28 September, 2011
After threatening to boycott the Rugby World Cup 2015 because of sponsorship concerns is there the possibility of a rebel competition similar to Kerry Packer's World Series Cricket which revolutionised the sport. Scott Donaldson looks at the options.
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Submitted by: Scott Donaldson | Categories: Sport, Rugby, Cricket
29 August, 2011
A series of images of Eden Park and the impact of RWC 2011 preparations on suburban Mnt Eden.Auckland NZ.
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Submitted by: Paul Gilbert | Categories: Photographs, Rugby
24 August, 2011
There are plenty of familiar faces named in the 20 Rugby World Cup 2011 squads. Scott Donaldson looks at the kiwi influence on the tournament.
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Submitted by: Scott Donaldson | Categories: Rugby, Sport
11 August, 2011
The debacle over the price Adidas All Black jerseys heading into the Rugby World Cup has given All Blacks fans something to complain about, but if this is their biggest worry, then they are lucky. Scott Donaldson investigates.
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Submitted by: Scott Donaldson | Categories: Rugby, Sport
11 June, 2011
Are the Highlanders really any better than previous seasons? Scott Donaldson looks at how they are doing this year compared with previous seasons in recent times.
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Submitted by: Scott Donaldson | Categories: Rugby, Sport, Opinion
11 June, 2011
Scott Donaldson looks at reasons why people do and don't attend Super Rugby 2011 matches.
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Submitted by: Scott Donaldson | Categories: Rugby, Sport, Opinion
07 June, 2011
Let's not beat about the bush here. Our government is likely to borrow NZ$20 billion or the equivalent of 10% of GDP this year. It is cracking down on all sorts of spending. So why are we subsidising a bunch of sports bureaucrats?
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Submitted by: Bernard Hickey | Categories: Economy, Rugby
27 May, 2011
The decision to change the Highlanders uniform from the traditional blue, gold and maroon to light green show a movement away from the amateur traditions towards professionalism. Scott Donaldson looks at the widening gap.
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Submitted by: Scott Donaldson | Categories: Rugby, Sport, Opinion
03 May, 2011
The All Black selectors have plenty of options for their Rugby World Cup squad in the locking department, but plenty will depend on injuries. Scott Donaldson looks at the options.
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Submitted by: Scott Donaldson | Categories: Rugby, Opinion
14 April, 2011
The All Black selectors have their work cut out for them to try and fit in some great Super Rugby fullbacks into the All Black squad for the internationals, Tri Nations and the Rugby World Cup. Scott Donaldson looks at the options.
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Submitted by: Scott Donaldson | Categories: Rugby, Sport
05 April, 2011
Scott Donaldson looks at the available options as backup for Daniel Carter in the Number 10 All Blacks jersey. There are plenty of options, but who will the selectors pick?
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Submitted by: Scott Donaldson | Categories: Sport, Rugby, Opinion, Tips/Advice, Viewpoints
01 April, 2011
With the Rugby World Cup just around the corner it is difficult to know who will replace captain Richie McCaw if the unthinkable happens and he gets injured. Scott Donaldson looks at the options available to All Black selectors.
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Submitted by: Scott Donaldson | Categories: Rugby, Sport, Opinion
18 March, 2011
The new Crusaders midfield of Sonny Bill Williams and Robbie Fruean are on fire, but will the All Black selectors pick them ahead of the established combination of Ma'a Nonu and Conrad Smith? Scott Donaldson looks at the dilemma.
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Submitted by: Scott Donaldson | Categories: Rugby, Sport
08 March, 2011
About half the ITM Cup teams posted deficits last year, is it still viable to run the competition that seems to captivate the heartland of New Zealand? Scott Donaldson asks the questions.
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Submitted by: Scott Donaldson | Categories: Rugby, Sport
15 November, 2010
England's recent win over the Wallabies has been a breath of fresh air for the game of rugby. Both the actual victory and the exciting way this was achieved now means there is another contender to challenge the Southern Hemisphere strangehold on rugby. Scotty Donaldson looks at the impact of this win and why it is great for the game.
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Submitted by: Scott Donaldson | Categories: Rugby, Opinion, Viewpoints, Columns, Reviews, Tips/Advice, Rugby
15 November, 2010
England's recent win over the Wallabies has been a breath of fresh air for the game of rugby. Both the actual victory and the exciting way this was achieved now means there is another contender to challenge the Southern Hemisphere strangehold on rugby. Scotty Donaldson looks at the impact of this win and why it is great for the game.
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Submitted by: Scott Donaldson | Categories: Rugby, Opinion, Viewpoints, Columns, Reviews, Tips/Advice, Rugby
04 November, 2010
A recent incident in the Tour of Southland left people wondering if the practice of displaying sportsmanship and etiquette in the heat of competition is still relevant these days. Scott Donaldson suggests that nice guys get walked over too much with poor refereeing decisions and usually finish last so need to make the most of opportunities that present themselves.
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Submitted by: Scott Donaldson | Categories: Sport, Viewpoints, Rugby, Winter
04 October, 2010
The star studded Canterbury side with Sonny Bill Williams go down to Invercargill to flex their muscles and take back the Ranfurly Shield. But can the traditional province which has showed the country how to love rugby again, stand strong in defiance?
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Submitted by: Scott Donaldson | Categories: Rugby, Regions
14 July, 2010
A look at the arguments for and against adding a second referee to the rugby field and how it might work.
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Submitted by: Hamish McBrearty | Categories: Rugby, Viewpoints, Rugby
14 July, 2010
A look at the arguments for and against adding a second referee to the rugby field and how it might work.
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Submitted by: Hamish McBrearty | Categories: Rugby, Viewpoints, Rugby
28 February, 2010
Forty five years ago the South African Springboks toured New Zealand. The son of one of those players contacted Hadyn Green asking for help. Both of them ended up with a lot more than they expected.
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Submitted by: Hadyn Green | Categories: Rugby, Features
