) Quenchies took the field with assistance from Maroondah – Jumper, Cujo, Jason and Super Sparkles plus players from other teams, including the return of Francis. Carlo took up his position in the shade on the far side of the field – and stayed there for the remainder of the game. Eltham side ran on following their photo shoot, Ian Barker supporting a Man bun (intervention required) Assisted by his apprentice, the ref. blew his whistle to start the game and the Quenchies enjoyed plenty of possession but were unable to capitalise. Eltham finally got their chance with the ball and scored ! The remainder of the first half saw both teams run in a number of tries , Eltham with the upper hand at half-time, which was welcomed by shots of sherry or port (not quite sure) by all players. The shots must of worked as the Quenchies started the 2nd half the way they started the 1st half, this time managing to cross the try line with Glenn Hill scoring (we think), he was the one who ran the ball back to half way after the ref. had awarded the try. Glenn also made a tackle – big day at the office for him. Then with a choice inside pass to Nico from one of our ring ins, Nico made a superb 40 metre break down field, eventually being tackled by some slow bloke from the opposition. With fatigue setting in the game ended and the day and match was a good outcome for the guys at Eltham, players made their way over to the Grand Stand to applaud and thank the supporters. Thanks to those Quenchies who made the trip. Next week’s game is Friday night at Harlequins – 7pm kick off. Signing off Trusty side-kick Howard the Duck Match Report Round 2
Match Report Round 2 V Melb Uni
Round 2 saw us travel to Adelaide, well not really, but Newport doesn't feel like too far off it. With Powerhouse putting on such a big day at their home ground we were initially relegated to their storage sheds to change into our kit. Much to our surprise Navi even made it on time. Someone must of told him kick off was at 2. Sai brought his fleet footed cousin along, and with a couple of Powerhouse players jumping in with us we had a team with a couple on the bench. The game was a very even tussle, but we managed to bring the rain in the form of Tries. Carlo was gifted 2 of the easiest walk in tries you could ever imagine. On the grandstand side of the ground Slinn gravy managed to burst through 6 off the biggest opposition forwards going around, stepped past 2 backs and planted the ball down for his 1st try with the Quenchies (that slab better be cold). It was a true master class showcasing to Carlo how a winger should be scoring. Coupled with a few try saving tackles Dan Slinn took home the choccies as our well deserved man of the match. The whole team put in a great performance forwards worked had with the hit up, ran in support, and then quick hands getting it out to the backs. A large number of try scorers (Sorry if I forget anyone) Carlo 2, Sai, Slinn gravy, Sai's cousin, myself, and a Powerhouse player. I think the final result was 8 tries to 3. Nigel from Uni summed up our efforts post match with how shocked he was how so many of us could run, and make run away tries. Well done Quenchies. Next week is a 45's game v Eltham in Eltham. This game will be played at a slower pace to help ease the new Eltham masters team into the competition. Yours in Rugby Newie Match Report Round 1
Yesterday saw the Quenchies venture into the city as Melbourne uni hosted at their new ground in the Docklands. The Quenchies along with a few ring ins took on a Souths team with a few more ring ins. It was a very 1 sided affair with with Souths having an obvious greater skill set. We did our best and showed some awesome passages of play. Over all the game may have been 1 sided, but it was played in great spirit and there were smiles all round. Man of the match Hugo, who battled hard all day.
Next week we're at Powerhouse juniors at 3pm. We'll be combining with Melbourne up against a combined Uni side which should be a more even affair. Come along for a run. It looks like it will be a big afternoon over there. Yours in Rugby Newie PS - Pretty much every team in Masters needs players so if you know of anyone from any area looking for run please bring them along. We all love this comp and to keep it alive we need numbers across the board. |
A special match report on our preseason game from guest scribe Martin Roache
Match Report 23/04/22
Qs vs ACT
On a fantastic day blessed by the weather Gods, the first match of the season was about to get underway. The crowd were in in their 20s (or tens at least) and we were all anticipating a feast of open running rugby, which was to be ably adjudicated by ref Welty. The crowd were as excited as a paedo at a Wiggles concert.
However, no one had considered the ever wily ACT Goldie and his subtle and not so subtle rule change proposals. He cant be touched, if you’re within 1.5m of him you’re deemed tackled, no running through more than one unbroken line and on and on and on…… Go and get the fucking Ludo one wag in the crowd was heard to say. However the spirit of the code took over and the game finally got underway, thanks to some fine negotiating and understanding by the evergreen team manager, Howard the Duck.
ACT kicked off, a towering boomer, when Big Col, imperious as always called my ball, the pack quickly surrounded the big fella to bolster him against the rushing onslaught of the ACT, but sadly the sun got in his eyes and the ball rolled into touch.
Mick May found his lineout jumper, the soaring Hugo, who delivered perfect ball to ½ back Fleety, as always super quick service almost caught Navi napping at 10 but the ball was swept along the back line where Sai made a punishing break with Munroe on his shoulder, only to be called back for an adjudged forward pass. Qs were penalised at the scrum for Baldrick boring in on the opposition hooker and it was only then that the nefarious tactical rule changes made by Goldy became apparent. He calmly tapped the ball and due to his tackle immunity, strolled over for the first 5 pointer. The boys were incensed. Big and I mean very big, TT, came on for the equally big Mike (I’ve hurt my knee and need an operation) Sylvester who had put in a punishing shift to date. The ball was won back from the kick off and the ever present and hardworking Rama (I’m making a fashion statement with these swim goggles) linked up superbly with Munroe in the centres and only due to some solid defence from the ACT was the move foiled. From the following scrum and intricate back line move from Qs saw Lockie go over in the corner.
At this stage the Qs tactics were strange. The plan had been to give the visitors access to Big Col, but instead they ended up with our secret weapon, Alex. Not sure how but strategy needs to be addressed here. Shortly after the ref took pity and blew for the end of the first third. Some swift negotiation by Howie, saw the next 2/3 reduced to 15 minutes each way taking into account the searing heat and the boys evident lack of off season conditioning. Highlight of the afternoon came when Mike (I’ve hurt my knee and need an operation) Sylvester’s 8 yo daughter came on and using some footwork as good as I’ve ever seen stepped her way to the tryline to give the Q’s a lead for the first time. Sadly it was not to last as the ACT also had some firepower in reserve and they finally drew level. On the cusp of full time Carlo finally got the ball, despite some sections in the crowd having been calling for the backs to feed the speed and he raced off like a whippet to cross the try line. Only to be called back on the basis of the Goldy rule changes and duly yellow carded by the ref. That was full time, with the score showing a flattering 9 all.
