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The 2017 UON Central Coast Sevens is building up to be one of the toughest tournament of the 2017/18 Sevens circuit. It will be cracking tournament again, as Fiji Barbarians seek redemption against Aussie Gold for the 2017 UON Cup Men’s competition. This will be the second tournament that the two sides have gone head-to-head in, […]
Rugby has been played at the Arms Park since the late 1800’s, but could we be about to see the fall of Cardiff rugby at the iconic landmark? Robert Rees takes a look at the issues surrounding rugby in Cardiff. On-Field Woes Continue as Blues Play Catch-up With the Cardiff Blues starting the season off […]
But the result tonight was not apparent from the outset. With Canterbury leading at halftime by 31-21, not many will have predicted the huge change in fortune. Especially played in the ‘red and blacks’ hometown, it was widely presumed that – as good as Taranaki are – the Canterbury machine had gotten ‘back on course’.
That was not until SHIELD FEVER took hold of the ‘Taranaki Bulls’ team.
The inaugural Oktoberfest Sevens witnessed its first ever sevens finale. It never disappointed either, as Australia humbles Fijian Barbarians in the final. Played at the iconic Olympic Stadium in Munich, eleven international sides have been hosted for the past two days, alongside the traditional beer festival. It was a one-sided affair in the final however, as […]
One of the toughest sevens tournament–outside the HSBC Sevens Series –is the 2017 UON Central Coast Sevens. The hugely popular event has grown each year, says co-founder and tournament co-ordinator Craig Morgan. Scheduled for October 27-29, the tournament will be held at the Wyong Rugby Club Ground in Kanwal, Central Coast. Morgan spoke with Last Word on […]
The picturesque city of Munich will play host to 12 leading sevens nations from the September 29-30. It will be the venue of the popular 2017 DHL Oktoberfest 7s. An ejoyable mix of traditional beer and music festival, with a sprinkling of sevens rugby to add some fireworks! Besides the off-field events, fans will be treated to […]
It doesn’t happen often in the NRL, but the North Queensland Cowboys keep defying the odds. They finished eighth when the season ended and have survived the sudden-death playoffs…. twice. And what is remarkable, is that they did that ‘without two of their biggest stars’ in Matt Scott and the mercurial, Jonathan Thurston. The Cowboys […]
Some will reflect on the last 12 months for the Springboks, as a year in crisis. And yes, it was a dark hour, but head coach Allister Coetzee is looking ahead. Displaying new self belief in South African rugby, after the success of the Lions in Super Rugby and the winning start for his team. This […]
Most rugby fans will have heard of Canterbury. The South Island team from New Zealand, has a strong history which is scattered with All Blacks, Super Rugby and Provincial champions. Canterbury Rugby can be called a ‘production line’ of New Zealand rugby, such a powerful testimony to the region and the professional organisation. Highlighted in […]
With so many wholesale changes for All Blacks v Argentina on Saturday, it appears that the rotation is being utilized during The Rugby Championship 2017
This September will see the relaunch of ‘Inner Warrior’ camps – a nationwide campaign by England Rugby to encourage more girls and women to pick up a rugby ball and play the game. But this initiative is taking place against a controversial backdrop – the termination of England Women’s professional contracts, which has stirred growing demands […]
Bring It! That is the catch-cry of organizers of the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2017 tournament, that begins on August 9. By this date, all 12 national sides will have settled into their bases, ready to make their claim for the main prize–the World Cup. And with the focus on growing the game during the […]
The increased focus from both traditional rugby players as well as athletes from other sports, shows how the lure of the Olympic movement in rugby sevens has on sports people. That luster of gold can motivate players to see sevens now as a pathway to higher honours.
With the Aviva Premiership 2017/18 pre-season training in full flow, each of the twelve clubs have been busy recruiting ahead of the new season. Marquee signings, as well as internal club promotions. Knowing this, the 2017/18 season could be the most exciting yet in the championships history. Here is your Aviva club-by-club guide for the new faces joining […]
They came, they saw, they conquered in style as Fiji retains Pacific Nations Cup in Apia, Samoa. It was a very entertaining game in front of a vocal crowd that turned up to witness Fiji turn on the after burners to blitz the hosts away. Fiji walloped the helpless hosts 38-16 with only the boot […]
For the majority, enjoying a rugby game will always be a physical experience. Not as such playing, but in the participation. For fans, it is in the supporting and following a teams efforts that is almost spiritual. And for some, they wish to become even more involved. And as we develop tastes for 21st Century […]
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Warren Gatland has had his say on the Rugby World Cup in France in his recent UK Daily Telegraph article. Wales failed to progress beyond the last eight not because they were outfought and outthought. Rather that there is something wrong with the rules of the game, and how it is played at the highest […]
In a look back, Last Word on Rugby views the Rugby Heroes and Villains for 2023. Not focused entirely on one or the other – balanced in as how the sport of rugby union is a team-based game; as much as for individuals who can shine or be villainised for their contributions. Over the last […]
The 2023 Rugby Canada women’s team might be seen as one of the best years in the national team’s history. There were many highlights for the national team, including playing the Pacific Four Series in the nation’s capital in the summer. 2023 Rugby Canada women’s team: Finished second in the WXV 1 competition Strengths Players […]
Rugby League players are a talented and fearless bunch, so it only stands to reason that amongst them are some unusual hobbies. If you’ve ever wondered what some of the most exciting rugby league players in the world get up to in their spare time, or get up to now that they’ve retired, then we’ve […]
The Champions Cup game of the Stade Français vs Leicester game will take place on Sunday at 12:30 PM ET. This will be the first group-stage game for Stade Français Paris after the Leicester Tigers won on December 10 against the Stormers. While Stade Français lost on the road against the Sale Sharks, it will […]
The two most impressive teams this past week in European Professional Rugby Club (EPRC) competition were perhaps the Harlequin F.C. and the Exeter Chiefs. And in those games, Marcus Smith and Will Joseph were superb in Harlequins’ scintillating win over Racing 92 in Paris. On Saturday afternoon, the Chiefs were equally impressive in downing mighty […]
If you love a stat or fact, then you’ve come to the right place! After the French Top14 Round Nine concludes, LWOS adds to your weekend’s enjoyment. 14 Fun Facts of Top14 Round Nine Larissa Falls continues her series breaking down the names and numbers from Round Nine of the French Top14. Après un énorme combat, […]
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