Hey Guys,

Game Vs Blue Mtns
Some commentators might call it finding form but we all know it was really just a return to Convicts rugby as we know it. The debacle of last weeks scrape home a distant memory, we blew away a few early minute cobwebs to notch a strong 32-3 win against Blue Mountains.

In fact it was the Mountains Boys that snatched an early lead through a penalty goal after realising they had little chance of crossing our line, despite early field position and pressure. That was about all they were to see of our defence zone throughout the match with an overall strong performance. Big Girl’s storming runs led to the first try and handed us the ascendancy, along with super centre Jayson Down with strong running of his own… Clearly the… fullest figured centre pairing in Convicts history.

With Chris M and Junrey holding the backline intact beautifully and a standout performance with boot and running from Josh that we’ve come to expect, a depleted backline led well by Mala and Smurf got it together, well done boys.

Not to be outdone however, the forwards get in the action losing only one lineout all game (most on opposition throw) and dominating the scrum. The old pins on Charlie were called into action with 3 massive runs, and 3 tries of the 6 to forwards. Good work from Kev, Billy and the ever present Gump made sure this was a well rounded team performance, and how could we forget the return of Andy T and super Aki!!!

All fluff and bubble aside, this game was not without some tactical, technical and organisational issues, plenty of stuff to work on come Thursday nights training. As the masses return from overseas, injury, and more general recovery, this shapes up as an exciting finish to the season. Competition for spots, playing with new team mates and embracing the more simplistic fun of rugby and Saturdays with the boys away from the pressure cooker of Bingham is set to ignite the end of this year.

Skipping away at the top of the table sees us well placed to rake in our second piece of silverware for the year. Bring it on boys, see you Thursday

Fitness Training ON
Guys, fitness is always crucial and Sam Marian and Jono Davey will continue to take fitness tonight.
7PM at Rushcutters Bay. Get on down and keep fit

Training this Thursday of course at Colleagues - 6:30PM.

Game this Saturday
The game this Saturday will be against the second place team on the Halligan Table - Colleagues. Therefore it will be a home game and probably around midday - exact details TBC at training on Thu.

Tri- Nations
Saturday 24th the Wallabies Tri-nations start. Over the next month or so we will be watching the games at Bar Cleveland. The first Wallabies game is on the same night as Bronnie’s 40th so organise as you need. Paulie will send out reminder emails closer to the time.

Dates to keep free:
There will also be a final Back to Convicts day on our last home game which will include team + club pics & BBQ - date TBC
End of season trip - TBC but we are in discussions with the Chargers and possibly the first weekend of September
End of Season Dinner - TBC confirmed but probably Saturday 18th or 25th October
AGM - TBC probably Sunday 21st November

Sydney Convicts Documentary
You may remember Dirk (German guy) who was making a documentary on the club. He has finished the documentary but it hasn’t yet been released but below is a link to the YouTube trailer. I’ve been lucky enough to see the fantastic final version of which there is a couple of copies in the club.

Check out the trailer http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xb4bNHcgM-M

Cheers,

Charlie