The players and spectators retired to the clubhouse and indulged in the age old art of reminiscing about the game and how well they had played. Howie had laid on the pizzas and beer and a rousing couple of hours were had by all.
Long may it continue.
Match Report 23/04/22
Qs vs ACT
On a fantastic day blessed by the weather Gods, the first match of the season was about to get underway. The crowd were in in their 20s (or tens at least) and we were all anticipating a feast of open running rugby, which was to be ably adjudicated by ref Welty. The crowd were as excited as a paedo at a Wiggles concert.
However, no one had considered the ever wily ACT Goldie and his subtle and not so subtle rule change proposals. He cant be touched, if you’re within 1.5m of him you’re deemed tackled, no running through more than one unbroken line and on and on and on…… Go and get the fucking Ludo one wag in the crowd was heard to say. However the spirit of the code took over and the game finally got underway, thanks to some fine negotiating and understanding by the evergreen team manager, Howard the Duck.
ACT kicked off, a towering boomer, when Big Col, imperious as always called my ball, the pack quickly surrounded the big fella to bolster him against the rushing onslaught of the ACT, but sadly the sun got in his eyes and the ball rolled into touch.
Mick May found his lineout jumper, the soaring Hugo, who delivered perfect ball to ½ back Fleety, as always super quick service almost caught Navi napping at 10 but the ball was swept along the back line where Sai made a punishing break with Munroe on his shoulder, only to be called back for an adjudged forward pass. Qs were penalised at the scrum for Baldrick boring in on the opposition hooker and it was only then that the nefarious tactical rule changes made by Goldy became apparent. He calmly tapped the ball and due to his tackle immunity, strolled over for the first 5 pointer. The boys were incensed. Big and I mean very big, TT, came on for the equally big Mike (I’ve hurt my knee and need an operation) Sylvester who had put in a punishing shift to date. The ball was won back from the kick off and the ever present and hardworking Rama (I’m making a fashion statement with these swim goggles) linked up superbly with Munroe in the centres and only due to some solid defence from the ACT was the move foiled. From the following scrum and intricate back line move from Qs saw Lockie go over in the corner.
At this stage the Qs tactics were strange. The plan had been to give the visitors access to Big Col, but instead they ended up with our secret weapon, Alex. Not sure how but strategy needs to be addressed here. Shortly after the ref took pity and blew for the end of the first third. Some swift negotiation by Howie, saw the next 2/3 reduced to 15 minutes each way taking into account the searing heat and the boys evident lack of off season conditioning. Highlight of the afternoon came when Mike (I’ve hurt my knee and need an operation) Sylvester’s 8 yo daughter came on and using some footwork as good as I’ve ever seen stepped her way to the tryline to give the Q’s a lead for the first time. Sadly it was not to last as the ACT also had some firepower in reserve and they finally drew level. On the cusp of full time Carlo finally got the ball, despite some sections in the crowd having been calling for the backs to feed the speed and he raced off like a whippet to cross the try line. Only to be called back on the basis of the Goldy rule changes and duly yellow carded by the ref. That was full time, with the score showing a flattering 9 all.
The players and spectators retired to the clubhouse and indulged in the age old art of reminiscing about the game and how well they had played. Howie had laid on the pizzas and beer and a rousing couple of hours were had by all.
Long may it continue.
Match report: Round 9
A home game this week saw us turn on some magnificent weather. Pitch conditions that would have had Tony Greig describe as bloody marvellous. I’d even heard on good authority that Fast Eddie had been very meticulous in marking our the lines so they were extra clear and crisp adding to the prestige that is Bronco’s “Pitch 2”, hallowed turf of the Unquenchables.
It was a little touch and go as to whether or not our opposition would be able to field a full side prior to kick off, but a mad scramble of players along with a few Quenchies, they scraped together a starting XV.
The first half saw the opposition outscore us, but a gallant 2nd half, coinciding with the arrival of Lovie saw an opportunity from a select few on the sidelines to revise the game to “Pass it Lovie”, which netted some great results. Although we officially didn’t win overall, we certainly outscored, and won the 2nd half.
There were some outstanding individual performances for the day. Dennis winding back the clock 20 years and sprinting in chase after someone 30+ years his junior, it was like natures Viagra to all those who bore witness. After a number of dropped at the balls kick off, a select few also managed to wind the clock back, except it was more like daylight savings.
If you’ll indulge me there was one truly outstanding individual performance that can’t go unrecognised. Allow me to set the scene…
It was the 1st half, the sun was shining, barely a cloud, and just an ever so slight breeze at the backs of the Quenchies. After what seemed like 50+ phases the ball was in inside the opposition ½ and the Quenchies were primed to keep the scorer on their toes. It was breakdown after breakdown, clean out after clean out, the never say die attitude of the Quenchies spirit was in full flight but just couldn’t get over the line. Then there was yet another breakdown. Now this is where it gets truly remarkable. Looking down the field I was curious which brave soul would guide this ship, and at that moment I saw this glow from down field, I heard a giant crack like thunder, but with blue skies it was impossible. Instead it was Peter Navi quite likely breaking the sound barrier from what I’m sure was our dead ball line. The battle cry of move, get out of the way could be heard from such far off lands as Lilydale, Dandenong, and St Kilda. I saw a bodies get tossed aside like a rag dolls so far they landed on pitch one and looked like they were ready to line up in the 2’s. With the opposing forward pack pressing hard to regain the ball all looked lost until Pete in his split second arrival hit the scene. With fire in his eyes Pete swooped on the recycled ball and knew this was his time to shine. He dived under the entire opposition forward pack, brushing 4 of them aside, smirking at their feeble efforts. It was then with the grace of a gazelle and ball in hand he dived over the line and planted the ball down. Knowing these feats could never be emulated, Navi jumped up, and raised his arms in triumph. Emotion began to fill the spectators, the opposition could only look on in pure bewilderment, even Clive as “Sir” sensed this was one for ages. It was at the moment of self-gratification that Navi realised it was premature celebration as he’d grounded the ball just over the 22 line. The laugher that ensued will live on dearly in our heart. I’m sure this story will be retold within the Quenchies for many years to come.
