2015 John I Dent Cup Club Rugby Stampede Round 1 by Sam Irwin

Saturday 21st March, 2015 – ROUND 1 BROUGHT TO YOU BY BRUMBIES RUGBY

JOHN I DENT CUP MATCH OF THE ROUND Wests vs. Royals 3:05pm Kick Off – Radford College

Uni-Norths vs. Easts – Portsea Oval, RMC 3:05pm Queanbeyan vs. Gungahlin – Campese Field, 3:05pm Tuggeranong – Bye

John I Dent Cup Preview: Round 1 Saturday, 21st March 2015 The much anticipated 2015 season kicks off this weekend with some outstanding matches taking place. This season will be contested over 17 rounds for 1st, 2nd & Colts whereas 3rd and 4th Grade will play 14 rounds. All clubs have been working hard in the off and pre season and now the competition is here, clubs will be excited to test what they have been working on in preparation for this year’s John I Dent Cup. Again, Tuggeranong will be the team to beat after securing their 4th consecutive title, however the reaming 6 clubs are all of the belief they can be the ones lifting the John I Dent Cup on August 8th. With that in mind, we can except this season to see some upsets, plenty of champagne rugby, nail biting finishes and of course some outstanding sportsmanship.

MATCH OF THE ROUND: Wests (2014 – 4th) v Royals(2014 – 5th) @ Radford College, Bruce First Grade: 3.05pm, Reserve Grade: 1.40pm, Colts: 12.15pm Previous Result: Wests 30 defeated Royal 19 – RD 8, 2014 The Lions 2014 season saw them scrape into the finals one point clear of Royals before bowing out in disappointing fashion at the hands of Gungahlin. For 2015, Wests will be focusing on defence and consistency and if they can successfully do so, result will come their way and they will be hard to beat. Round 1, Wests have a very impressive back row in Michael Smith, Sean Doyle and Fotu Auelua who will without a doubt cause havoc at the break down. In the backs, Peter Raines will set the platform with both forwards and backs, while fast finishers Jesse Mogg and Drew Southwell will be looking for the ball out wide and with plenty of space. For Royals a couple of poor results throughout the 2014 season cost them a spot in the finals, so this year under new coach Wayne Southwell, Royals will be looking to turn those frustrating results around. An injury to Macdougal Medal runner up Pedro Rolando has given colt Pat Rumble his 1st Grade debut. Pat played for the ACT U20’s this year and will not look out of place this weekend. The forward pack this year will be led by Tyson Tamihere and Jay Cash, while number 8 Steve Sione will be a handful. Veterans Craig McMahon and Tim Cornforth will be the generals for an inexperienced back line, however this will be a great opportunity for these new players to step up and nail down there positions.

Queanbeyan (2014 – Runners up) v Gungahlin (2014 – 3rd) @ Campese Oval, Queanbeyan First Grade: 3:05pm, Reserve Grade: 1:40pm, Colts: 12:15pm Previous Result: Gungahlin 19 defeated Queanbeyan 14 – RD 13, 2014 Queanbeyan kick start their campaign to go one better than 2014 at home against Gungahlin, a team they have had many close encounters with. The Whites have named a very strong outfit blessed with youth and experience. Aiden Kentworthy has made the change from back row to outside centre, last year’s 9 and 10 combination Josh White and Billy Chalker have shifted to be a new 10 & 12 combo. Carl Elliot, Sokai Tai, OJ Noa and Ratu Tagive will turn out for the first time in Queanbeyan colours and will be out to impress. Gungahlin have new coach Dan Atkins at the helm in 2015 and he will be looking to kick start his 1st grade coaching debut with a win. The Eagles this year have lost a number of experienced players, but what that has done is giving players coming through a great chance to show what they have got. Gungahlin have 3 players in the run on side who have been in the ACT 7’s program and will very dangerous in attack. The battle of the backlines will be very exciting this weekend and we can expect plenty of running rugby.

