Wallabies are where the All Blacks were in 2007 – it’s time to look in the mirror or risk more embarrassment

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PARIS – Eddie Jones, more than likely, will depart the Wallabies over the next six weeks. Most will say au revoir and be happy for him never to return. Not just to the Wallabies, but Australia. Cancel his passport and charge him with treason. What will it achieve? Not a lot, other than satisfying the […]

Why is England’s ‘Bazball’ war cry missing from their disastrous World Cup campaign?

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With England’s World Cup defence all over, bar a major miracle, you would have thought that they would have brought out all stops to try and stop the rot. They do have a secret weapon, after all. You know, that highly scientific, revolutionary, all-conquering Bazball palaver! It kind of worked during the Ashes; even though […]

Las Vegas gamble a high-risk, low-reward play by NRL … the US couldn’t care less about your funny little game

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The blinding lights of Las Vegas have a reputation for attracting optimists and making them paupers.  All dem fancy attractions along the Vegas Strip, the otherwordly glitz at the casinos, the free drinks and discounted all-you-can-eat buffets come from the pockets of those who think they can come to Sin City and hit the jackpot.  […]

Is the Rugby Schools system still as relevant as the days of old – or is it in need of a serious overhaul?

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Here is an interesting conundrum, which may ultimately lead us to question the whole structure of the current Australian Schools Rugby Union organisation, and potentially assist them in examining their role in the overall scheme of the game. Why have we put up with a program that does not work for so long? I mean, for example, […]

Can the Matildas’ continued sell-outs prove the genius behind Ange Postecoglou’s drive for change in Australian football?

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Ange Postecoglou’s recent statements about Australian soccer and the Matildas’ success are not just bleak predictions; they are a brilliant call to action. In his unique way, he has ingeniously spotlighted the challenges and opportunities that lie before us, and it is time to recognise his genius in driving much-needed change. I cannot help but […]