Thank you Pete for what was our highlight of the day. I’m adamant due recognition will be forthwith at our end of year dinner.
Congratulations to Ross as our well-deserved man of the match. Thanks again to Clive for fulfilling the role of “Sir” for the day.
Next week we’re back at Uni’s home ground next to the zoo. Time TBA
Cheers
Newie.
A home game this week saw us turn on some magnificent weather. Pitch conditions that would have had Tony Greig describe as bloody marvellous. I’d even heard on good authority that Fast Eddie had been very meticulous in marking our the lines so they were extra clear and crisp adding to the prestige that is Bronco’s “Pitch 2”, hallowed turf of the Unquenchables.
It was a little touch and go as to whether or not our opposition would be able to field a full side prior to kick off, but a mad scramble of players along with a few Quenchies, they scraped together a starting XV.
The first half saw the opposition outscore us, but a gallant 2nd half, coinciding with the arrival of Lovie saw an opportunity from a select few on the sidelines to revise the game to “Pass it Lovie”, which netted some great results. Although we officially didn’t win overall, we certainly outscored, and won the 2nd half.
There were some outstanding individual performances for the day. Dennis winding back the clock 20 years and sprinting in chase after someone 30+ years his junior, it was like natures Viagra to all those who bore witness. After a number of dropped at the balls kick off, a select few also managed to wind the clock back, except it was more like daylight savings.
If you’ll indulge me there was one truly outstanding individual performance that can’t go unrecognised. Allow me to set the scene…
It was the 1st half, the sun was shining, barely a cloud, and just an ever so slight breeze at the backs of the Quenchies. After what seemed like 50+ phases the ball was in inside the opposition ½ and the Quenchies were primed to keep the scorer on their toes. It was breakdown after breakdown, clean out after clean out, the never say die attitude of the Quenchies spirit was in full flight but just couldn’t get over the line. Then there was yet another breakdown. Now this is where it gets truly remarkable. Looking down the field I was curious which brave soul would guide this ship, and at that moment I saw this glow from down field, I heard a giant crack like thunder, but with blue skies it was impossible. Instead it was Peter Navi quite likely breaking the sound barrier from what I’m sure was our dead ball line. The battle cry of move, get out of the way could be heard from such far off lands as Lilydale, Dandenong, and St Kilda. I saw a bodies get tossed aside like a rag dolls so far they landed on pitch one and looked like they were ready to line up in the 2’s. With the opposing forward pack pressing hard to regain the ball all looked lost until Pete in his split second arrival hit the scene. With fire in his eyes Pete swooped on the recycled ball and knew this was his time to shine. He dived under the entire opposition forward pack, brushing 4 of them aside, smirking at their feeble efforts. It was then with the grace of a gazelle and ball in hand he dived over the line and planted the ball down. Knowing these feats could never be emulated, Navi jumped up, and raised his arms in triumph. Emotion began to fill the spectators, the opposition could only look on in pure bewilderment, even Clive as “Sir” sensed this was one for ages. It was at the moment of self-gratification that Navi realised it was premature celebration as he’d grounded the ball just over the 22 line. The laugher that ensued will live on dearly in our heart. I’m sure this story will be retold within the Quenchies for many years to come.
Thank you Pete for what was our highlight of the day. I’m adamant due recognition will be forthwith at our end of year dinner.
Congratulations to Ross as our well-deserved man of the match. Thanks again to Clive for fulfilling the role of “Sir” for the day.
Next week we’re back at Uni’s home ground next to the zoo. Time TBA
Cheers
Newie.
- Round 8
- Melbourne may have put on the coldest day of the year so far but that didn't stop the battle hardened Quenchies from taking the field, even if it was just for 1 minute *ahem* Carlo. A Combined side with Uni saw us taking on Powerhouse, it was a tussle tighter than Dennis' shorts.
- With Dixie as "Sir" for the game I was a little worried Fleety might be sent to the naughty corner, but with his new streamlined haircut it was smooth sailing.
- Uni pre-game put up a bottle of wine for the man of the match, and it brought out the A game of some players, pity they were mostly on the opposing team. My attempt at an ankle tap was even laughed off by some nimble footed opposition who I think may have snuck in from grade on their bye week (Pure speculation of course) It was try for try most of the game and due to my side line distraction of checking how my Quaddie at Flemington might be getting on I lost track of who actually won the game. What wasn't lost though was Lovie's double on debut for the Q's - maybe we should have warned him it'll cost him a slab if he scored.
- Special shout out to the 4 or so guys who along with myself helped out with numbers in game 2. Other teams have given a chop out to the Quenchies in the past so it was great to see so many of us return the favour.
Rest up!! Home game next week, and then looks like back to Uni the following week.
Cheers Newie
Round 6
Apologies to those who are unable to translate the following French accent;
On another perfect autumn Saturday the Quenchies travelled to Newport at the new Power House Junior grounds. Great grounds (surface a bit hard for my old bones though) but more on that later.
The Quenchies had almost 15 stalwarts making the long trip over to the west (very long trip indeed for Tony Traralgon) , plus a handful of Melbourne Gerries as well as Ian Barker to make up a team and a bench. Dennis had lost his passport so could not make it over the Westgate bridge. We played Uni, themselves reinforced by a few ringers from Power House and Souths. We had an army of supporters, e.g. Andy Ellis and Nick Reid (who is obviously seriously considering an umpteenth return, as prop this time around).
The match was hard fought, with a great many tries scored from both sides – I think 4 all at halftime which is when I lost track – it is possible the opposition scored a couple more than us but no one kept count so who cares. Mike Silvester scored a true forward try (slab??) after great work by the pack, well guided by Ian Barker barking orders appropriately. Adric caught a couple of high balls on restarts, modestly explaining his hand skills with his past life as a soccer goalie. Jim’s face was covered in blood, so what’s new really? (in shame due to dropping a sitter.....) Scottie also scored a try (slab?) on his second attempt and yours truly was shamefully dispossessed of the ball after crossing the line after a great Carl Ramage pass. Great refereeing by Gerry who took to heart the wise piece of advice: just stay in the middle of the pitch and you will eventually be in the middle of the action.