Uni-Norths (2014 – 6th) v Easts (2014 – 7th) @ Portsea Oval, RMC - Duntroon First Grade: 3.05pm, Reserve Grade: 1.40pm Previous Result: Uni-Norths 36 defeated Easts 22 - RD 14, 2014 The Owls were able to turn around a dreadful 2013 season, to secure 5 wins and be the cause of a number of upsets. With that in the mind, Uni-Norths will need to take into this season the belief that they can mix it with the best and be a threat. Uni-Norths have made a number of changes to last year side for round 1 which will see Ray Dobson, Tevita Vahai, Leti tago, Gareth Watts & Lourens De Beer don the Owls kit for the first time. Easts welcome the services of Coach John Ross who will be out to turn around the Easts club in 2015 after an unfortunate 2014. The boys from Griffith will be excited to turn over a new leaf and what better way to do it then against Uni-Norths, a club they have played many of exciting matches against. The Easts Beasts forward pack will be led by Joe Shirely and James Douglas, while the backs will be threating with the likes of Darcy Eason at fly half and fullback Gerhardus Pretorius.

QUEANBEYAN v GUNGAHLIN SATURDAY 21ST MARCH, 2015 Campese Oval KICK OFF – 3:05PM REFEREE – Scot Izod

QUEANBEYAN White & Sky Blue Chris Barbaro Carl Elliott Neori Nadruku Toby Wilson Tai Valeni Sokai Tai Jake Holland OJ Noa Mitch Docuh Josh White Maligi Finau Billy Chalker Aiden Kenworthy Ratu Tagive Jamie Marmont Adam Fahey Glen Stumbles Robert Donnelly

POSITION 1. L/H Prop 2. Hooker 3. T/H Prop 4. Lock 5. Lock 6. BL/S Flanker 7. OP/S 8. Number Flanker 8 9. Scrum Half 10. Fly Half 11. Left Wing 12. I/S Centre 13. O/S Centre 14. Right Wing 15. Fullback Coach Assistant Manager

GUNGAHLIN Black & Red Lachlan Stiab Alex Small Sione Taufui Connor O’Byrne Sam O’Leary Jake Helgerson Mitch Connolly Ratikha Ilolahia Sean Connachie Dan Mannix Andrew Barrell Luke Duffey Jordan Fulival Eremasi Kelei James Lovell Danny Atkins Matthew McGrory

MATCH FACT Both Queanbeyan & Gungahlin were finalist last year, however both teams have had a number of changes to their sides from 2014. Dan Atkins will be coaching Gungahlin for the first after previously coach Yass Rams.

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QUEANBEYAN v GUNGAHLIN SATURDAY 21ST MARCH, 2015 Campese Oval

Reserve Grade: REFEREE:

1:40PM Reece Henshaw

Queanbeyan Tyrone Dargue Jake Gordon Tangi Maine Josh Townsend Tony Tarlinton Daniel Naef Sam Boyton Ryan Jones Ben Pattenden Hamish Ahern Jordan Read Angus Balmaks Doug Lancaster Jordan Tzafiris Anthony Bozzato

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Tim Hawke Troy Atkins Matt Maloney Sean Debenham Rick Rummery

MATCH PREVIEW In round 1 we have a replay of last year’s Preliminary final where Queanbeyan were victorious 24-17. The Whites have been quiet successful in 2nd grade in the last couple of years, finishing as runners up in 2014 and winning the trophy in 2013. Gungahlin’s side has a great amount of experience in it and will be very tough to beat. This match is sure to be a very physical encounter.

Like their 2nd grade side, Queanbeyan have also been very strong in colts, narrowly missing out on the colts title in 2014, losing by 2 points to Vikings. This year there are a number of new faces in Queanbeyan’s side and they will be keen to continue on from the previous year’s success. The Eagles have had a number of trial games in the lead up to round one and will be out to cause a few upsets in 2015. The battle of the packs in the match will be exciting to watch.

