Another Fine Mess, Three ways to plug the financial gap for the Welsh Regions.
Welsh Regional Rugby was recovering from some news which sent seismic waves through the Celtic nations this week. The Southern Kings, who have struggled since their inception into the competition announced that they do not intend to compete in the 2020-2021 season. Due to the impact of the Covid 19 pandemic on international travel, this situation has also stopped the Cheetahs from being able to … Continue reading Another Fine Mess, Three ways to plug the financial gap for the Welsh Regions.
Finally, some Rugby content.
Whilst teams in the UK have tentatively returned to training and sought to find a way through the huge financial implications of the lockdown, competitive Rugby still seems to be a long way off. Fortunately there has been some action in the southern hemisphere in New Zealand where Super Rugby Aotearoa has seen the Kiwi sides clash in front of unrestricted crowds, which seems like … Continue reading Finally, some Rugby content.
Mock Draft 2.0 Rounds 4-7
Round Four pick 118 Markus Bailey- PurdueOnly available in round four due to him having a season ending knee injury last September. Bailey is an all action linebacker who has the ability to blitz through the defensive line and sack the quarterback. Alexander Johnson broke through with the Broncos last season but I would like to see another dynamic player join the linebacker depth chart. … Continue reading Mock Draft 2.0 Rounds 4-7
Mock Draft 2.0 Rounds 1-3
As we approach the most unique Draft of the 21st century where lots of players have had pro days cancelled and team visits and interviews have been scaled down to Zoom conference calls due to the current global Covid 19 situation. The Broncos have two main areas of need, Left Tackle where Garrett Bolles has run out of chances and Wide Receiver as a higher … Continue reading Mock Draft 2.0 Rounds 1-3
Broncos Mock Draft 2.0- Free agency round up.
Whilst there are certainly more significant things going on in the World at the moment, the 2020 NFL draft is a welcome distraction for Football fans around the globe who are locked down safe at home.I have spent a lot of time looking at the Broncos draft prospects since my Mock Draft 1.0. John Elway has had a productive Free agency as he has made … Continue reading Broncos Mock Draft 2.0- Free agency round up.
Very premature Lions team.
Having seen Andy Howells selection via Wales online I’ve decided to pick a lions team that I would like to see play against South Africa next year. I’ll be including players who are currently injured as well as players who have been in form recently. 15 Liam Williams- Started all three tests in New Zealand in 2017 and looks set to be the test Full … Continue reading Very premature Lions team.
Wales squad review: conclusion.
Aaron wainwright- A whirlwind 18 months has caught up with the ex Cardiff city academy player. Wainwright has looked a little bit off his best and will also benefit from a rest to see him continue his progress. Gatland has labelled him as a potential lion next year due to his immense talent.Owen Watkin- Has not featured due to him returning to fitness halfway through … Continue reading Wales squad review: conclusion.
Wales squad review: M-T
My review of the Wales squads performances continues here. Ross Moriarty- Has been playing back in his favoured position of blindside flanker this year and it is no coincidence that he has played his best Rugby for a few years for Wales. He has managed to stay healthy and is looking to continue to perform in his usual physical manner. It is not clear where … Continue reading Wales squad review: M-T
Wales Squad review: A-L
Wales squad review.As the Six Nations has been halted due to the public health concerns associated with Covid 19, Wales finish the winter with one win under their belts and a series of regrets from games against Ireland, France and England. How did each individual perform and what does the future hold for the players who didn’t see any action? So in Alphabetical order of … Continue reading Wales Squad review: A-L
Wales Squad watch.
With the Six Nations taking its second week off, a number of the Wales squad were released back to the regions/ clubs for game time. These are my key performers in the fallow week. Positives-Taine Basham- The 20 year old was at his barnstorming best against the cheetahs on Saturday night on a quagmire of a pitch. Basham formed part of a quality back row … Continue reading Wales Squad watch.