Man of the Match was Fleety who kept taking the line and taking the ball forward. Well done Fleety. In Dennis’s absence I hope you still get your voucher for an unforgettable meal at the best Thai joint in town.
So back to the new grounds, and after all these efforts on a warm sunny day we were looking forward to lining up at the trough for a cold one, or three. What happened next was truly traumatic and to borrow the words from a highlight of Aussie literary/musical culture:
But the smile on his face quickly turns to a sneer
As the barman says sadly the pub's got no beer
It's no place for a rugby 'round a club with no beer
Clearly some points were scored towards what is turning to be an extremely competitive year for some coveted awards at the Q’s dinner.
Well, in the end it was no slab in the change rooms, but beers at the club’s bar, so all was not lost. But some of the truly thirsty ones had already left.
On another perfect autumn Saturday the Quenchies travelled to Newport at the new Power House Junior grounds. Great grounds (surface a bit hard for my old bones though) but more on that later.
The Quenchies had almost 15 stalwarts making the long trip over to the west (very long trip indeed for Tony Traralgon) , plus a handful of Melbourne Gerries as well as Ian Barker to make up a team and a bench. Dennis had lost his passport so could not make it over the Westgate bridge. We played Uni, themselves reinforced by a few ringers from Power House and Souths. We had an army of supporters, e.g. Andy Ellis and Nick Reid (who is obviously seriously considering an umpteenth return, as prop this time around).
The match was hard fought, with a great many tries scored from both sides – I think 4 all at halftime which is when I lost track – it is possible the opposition scored a couple more than us but no one kept count so who cares. Mike Silvester scored a true forward try (slab??) after great work by the pack, well guided by Ian Barker barking orders appropriately. Adric caught a couple of high balls on restarts, modestly explaining his hand skills with his past life as a soccer goalie. Jim’s face was covered in blood, so what’s new really? (in shame due to dropping a sitter.....) Scottie also scored a try (slab?) on his second attempt and yours truly was shamefully dispossessed of the ball after crossing the line after a great Carl Ramage pass. Great refereeing by Gerry who took to heart the wise piece of advice: just stay in the middle of the pitch and you will eventually be in the middle of the action.
Man of the Match was Fleety who kept taking the line and taking the ball forward. Well done Fleety. In Dennis’s absence I hope you still get your voucher for an unforgettable meal at the best Thai joint in town.
So back to the new grounds, and after all these efforts on a warm sunny day we were looking forward to lining up at the trough for a cold one, or three. What happened next was truly traumatic and to borrow the words from a highlight of Aussie literary/musical culture:
But the smile on his face quickly turns to a sneer
As the barman says sadly the pub's got no beer
It's no place for a rugby 'round a club with no beer
Clearly some points were scored towards what is turning to be an extremely competitive year for some coveted awards at the Q’s dinner.
Well, in the end it was no slab in the change rooms, but beers at the club’s bar, so all was not lost. But some of the truly thirsty ones had already left.
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Round 5
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Quenchies v Maroondah played last Sat. in good spirits (but we did have a sending off! - the 2nd in 2 decades) on a good grassy surface (to bounce off, that is), in good weather, considering the altitude and our last game there being in a hail storm (yes, that's 2019). Several special appearances, including Alex Tautau - tell me your correct email address please, Alex - who flew down from somewhere north just for our game, and a barrel of beer (He won the auction last Thursday at the club - thanks for your support - and won the drinking too. The Tax Man came 2nd with the drinking). Also, several un-special appearances, best left alone.
Grumpy's back from retirement, sprinting up the side line giving usual encouragement, as if you didn't expect that too. Not sure if that's good or bad, but he's still not cheerful. Again, best to leave that subject alone.
Jim Halls (don't drop the ball) only bled from the outside of that great nose, but at least he's keeping up the tradition.
Hilly managed 10 minutes on field.
Returned player, Paul (wants to play again, so who has his email address please?) showed us how to wear the traditional Box Hill hooped jumper colours, with pride, belly and aplomb.
Rusty Cup - won (Alex Tautau last seen with it?)
MoM - Jim (What, again? You've got to be joking! His tackling's just not that good - ask Macca. Nor his line out work - ask Jumper. It's uncompetitive scrums too!!!! What's going on?)
Photos - Mike Maskery noted to be missing without leave, again!
Clubman of the Day - Mike Silvester played 3rd grade. Well done Mike.
Clubhouse Drinks - Arranged well by Carlo The Tax Man - thanks.
Team 'Box' & Jumpers - Best work all year by Colin. Well done (We needed the spare jumpers this week!)
Down side
- The game was taken over a bit (spoilt) by a young(ish) ring in for the Qs (from somewhere??) who ran wild, but should have been playing grade. Some people just don't get it, but .............he thought he was good!
- Also, Andy Lim (Maroondah, long time) taken off in an ambulance with a suspected broken toenail. However, turned out more than that and he was transferred from Marroondah hospital to The Alfred, for his first hip surgery on Sunday and expecting to have the second big surgery this Wednesday, on the same hip, if it's labelled correctly for the surgeon. He's still smiling in the FaceBook picture, but that's before the drugs had worn off (What are those bags of water for? No, that's not funny.). A fair bit of rehab. to come - best wishes 'Water boy next year' Andy.
Coming Saturday, 22nd May
(Don't forget to make sure you are registered as a 'Player' in Rugby Xplorer)
Look to FaceBook for updates, but 'we' quote Brendon Mathews as follows :
"ROUND SIX - POWER HOUSE JUNIOR RUGBY CLUB - SATURDAY 22ND MAY
1:30pm: Power House Cardies v Southern Pirates
2:30pm: Uni Gents v Box Hill Unquenchables/ Melbourne Gerries
Referees: TBC (Clive - get in quick, please, please.)
Medic: Colbrow
Match Contact: Brendon Matthews
Gents, this week we're at Power House Junior's new Grounds located within Bayside College Newport (33-43 Blenheim Rd, Newport VIC 3015).
Please note - in a first-time event. We will also have the Power House Senior Men's team playing there along with Power House Juniors hosting all their games at home. So a big day for the club.
