This weekend kicks off the 2010 Six Nations Championship with a strong Irish team looking to defend their Grand Slam from last year, with England, Scotland, Wales and France eager to dethrone them.
Saturday, January 23, 2010
I think it was around the time of the 1995 World Cup that I started following rugby and looking for it on TV. At that time in Canada, I remember a 2-hour show that came on once a week (sometimes, at least) with a few highlights from the semi-pro teams and one test match shown [...]
Monday, April 20, 2009
We've waited until the very last minute (the official squad is announced in less than 24 hours) so that we can claim to be the final Lions predictions for the 2009 Tour. Enjoy!
Monday, March 23, 2009
While I am overjoyed and still amazed with Ireland’s victory over Wales to capture the 6 Nations title, Grand Slam and Triple Crown, I am even more amazed that the Grand Slam has eluded Ireland for 61 years. One would think the words “61 years since a grand slam” would be more fitting for Italy [...]
Sunday, March 1, 2009
If England are being more closely watched by the referees (and the fact that the Welsh were not penalized as severely as the English supports this notion) I think this is completely appropriate. The onus is then on the team to keep a good ‘reputation’ by respecting the laws.
Thursday, February 4, 2010
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