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UNI-NORTHS v EASTS Saturday 21st March, 2015 Portsea Oval, RMC KICK OFF – 3:05PM REFEREE – Brett Bowden

UNI-NORTHS Navy, Yellow & Green Raymond Dobson Cuan Hablutzel Allan Alaalatoa Luke Bray Joe Ritchie Nick Jones David Bennett Tevita Vahai Paula Katoa Tom Gilmore Alec Jones Sam Irwin Ieti Tago Gareth Watts Lourens De Beer Joe Hedger Matt Loadsman Hugh Alexander

EASTS POSITION Blue, Red and White 1. L/H Prop Scott Meakins 2. Hooker Ted Goener 3. T/H Prop James Douglas 4. Lock Tatu Parzefall 5. Lock Joseph Shirley 6. BL/S Flanker Ashley Kenny 7. OP/S Jan-Paul Davison 8. Number Flanker 8 James Paul Fenukitau 9. Scrum Half Simon Webber Darcy Eason 10. Fly Half 11. Left Wing Timothy Turner 12. I/S Centre Ben Tuita 13. O/S Centre Seb Lamilla 14. Right Wing Ethan Miller 15. Fullback Gerhardus Pretorius Coach John Ross Assistant Brooke Braiser Manager

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MATCH FACT This is the coaching debut for Easts Coach John Ross. John previously played for the Wallabies, Brumbies and ACT Kookaburras. Brumbies Rugby would also like to thank RMC for the use of their facilities for this fixture.

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UNI-NORTHS v EASTS Saturday 21st March, 2015 Portsea Oval, RMC 2ND GRADE KICK OFF – 1:40PM REFEREE – Owen Keane

UNI-NORTHS Navy, Yellow & Green Bill Yole Tom Read Nicholas Dobbson Angus Judd Peter Curlewis Craig McKillop Matt Bautz Tylor Bunting Bryce Lee Chris Hodgson Aloese Moea’i Fabian Tago Phil Ferreira Semisi Ivarature Jordan Thompson Dave Purser John Cattle Sean Hammond

EASTS Blue, Red and White Junior Afamasaga David Cowan Daniel Messenger Sean Lock Simon Gillett Kane Broadrick Steven McCulloch Angus Paget Pete Ethell Jacob Agelatos Chris Sparke TJ Hooker Songhie Tatipata Ben Steltenpool Lachlan Glenn Alan Girvan Greg Dennis David Cross

MATCH FACT Uni-Norths & Easts had some very close and entertaining matches against each other in 2014. Easts though were the better side both occasions. Expect both sides to come out firing as they look for early competition points

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“SKINS MATCH OF THE ROUND” WESTS v ROYALS SATURDAY 21st March, 2015 Radford College KICK OFF – 3:05PM REFEREE – Brad Dale

WESTS Maroon & Sky Blue James Hounslow Gareth Bautz Ben Coutts Dave McKern Matt Ryan Michael Smith Sean Doyle Fotu Auelua Peter Raines Joe Smellie Rob Buaserua Andrew Parsons Junior Luteru Drew Southwell Jesse Mogg Craig Robberds Jone Tawake Trevor Ellis

ROYALS Royal Blue & White 1. L/H Prop Jay Cash 2. Hooker Michael Andrew-Copsy 3. T/H Prop Joel Penders 4. Lock Hugh Cowan 5. Lock Tyson Tamihere 6. BL/S Flanker Brendan Woodward 7. OP/S Ed Larkin 8. Number Flanker 8 Steve Sioni 9. Scrum Half Pat Rumble Craig McMahon 10. Fly Half 11. Left Wing Tim Johnston 12. I/S Centre Tim Cornforth 13. O/S Centre Luke McCreath 14. Right Wing Chris Russell 15. Fullback Jamie Bodman Coach Wayne Southwell Assistant Joe Kolo Manager

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WESTS v ROYALS SATURDAY 21st MARCH, 2015 Radford College

Reserve Grade: REFEREE: Wests Mitch Lee Liam Bacon Nick Rodriguez Jack Ryan Alex Giucci Semisi Qalova Lionel Hayden Jare Morell Pat Bergmann Seb Lorraway Vatu Qalova Percy McCrone Alex McNamara Luke Morrison Ryley McKay

1:40PM Ben Nelson

Colts Grade: REFEREE:

Royals

Wests

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12:15PM Chad Burnell Royals Faelelei Sione Siuta Tai Marcus Cutler Hugh Swann Eddie Powell Alex Verass Jacob Mann Loia Isileli-Fotu Daniel Bottrell Nick Jervis-Hamilton Bryce Gibson Liam Murphy Liam Simonsson Hayden Egerton Sam Ross

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MATCH PREVIEW Wests and Royals were evenly matches last year, with Wests edging Royals out of finals contention by one competition point. Both sides have a number of colts graduating into the grades this year which will provide the clubs with a good mix of youth and experience. This game will be a tight contest and could go down to the wire. Being round 1, everyone will be excited to finally be on the paddock competition for competition points.