I've combined the Gerries with Box Hill, but also keen to get all the Barbarians, Quins and Maroondah players to come and jump in."
28th May at Harlequins - Friday Night
5th June at Box Hill
Spread ..........the word, please.
Other Matters/Rumours:
- The club's new playing lights are expected to be in use this ...................season. Acknowledgements to Gladys Lieu MP. (Club needs to find deeper pockets for the additional electricity, or perhaps cut the gas off so that showers are only cold water? Feel free to voice your preferences at the next club Board meeting - if you get there.)
- Unquenchables all weather jackets are being designed (just sit down and wait. Again, you'll be told when there's something more to say.)
- Unquenchables 2022 Playing Jumpers are being designed (just sit down and wait. Again, you'll be told when there's something more to say, but make sure Grumpy knows you want one.)
- Unquenchables Dinner has not been forgotten (again, you'll be told when there's something to say, but make sure you know which Qs games you've played, in 2019 and this year, and ....................don't advertise loudly that you prefer to drink gin to............. playing rugby! That's an award, just by itself. Perhaps "The Left Pinky Award"? Return emails are not accepted, but make sure Steve Merch knows your views on that thought.)
- Unquenchables' Sponsor's Lunch - Not forgotten. Dennis will let you know, when he's ready and gets off his a*se, as long as it's not raining though.
- Jiff will play rugby this year ("Laugh? 'We' nearly s**t. 'We' haven't laughed that much since grandma died or aunty Mable caught her left t*t in the mangle!").
- Nico's finger dislocation had nothing to do with Tilly, but is on the mend despite being given attention at Box Hill hospital.
- Andy Ellis took some more of his unpleasant drugs (on Friday, 'we' think), so keep the bucket near by when you wish him well next time you see him.
- Doug Hughes wasn't breathing too well last time he wheezed down the phone to 'us' and Grumpy. Keep him in mind too.
- Missing in Action - He hasn't registered yet but 'we're' still looking for him them.
- New Scrum Machine - If you don't know why the club needs a new one, you haven't been near the old one for a while, so put your boots on and get down there. The club's opened a tax deductible donation scheme at Donate to sport | Australian Sports Foundation (asf.org.au). Please use it.
- Volunteers - BHRUFC's an amateur's club: "Ask not what your club can do for you, etc. etc.". All sectors need more help, not just funds (e.g. The Club Board, Michael at the bar, Tilly, The Juniors coaching, Qs 'Team Management' - who?, and others. Don't just sit & wait, put your hand up, or 'we'll' ...............set Grumpy on to you!)
The match report's not been received from the scribe yet!!! so editor's going to print, on the fly.
Pommy Paul, feel free to publish in FB, subject to copyright.
Quenchies v Maroondah played last Sat. in good spirits (but we did have a sending off! - the 2nd in 2 decades) on a good grassy surface (to bounce off, that is), in good weather, considering the altitude and our last game there being in a hail storm (yes, that's 2019). Several special appearances, including Alex Tautau - tell me your correct email address please, Alex - who flew down from somewhere north just for our game, and a barrel of beer (He won the auction last Thursday at the club - thanks for your support - and won the drinking too. The Tax Man came 2nd with the drinking). Also, several un-special appearances, best left alone.
Grumpy's back from retirement, sprinting up the side line giving usual encouragement, as if you didn't expect that too. Not sure if that's good or bad, but he's still not cheerful. Again, best to leave that subject alone.
Jim Halls (don't drop the ball) only bled from the outside of that great nose, but at least he's keeping up the tradition.
Hilly managed 10 minutes on field.
Returned player, Paul (wants to play again, so who has his email address please?) showed us how to wear the traditional Box Hill hooped jumper colours, with pride, belly and aplomb.
Rusty Cup - won (Alex Tautau last seen with it?)
MoM - Jim (What, again? You've got to be joking! His tackling's just not that good - ask Macca. Nor his line out work - ask Jumper. It's uncompetitive scrums too!!!! What's going on?)
Photos - Mike Maskery noted to be missing without leave, again!
Clubman of the Day - Mike Silvester played 3rd grade. Well done Mike.
Clubhouse Drinks - Arranged well by Carlo The Tax Man - thanks.
Team 'Box' & Jumpers - Best work all year by Colin. Well done (We needed the spare jumpers this week!)
Down side
- The game was taken over a bit (spoilt) by a young(ish) ring in for the Qs (from somewhere??) who ran wild, but should have been playing grade. Some people just don't get it, but .............he thought he was good!
- Also, Andy Lim (Maroondah, long time) taken off in an ambulance with a suspected broken toenail. However, turned out more than that and he was transferred from Marroondah hospital to The Alfred, for his first hip surgery on Sunday and expecting to have the second big surgery this Wednesday, on the same hip, if it's labelled correctly for the surgeon. He's still smiling in the FaceBook picture, but that's before the drugs had worn off (What are those bags of water for? No, that's not funny.). A fair bit of rehab. to come - best wishes 'Water boy next year' Andy.
Coming Saturday, 22nd May
(Don't forget to make sure you are registered as a 'Player' in Rugby Xplorer)
Look to FaceBook for updates, but 'we' quote Brendon Mathews as follows :
"ROUND SIX - POWER HOUSE JUNIOR RUGBY CLUB - SATURDAY 22ND MAY
1:30pm: Power House Cardies v Southern Pirates
2:30pm: Uni Gents v Box Hill Unquenchables/ Melbourne Gerries
Referees: TBC (Clive - get in quick, please, please.)
Medic: Colbrow
Match Contact: Brendon Matthews
Gents, this week we're at Power House Junior's new Grounds located within Bayside College Newport (33-43 Blenheim Rd, Newport VIC 3015).
Please note - in a first-time event. We will also have the Power House Senior Men's team playing there along with Power House Juniors hosting all their games at home. So a big day for the club.
I've combined the Gerries with Box Hill, but also keen to get all the Barbarians, Quins and Maroondah players to come and jump in."
28th May at Harlequins - Friday Night
5th June at Box Hill
Spread ..........the word, please.
Other Matters/Rumours:
- The club's new playing lights are expected to be in use this ...................season. Acknowledgements to Gladys Lieu MP. (Club needs to find deeper pockets for the additional electricity, or perhaps cut the gas off so that showers are only cold water? Feel free to voice your preferences at the next club Board meeting - if you get there.)
