20Th May 2017 Round 10
20th May 2017 Round 10 SEASON TOTAL 1 Josh Ioane TEAM 1 14 2 Josh Renton 11 3 Josh Walden 11 4 Leroy Van Dam 9 5 Jona Nareki 9 6 Chucky Koroi 8 7 Ryan Hammer 8 8 Jared Williams 7 9 Tom Rowe 7 ROUND 10, May 20 2017 University of Otago Oval, 2.45pm UNIVERSITY TAIERI University and Taieri clash in Round 10 action, with the two teams entering the game in a ‘must win’ mind-set. University are winless in 4 (3 losses and a draw), whilst after a slow start Taieri are on a mini resurgence and are undefeated since 29th April. Key Clash: The forward pack battle is set to be decisive with a wet, cold day predicted. University will look to set the platform with Ricky Jackson, Angus Williams & Jack Sherratt, whilst Taieri will answer back with the likes of Josh Reid, Brendon Murdoch and Vinnie O’Connell. In the battle of the backs, Fletcher Smith makes a timely return for University and will take his place at Fullback. For Taieri rising star Matt Whangaa returns to the heart of the midfield, after a lengthy injury stint. Whangaa made his return via the Colts last week and after getting through 15mins, including scoring two tries has been elevated to the Premier side. Players to Watch: Taylor Haugh (University) one of many young guns in the University side, Haugh is an exceptional attacking threat including speed (1.57sec over 10m – Otago record) and agility. He has popped up at first five, wing and fullback this year, so don’t be surprised if Haugh roams on Saturday.
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