Wests will be looking to improve on last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s results after finishing 6th. With a number of new players and returning players, we can expect the Lions to threaten sides and push for a finals birth. Royals were finalist last year and are aiming to build from that success. Like Wests, Royals also have a number of new and returning players.

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PLAYER OF THE MATCH 2014 Grand Final For 2015 Brumbies Rugby is pleased to again have Compression Garment SKINS supporting ACT’s Premier Division Rugby Competition ‘The John I Dent Cup’. Thanks to SKINS, in Premier Division 1st Grade, the player who is deemed to be the best player on the field during the selected match of the round will be recognised as the ‘SKINS Player of the Match’.

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Congratulations to Dan Penca of the Queanbeyan Whites. Dan was named ‘SKINS Man of the Match’ for his outstanding performance in the 2014 Grand Final. Dan will received a skins prize pack for his efforts.

CLUB RUGBY PHOTOS – 2015 TRIAL GAMES By Nick Guoth

2015 Hahn Super Dry John I Dent Cup Season Launch

The 2015 John I Dent Cup Season Launch took place on Wednesday 18th March at Brumbies HQ. With well over 50 people attending the launch Brumbies CEO Michael Jones welcomed all and stated his excitement for the Club Rugby Season to get under way. The Brumbies contracted players will again be turning out for their respective clubs after a very impressive 2014 season. The implementation of these players to club sides has done wonders for the competition, clubs and the community and is clearly evident with 3 local players signing with the Brumbies for 2015. MC Luke Matthews spoke to all 7 Premier Clubs Representatives about the 2015 season and how clubs are looking. The common theme expressed by all was they were aiming for a finals spots and to play consistent rugby. This season is looking to be very evenly contested across the whole competition with all clubs recruitment and retention being very positive. The competition will now go over 17 rounds compare 14 in 2014. There have 3 changes to 1st grade coaches with Royals, Gungahlin & Easts having new appointments. Good luck to all clubs & all grade in 2015.

ACT Premier Clubs L-R Tom Gilmore (Uni-Norths), Dan Penca (Queanbeyan), Andrew Barrell (Gungahlin) Joe Shirley (Easts) Gareth Clouston (Tuggeranong), Tim Johnston (Royals) & Peter Raines (Wests)

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2014 Grand Final Results Tuggeranong 25 def. Queanbeyan 13 Tuggeranong 26 def. Queanbeyan 18 Tuggeranong 15 def. Queanbeyan 13 Tuggeranong 48 def. Royals 0 Queanbeyan 37 def. Tuggeranong 22 Goulburn 69 def. Cooma 6 Hall 13 def. Goulburn 12 Taralga 32 def. Crookwell 12 Batemans Bay 47 def. Milton 19 Uni-North 27 def. Royals 12

2014 Minor Premiership Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Minor Premiership: Uni-North Owls Second Division Minor Premiership: Taralga Tigers South Coast Minor Premiership: Batemans Bay Boars First Division 1st Grade Minor Premiership: Goulburn Dirty Reds First Division 2nd Grade Minor Premiership: Goulburn Dirty Reds Premier Division 1st Grade Minor Tuggeranong Vikings Premiership: Premier Division 2rd Grade Minor Tuggeranong Vikings Premiership: Premier Division 3rd Grade Minor Tuggeranong Vikings Premiership: Premier Division 4th Grade Minor Tuggeranong Vikings Premiership: Premier Division Colts Minor Premiership: Tuggeranong Vikings Monaro Club Championship: Goulburn Dirty Reds Club Championship, The Turner Cup: Tuggeranong Vikings

2015 Australian National u20’s Championships Congratulations to the following ACT U20’s Players who have been selected in the Australian Barbarians Side to compete at the National U20’s Championships.           