- Unquenchables all weather jackets are being designed (just sit down and wait. Again, you'll be told when there's something more to say.)
- Unquenchables 2022 Playing Jumpers are being designed (just sit down and wait. Again, you'll be told when there's something more to say, but make sure Grumpy knows you want one.)
- Unquenchables Dinner has not been forgotten (again, you'll be told when there's something to say, but make sure you know which Qs games you've played, in 2019 and this year, and ....................don't advertise loudly that you prefer to drink gin to............. playing rugby! That's an award, just by itself. Perhaps "The Left Pinky Award"? Return emails are not accepted, but make sure Steve Merch knows your views on that thought.)
- Unquenchables' Sponsor's Lunch - Not forgotten. Dennis will let you know, when he's ready and gets off his a*se, as long as it's not raining though.
- Jiff will play rugby this year ("Laugh? 'We' nearly s**t. 'We' haven't laughed that much since grandma died or aunty Mable caught her left t*t in the mangle!").
- Nico's finger dislocation had nothing to do with Tilly, but is on the mend despite being given attention at Box Hill hospital.
- Andy Ellis took some more of his unpleasant drugs (on Friday, 'we' think), so keep the bucket near by when you wish him well next time you see him.
- Doug Hughes wasn't breathing too well last time he wheezed down the phone to 'us' and Grumpy. Keep him in mind too.
- Missing in Action - He hasn't registered yet but 'we're' still looking for him them.
- New Scrum Machine - If you don't know why the club needs a new one, you haven't been near the old one for a while, so put your boots on and get down there. The club's opened a tax deductible donation scheme at Donate to sport | Australian Sports Foundation (asf.org.au). Please use it.
- Volunteers - BHRUFC's an amateur's club: "Ask not what your club can do for you, etc. etc.". All sectors need more help, not just funds (e.g. The Club Board, Michael at the bar, Tilly, The Juniors coaching, Qs 'Team Management' - who?, and others. Don't just sit & wait, put your hand up, or 'we'll' ...............set Grumpy on to you!)
Round 4 Match report from our special guest scribe the almost honorable Martin Roche.
It had been a long time since this scribe had been asked to write a match report on the Q's and I was keen to see how the new management team was working with a group of high energy, testosterone loaded, former glory players. Former Q's correspondent Hori Bop, had been a little impressed with the management changes.
The crowd began building early, prior to the teams running out and the official match attendance was recorded as 14, plus two dogs and your scribe. Mikey was there in his capacity as official photographer, but even this position is being challenged by two young ladies, there to photograph Dad. And of course former manager Grumpy was there who grudgingly admitted to me in an exclusive post match interview that perhaps his style was not always suited to bringing the best out of the boys. He also was quick to point out that to replace him now took six or seven people and I'm sure the salary review committee will pick up on those comments. Thus the scene was set for a blockbuster.
I noticed two management style changes immediately. The first being that the passing of the bottle of cheap port had been usurped in favour of some namby pamby poured port into throw away plastic cups. Was this some sort of post Covid hygiene provision or were this new breed of players more antiseptic than was good for them? Greta Thurnberg would've been highly annoyed by this gratuitous use of plastic.
The second thing I noticed was that Nick AR and his henchman (I'm living in Mordi now bud so I can't play anymore)Huge Edwards, immediately set up their betting ring, casually inviting punters to forfeit their hard earned cash. The first bet on offer was whether or not Collard or his scrum cap would expire first, odds of 80:1 were on offer here, a little harsh I thought.
Coach for the day Andy Munroe, fresh off of the back of Scotland's surprising success in the six nations (they weren't beaten by Italy this year) called the boys into a team huddle to give them what I thought was going to be a rousing pre-match rev up invoking Robert the Bruce et al, but no, it was to make sure that they all had a fresh tot of port.
The bookies rink in the meantime was doing great business, with any bet you wanted being taken and the two bookies, looking to make a killing off of their recent inside knowledge of the game and the participants.
Ref Welty, looking resplendent in full kit, assisted by our own one eyed Moran on one touch and some bloke from Quins on the other, called the boys onto the pitch and readied with whistle in hand. The tension was palpable.
From the first kick you could see the boys were up for it. Jim caught the ball from the kick off and surged up the field, not too far and not too fast for Jim being the old Q's hand that he is, knew where his support lay. From the ensuing ruck, Navi Pete flicked the ball out to coach Munroes new innovation, a linking forward. Now, this tactic is well used in first class rugby, but the linking forward is normally expected to be able to run, catch and pass, so to put Colin in as the link man was doomed to fail. The coach soon realised this flaw in his tactics and in no uncertain terms told Colin to get back into the pack and not go near the back line again.
From this breakdown the opposition took the ball into the Q's half and it was only some stalwart defence (yes some of the boys tackled) that halted Quins momentum.
From this point on the coach decided to drag Collard, who had had a whole 5 unproductive minutes on the wing and was looking somewhat the worse for wear because of it. That seemed to act like a catalyst for the boys and some scything runs in midfield from Sai (Who drove down and back from Echuca to play, cop that Mordi man!)and our new find of the season the Zim flyer Farai. Alas, they have not the experience of our Jim and their first thought is to run as fast as they can and as far as they can, thus no support and the inevitable turn overs came. Carlo on the other wing was keen to try out his new defensive prowess, but try as he may their fleet footed winger kept out foxing him.
Jim missed a couple of high balls due to the non-existent sun and the bookies were quietly smirking as they pocketed some further mug punters hard earned.
T 2 (Tony Tennant) and Niko Vlok the bok was summoned to make an impact. Niko lasted all of ten minutes before retiring with a sore finger. The increasingly frustrated coach then turned to the clog maker, Wilf, to inject some spine into the pack and to ensure our own line out ball. His first lineout was impressive and this scribe is almost certain that he could've inserted a cigarette paper between Wilfs' boots and the grass, heady stuff. Some surly looking forwards in head gear and fingerless gloves were there, looking the part, but sadly that is not what is most important and the Q's pack looked as if it was going to be savaged.
