RHS RUGBY

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I S S U E 3 6 : 5 JUNE 2013

PRESS CUP Saturday 1 June 2013 RHS 1st XV vs St. Andrew’s College, Southbrook Park

Following a disappointing performance against Christ’s College the preparation for this game was good and players responded well to the pressure put on them by the coaching team.

This was a must win game for both sides and it was the home side that got off to the better start. Early pressure didn’t result in points and St Andrew’s showed their ability to score from long range following an excellent break by dynamic first five Martini Talapusi. Repeated infringements resulted in St Andrew’s having a player in the sin bin for ten minutes although Rangiora were only able to add 3 points during this period. A converted try to each side with Rangiora’s Makea Tupa scoring the first of his two tries (converted by Scott Allin) leaving the score 10-12 at the halftime break.

The second half was equally tight with St Andrew’s threatening with a strong running game but Rangiora were up to it defensively and defended their line impressively. Rangiora’s backline finally put together a sweeping play with fullback Cameron Millward breaking on the outside and putting winger Louis Hermann-Watt into space from which he sprinted into score. St Andrews responded soon after to regain the lead and at 17-19 it was anyones game. The Rangiora forward pack were enjoying themselves by this stage and determined to get on top of their opposition drove from a lineout for Makea Tupa to dot down for his second. A pressure conversion was calmly slotted by first five Scott Allin and going into the final 10 minutes it was Rangiora ahead by the narrow margin of 22-19.

St Andrew’s then threw everything at Rangiora and were unlucky not to score. Held up over the line and frustratingly close it was ultimately the Rangiora defence that would determine the final result. A tackle turnover gave possession back to Rangiora and play moved to the other end of the field where St Andrew’s gave away a penalty from which captain Brandon Wentworth took a quick tap and burrowed his way over for the final try.

FMG Player of the Day went to Makea Tupa (in action above) who was outstanding throughout.

The Principal’s Pin was awarded to Tom Taylor for his excellent work on and off the field throughout the week.

Every player involved stepped and played to their potential today. They worked well as a team and deserved to come away with the victory. Captain Brandon Wentworth worked tirelessly through the week to build his team up for the game and backed this up with an outstanding performance on the field.

‘This is a big result as the boys now know they can play to this standard and win. More importantly it gives them first-hand experience of what it takes to win rugby games at this level. They were all exhausted at the end and had put everything into this game. The next challenge is to maintain the standard for next Saturday s game against Shirley Boys.’

Final Score: RHS 29 St Andrew’s College 19

Next Game: vs Shirley Boys , kick-off 1.15pm@ Mandeville

RHS Rugby is extremely grateful to NZ Community Trust for their recent grant of $4000 towards regulation goal posts for the main rugby field at the school. We also acknowledge, and urge you to support, The Brook Hotel, Southbrook, who are a NZCT gaming venue.

MIDWEEK RUGBY

If you missed this last week, here’s a great link to some Rugby-specific nutrition information. http://www.mish.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/RUGBY-small.pdf

2nd XV Pool A Played Won Lost Drawn For Against Bonus Points ELLESMERE- LINCOLN 2 2 0 0 76 24 2 10 ST. THOMAS' (STC) 2 2 0 0 51 38 2 10 KAIAPOI 1 1 1 0 45 22 2 6 RANGIORA 1 1 0 0 43 5 1 5 BURNSIDE 2 1 1 0 53 34 1 5 CASHMERE 2 1 1 0 63 54 1 5 RICCARTON 2 0 2 0 30 88 1 1 MIDDLETON 1 0 1 0 5 41 0 0

CATHEDRAL 2 0 2 0 12 72 0 0

In a tradition much anticipated by the boys, Head of Sport and DP Mr Hays shouted pizza for the 2nd XV after their win against Riccarton last Wednesday 29th.

JUNIOR BOYS

Played Won Lost Drawn For Against Bonus Points LINCOLN 2 2 0 0 78 26 2 10 SUBURBS- HORNBY 2 2 0 0 87 17 2 10 RANGIORA GOLD 2 1 1 0 77 63 2 6 RANGIORA GREEN 1 1 0 0 24 10 1 5 RICCARTON 2 1 1 0 37 53 1 5 AREA SCHOOLS 2 1 1 0 83 36 1 5 DARFIELD 2 0 2 0 22 83 0 0 ELLESMERE 2 0 2 0 10 49 0 0 CASHMERE 1 0 1 0 5 76 0 0

GIRLS Their opposition defaulted last week. No up to date table available.

RHS 1st XV DINNER AND AUCTION – Saturday 25th May 2013

The boys finish preparing the tables (above)

A team shot in the blazers before guests arrive (right)

Guest speaker ex-All Black Jock Ross with Principal Peggy Burrows, Sam Brakenridge and his auctioned painting, Deputy Principals Julia Malcolm and Brian Hays (left)

A huge thanks to the following local and national businesses who supported the evening:

Mt Grey Cheeses Interislander

Chillingworth Road Café Cook School and Restaurant, Rangiora High School Ohoka Primary School and Hall, Barb Lucas and the caretaker Paul Rangiora Lodge Motels and Sally and Max Bateup Ohoka Rugby Club PushBikes Rangiora HiNK and Katrina Wentworth Ice Trampoline and Vicki and Nigel Humphries Spitroast.com NZ Sotheby’s Miles Toyota Muri Beach Lodge Tuahiwi Organic Vegetables and the Ashwell family Rangiora New World, Robin Brown and David Drysdale Hanmer Holiday Homes Kaiapoi Workingmens Club and Lynette Brougham Chris England Woodpecker Furniture John Powell Guest speaker Jock and Christine Ross MC Kieran Atkinson, MORE FM Brent and Linda Rollo Fiona and Brian Brakenridge Colin Macintosh Suzanne and Greg Salton Sam Brakenridge Richard and Kerry Lines Nikki and Trevor Jones Jeremy Black – the techno whizz Greta Lines Harriet Bachelor

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RHS 1 XV Player Profile: Makea Tupa

Name Makea Tupa (Sam’s brother from another mother) Year 13 House Rutherford Preferred Position Prop Previous Club Tupapa Panthers Richie McCaw - he's a great leader on and off the field, he is someone that is needed on the field as Rugby player you admire & why he never gives up. Always gives more than 100% Most memorable Rugby moment Beating StAC on Saturday Hangi, corned beef and taro Favourite Food Anything cruisey, R&B and rap Favourite music Touch rugby, hanging with friends Other sports/interests