Harrison Lloyd – Western Districts Connal McInerney – Tuggeranong Tyrel Lomax – Tuggeranong Callum Smith – Tuggeranong Brodie Leber – Western Districts Dean Parragalli – Royals Joel Brown – Easts Jordan Jackson-Hope – Tuggeranong Keith Morgan – Queanbeyan Jamie Kotz – Gungahlin Harry Burey – Royals

These boys were originally selected in the ACT U20’s team which competed in the Southern States Championships before gaining selection in the Barbarians side. The Australian Barbarians side is made up players from ACT, WA, SA, NSW Country, QLD Country, TAS, VIC & NT. This is an amazing effort for our region and testament to the Brumbies U20’s program and pathway. The 2015 National U20’s Championship are being held in Canberra at Viking Park with matches taking place from Thursday 19th March until 25th March. The teams competing will be NSW, QLD & the Australian Barbarians. Tong and Fiji have also been invited to take part in the tournament. The Australian Barbarians played Tonga on Thursday where they won a close encounter 4036. The remaining fixtures for the Championship are; Saturday 21st March - QLD v Aust Barbarians, 1pm Viking Park - NSW v Tonga, 3:15pm Viking Park Monday 23rd March - NSW v Aust Barbarians, 1pm Viking Park - QLD v Tonga, 3:15pm Viking Park Wednesday 25th March - Fiji v Aust Barbarians, 1pm Viking Park - QLD v NSW, 3:15pm Viking Park

Expectations of Behaviour Guidelines The Expectations of Behaviour Guidelines are a simple outline for parents, teachers, coaches and players to ensure everyone is given the opportunity to enjoy the game to the maximum level. Rugby has always been a game that prides itself on fair play and enjoyment for all, so please adhere to these guidelines to ensure this continues. For further information, please go to www.rugby.com.au/communityrugby These guidelines have been developed to: - Maintain the elements of enjoyment and satisfaction in Rugby; - Make adults aware that young people play to satisfy themselves and not necessarily to satisfy adults or members of their own peer group; - Improve the physical fitness of youth by encouraging participation in Rugby by making it attractive, safe and enjoyable for all young people; and - Constantly remind administrators, coaches, teachers, referees and parents that Rugby must be administered, taught and provided, for the good of those young people who wish to play the game. It is their game. Players -

Play for enjoyment, not just to please your parents, teacher or coach. Play by the laws of the game. Never argue with the referee’s decision. Let your captain or coach ask any necessary questions. Control your temper – no ‘mouthing off’. Work equally hard for yourself and for your team. Your team’s performance will benefit and so will your own. Be a good sport. Applaud all the good play, whether it is done by your team or your opponent. Shake hands with all of the opposing team at the conclusion of the match, and clap them off in the spirit of good sportsmanship. Treat all players as you yourself would like to be treated. Do not interfere with, bully or take advantage of any player. Treat everyone equally regardless of sex, disability, ethnic origin or religion. Remember that the goals of the game are - to have fun, improve your skills and feel good. Co-operate with your coach, teacher, team mates, referee and opponents, for without them you do not have a game.

Parents/Spectators - Remember that young people are involved in Rugby for their enjoyment, not yours. - Encourage your children to play by the laws. - Teach young people that honest effort is as important as victory so that the result of each game is accepted without undue disappointment. - Remember that young people learn best by example. Applaud good play from both teams. - Do not publicly question the referee’s judgement and never his/her honesty. - Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from the game. - Recognise the importance of volunteer coaches, teachers and referees. They give their time and resources to provide a game for young participants. Coaches/Teachers -

Be reasonable in your demands on the young player’s time, energy and enthusiasm. Teach your players the laws of the game and for them to play within the laws. Ensure that all players get a game. The ‘just average’ players need and deserve equal time. Remember that young people play for fun and enjoyment and that winning is only a part of it. Never ridicule the players for making errors or losing a game. Be professional and accept responsibilities for your actions. Display high standards in language, behaviour, manner, dress, punctuality and preparation. Develop team respect for the ability of opponents, as well as the judgement of referees and opposing coaches. Discourage excessive talk on the field. Insist on a disciplined approach by the players.

NEXT FIXTURES Saturday 28th March PREMIER DIVISION Round 2 (All Grades) Gungahlin Queanbeyan Wests Uni-Norths

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Easts Royals Tuggeranong Bye

Burgmann College Campese Radford College

FIRST DIVISION Monaro Pre Season Carnival @ ADFA & RMC