Next came surely what will go down in Q annals as certainly a candidate for the try of the season, if not the decade. From a ruck just on the Q's side of halfway, Junior (yes he looked as if he enjoyed a burger or five)picked the ball from the base of the ruck, and like a ship under full sail he came barreling down the touch line swatting away would be defenders in his wake, to touch down in the corner, a run of at least 60 metres. In the exclusive post match interview Junior was typically modest, "I was just Johnny on the spot he claimed, any of the boys would've done the same" Ten minutes later Gerrard proved this statement wrong. Thinking he would emulate Junior, he made a deft pick up off of our 22 and set off on a dazzling run, showing some fancy footwork and pace to rival that of our midfield pairing, only to be ignominiously hauled down some 30 metres upfield, by of all things the young 15 year old playing for the other side. Post match Gerrard was contrite, "I thought I still had it in my legs" he moaned to me. Showing him no sympathy I told him he needed to be speaking more with Jim and learning where his support is in the Q's.
The match failed to regain the heights of these scintillating cameos and the Q's ground out the win.
But at the end of the day we were the only team to beat a Quins side and thus retain the Vosa shield. There is plenty there for the coaching team to work with, not least the fertile imaginations of Fleety and Mike (The cat?) Sylvester who in the post match interview were surely playing in a different game to the one I had just watched.
Overall this scribe could see some improvement in the play and some work ons for the coaching staff and will look forward to producing further match reports when the paper allocates Q's games to me.
Pugwash
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The crowd began building early, prior to the teams running out and the official match attendance was recorded as 14, plus two dogs and your scribe. Mikey was there in his capacity as official photographer, but even this position is being challenged by two young ladies, there to photograph Dad. And of course former manager Grumpy was there who grudgingly admitted to me in an exclusive post match interview that perhaps his style was not always suited to bringing the best out of the boys. He also was quick to point out that to replace him now took six or seven people and I'm sure the salary review committee will pick up on those comments. Thus the scene was set for a blockbuster.
I noticed two management style changes immediately. The first being that the passing of the bottle of cheap port had been usurped in favour of some namby pamby poured port into throw away plastic cups. Was this some sort of post Covid hygiene provision or were this new breed of players more antiseptic than was good for them? Greta Thurnberg would've been highly annoyed by this gratuitous use of plastic.
The second thing I noticed was that Nick AR and his henchman (I'm living in Mordi now bud so I can't play anymore)Huge Edwards, immediately set up their betting ring, casually inviting punters to forfeit their hard earned cash. The first bet on offer was whether or not Collard or his scrum cap would expire first, odds of 80:1 were on offer here, a little harsh I thought.
Coach for the day Andy Munroe, fresh off of the back of Scotland's surprising success in the six nations (they weren't beaten by Italy this year) called the boys into a team huddle to give them what I thought was going to be a rousing pre-match rev up invoking Robert the Bruce et al, but no, it was to make sure that they all had a fresh tot of port.
The bookies rink in the meantime was doing great business, with any bet you wanted being taken and the two bookies, looking to make a killing off of their recent inside knowledge of the game and the participants.
Ref Welty, looking resplendent in full kit, assisted by our own one eyed Moran on one touch and some bloke from Quins on the other, called the boys onto the pitch and readied with whistle in hand. The tension was palpable.
From the first kick you could see the boys were up for it. Jim caught the ball from the kick off and surged up the field, not too far and not too fast for Jim being the old Q's hand that he is, knew where his support lay. From the ensuing ruck, Navi Pete flicked the ball out to coach Munroes new innovation, a linking forward. Now, this tactic is well used in first class rugby, but the linking forward is normally expected to be able to run, catch and pass, so to put Colin in as the link man was doomed to fail. The coach soon realised this flaw in his tactics and in no uncertain terms told Colin to get back into the pack and not go near the back line again.
From this breakdown the opposition took the ball into the Q's half and it was only some stalwart defence (yes some of the boys tackled) that halted Quins momentum.
From this point on the coach decided to drag Collard, who had had a whole 5 unproductive minutes on the wing and was looking somewhat the worse for wear because of it. That seemed to act like a catalyst for the boys and some scything runs in midfield from Sai (Who drove down and back from Echuca to play, cop that Mordi man!)and our new find of the season the Zim flyer Farai. Alas, they have not the experience of our Jim and their first thought is to run as fast as they can and as far as they can, thus no support and the inevitable turn overs came. Carlo on the other wing was keen to try out his new defensive prowess, but try as he may their fleet footed winger kept out foxing him.
Jim missed a couple of high balls due to the non-existent sun and the bookies were quietly smirking as they pocketed some further mug punters hard earned.
T 2 (Tony Tennant) and Niko Vlok the bok was summoned to make an impact. Niko lasted all of ten minutes before retiring with a sore finger. The increasingly frustrated coach then turned to the clog maker, Wilf, to inject some spine into the pack and to ensure our own line out ball. His first lineout was impressive and this scribe is almost certain that he could've inserted a cigarette paper between Wilfs' boots and the grass, heady stuff. Some surly looking forwards in head gear and fingerless gloves were there, looking the part, but sadly that is not what is most important and the Q's pack looked as if it was going to be savaged.
Next came surely what will go down in Q annals as certainly a candidate for the try of the season, if not the decade. From a ruck just on the Q's side of halfway, Junior (yes he looked as if he enjoyed a burger or five)picked the ball from the base of the ruck, and like a ship under full sail he came barreling down the touch line swatting away would be defenders in his wake, to touch down in the corner, a run of at least 60 metres. In the exclusive post match interview Junior was typically modest, "I was just Johnny on the spot he claimed, any of the boys would've done the same" Ten minutes later Gerrard proved this statement wrong. Thinking he would emulate Junior, he made a deft pick up off of our 22 and set off on a dazzling run, showing some fancy footwork and pace to rival that of our midfield pairing, only to be ignominiously hauled down some 30 metres upfield, by of all things the young 15 year old playing for the other side. Post match Gerrard was contrite, "I thought I still had it in my legs" he moaned to me. Showing him no sympathy I told him he needed to be speaking more with Jim and learning where his support is in the Q's.
The match failed to regain the heights of these scintillating cameos and the Q's ground out the win.
But at the end of the day we were the only team to beat a Quins side and thus retain the Vosa shield. There is plenty there for the coaching team to work with, not least the fertile imaginations of Fleety and Mike (The cat?) Sylvester who in the post match interview were surely playing in a different game to the one I had just watched.
Overall this scribe could see some improvement in the play and some work ons for the coaching staff and will look forward to producing further match reports when the paper allocates Q's games to me.
Pugwash
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Notable Absentees - the 3 Stooges, Howard, Hilly and Walshie. Too busy sipping IPA's, trying to grow man buns , and ordering smashed avo with Quinoa salad.
Game 3
01/05/2021
On Saturday the Quenchies travelled south to take on the Southern Pirates over 45's (allegedly) to play for the Frosty Cup in honour of Matt Frost former player for both clubs and whose 2 Son's also played Juniors for Box Hill and Southern District. It was good to see things getting back to normal with barely the required 15 players for the start of the game, players playing out of position and Navi turning up after the game started, not to be out done Gerrard Swain also turned up late for the 3rd week in a row. The first half was a bit one sided a lack of tackling saw the Pirates running in a number of tries to the Quenchies very few - half time couldn't come quick enough as it was f+*^#*g hot for Rugby. In the 2nd half we decided to tackle and keep control of the ball, ending up scoring 3 tries to the Pirates 2, an excellent effort on such a warm day, so we decided that we did earn our beers after all - and drank them all.
Congratulations
to Frank who won the man of the match award and thanks to Southern Districts for hosting a great afternoon.
Highlights
Lack of presence from grumpy - yay
Navi 2 tries
Cameo support from Hew Edwards
Jarrod Newell
comment about how hot it was - which I cannot repeat on this forum
On Saturday the Quenchies travelled south to take on the Southern Pirates over 45's (allegedly) to play for the Frosty Cup in honour of Matt Frost former player for both clubs and whose 2 Son's also played Juniors for Box Hill and Southern District. It was good to see things getting back to normal with barely the required 15 players for the start of the game, players playing out of position and Navi turning up after the game started, not to be out done Gerrard Swain also turned up late for the 3rd week in a row. The first half was a bit one sided a lack of tackling saw the Pirates running in a number of tries to the Quenchies very few - half time couldn't come quick enough as it was f+*^#*g hot for Rugby. In the 2nd half we decided to tackle and keep control of the ball, ending up scoring 3 tries to the Pirates 2, an excellent effort on such a warm day, so we decided that we did earn our beers after all - and drank them all.
Congratulations
to Frank who won the man of the match award and thanks to Southern Districts for hosting a great afternoon.
Highlights
Lack of presence from grumpy - yay
Navi 2 tries
Cameo support from Hew Edwards
Jarrod Newell
comment about how hot it was - which I cannot repeat on this forum
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Credit: Phil Bris for the Photros
Game 2
24/04/21
On an overcast Saturday (yesterday) afternoon the Quenchies travelled to Orrong Rd to take on the 'Melbourne Gerris' in the early game.
Surprisingly, 'Navi', for the 2nd week this year (we have only had 2 games, so let’s not get to excited), turned up before game started. Bolstered with 2 new recruits in Heiny and Junior we took the field with plenty of subs. Swain and Slinn decided to stroll to the sideline 'about' ½ way through the 1st half.
The Quenchies leading, 2 tries to 1, well into the 1st half, the Gerries managed to even it up right before half time, not to be out done we scored from the subsequent kick off for the 2nd half (haha suckers).
With the game evenly poised following a very controversial try by the Gerries (about 15 Quenchies players claimed to have held the opposition player & ball up over the line - was the ref back on the 22m line??) we came away with a win with some good, committed scrambling defense & a try just before full time. Final result 4 tries to 3 (but the ref said 4 to 2, so that's good!)
Defeating Melboune – always gives you that warm fuzzy feeling
Highlights for the day
Jim turning up on crutch’s (a crutch!)
Waldorf & Statler (aka Burdett & Collard) and Andy, Chris and Jarrod all supported from the sideline too (Andy's a more reliable water boy than Collard - no surprise there.)
Rama’s inspirational speech – "F*^K it lets smash them".
Heiny’s hits
Junior - 2 tries
Rama & Fleety’s (again) dummy spits.
Gerry’s refereeing
Man of the Match – Pete 'Navi' – even though he was the only player to kick the f*#$%&g ball ?
Thanks to the guys from Baa Baa’s & Power House who also played for us.
Thanks to referee – Gerry for officiating the game
Photos - Thanks to Mike again (you should see Merch attempting to down a mountain by swinging from his shirt - on FaceBook).
Next Sat - At Southern Districts vs their 45s team (usually a good game for the 'Frosty Cup').
Surprisingly, 'Navi', for the 2nd week this year (we have only had 2 games, so let’s not get to excited), turned up before game started. Bolstered with 2 new recruits in Heiny and Junior we took the field with plenty of subs. Swain and Slinn decided to stroll to the sideline 'about' ½ way through the 1st half.
The Quenchies leading, 2 tries to 1, well into the 1st half, the Gerries managed to even it up right before half time, not to be out done we scored from the subsequent kick off for the 2nd half (haha suckers).
With the game evenly poised following a very controversial try by the Gerries (about 15 Quenchies players claimed to have held the opposition player & ball up over the line - was the ref back on the 22m line??) we came away with a win with some good, committed scrambling defense & a try just before full time. Final result 4 tries to 3 (but the ref said 4 to 2, so that's good!)
Defeating Melboune – always gives you that warm fuzzy feeling
Highlights for the day
Jim turning up on crutch’s (a crutch!)
Waldorf & Statler (aka Burdett & Collard) and Andy, Chris and Jarrod all supported from the sideline too (Andy's a more reliable water boy than Collard - no surprise there.)
Rama’s inspirational speech – "F*^K it lets smash them".
Heiny’s hits
Junior - 2 tries
Rama & Fleety’s (again) dummy spits.
Gerry’s refereeing
Man of the Match – Pete 'Navi' – even though he was the only player to kick the f*#$%&g ball ?
Thanks to the guys from Baa Baa’s & Power House who also played for us.
Thanks to referee – Gerry for officiating the game
Photos - Thanks to Mike again (you should see Merch attempting to down a mountain by swinging from his shirt - on FaceBook).
Next Sat - At Southern Districts vs their 45s team (usually a good game for the 'Frosty Cup').
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