iamjonnyking - Part 2

Cricket: #NZvSA – One and Done.

February 18/12

And, won and done.

Don’t expect a long list of reflections, as this was the first interaction between the sides, and it was in the format that offers the most frivolity in a cricketing occasion.

Nevertheless, as steady as she goes, it was a solid performance from this Blackcaps unit, who looked tuned in for the battle. The Proteas looked a little asleep in the fight, with only a momentary arousal for the interaction. One senses they will come out contest hardened on Sunday.

Put your Donald on that. [Read more...]

#supeRUG 2012 Preview: The Crusaders

February 17/12

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The more this tournament has changed over the years, the more it has stayed the same for this “Supe” southern franchise, in New Zealand.

Excitement was building as 2011 was underway in a year that would promise so much, on and off the field, in a New Zealand rugby world. Week one in that SupeSeason offered a taste, even as the initial disappointment after a Rene Ranger of Danger-inspired Blues team in Eden, quickly faded south. Leading by 16 points, one did not expect ‘that’ from this storied franchise, but it would become a small deal, for a very brief time. [Read more...]

CRICKET: Fire and Brimstone from the Republic?

February 13/12

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It should come as no surprise that when presented with the latter weeks of February, which continue into March, we the sporting public will come expecting confrontations between numerous combatants from the lands of New Zealand and those sent forth out of the Republic.

This perspective is based on where we have recently been and what we know, as our expectations become ripe and ready for another season of…

Cricket [raised intonation for effect]? [Read more...]

#RUGcam: Happy Valentine’s Day!

February 13/12

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I did want to get in early, so you wouldn’t miss out late.

When you care but can’t be there.

Just joshing, and very second-hand. [Read more...]

#supeRUG: Let Us Begin

February 13/12

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This will be the last week where we have no actual #supeRUG.

If that sounds too surreal to be true, in a New Zealand sporting world, having the Proteas just arrive to begin a fully fledged and functioning cricket tour, just adds to the sporting carnival caught in a crossover. Now if we could only convince the weather that summer is indeed the season to be had.

No need to be so consumed by the encounters, as we will do our best to cover the field, like a McCawesome – Always early, never late, perpetually onside. [Read more...]

#SEVENS: Leaving Las Vegas

February 13/12

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The Sevens circuit and series just cross the rump of their week, as Tournament five of nine, was completed in Las Vegas.

Sevens may not be rugby heaven, but it’s profile and impact is getting some inside support from those in high places.

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VIDEO: The Final Moments at Eden Park Before Leaving RWC2011 for the Last Time!

February 10/12

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It was a surreal time, experience, vibe, and communal celebration of a time we will likely never experience again in our lives.

It a real respect, it is sad to confess this reality.

At the time, I wanted to stay right until the end, soak up as much as possible, and memorialise this for the rest of my life.

You felt a strong sense of nostalgia in the moments before walking away. You knew that it would never feel the same. As great as this time had been in New Zealand; it was now over. We had won, and it was time to party, but many felt like rest, after a war where the final 20mins would be tweeted as torment on the night. [Read more...]

#RUGcam – VIDEO – Ire v Wales & the Ferris that was Wayned!

February 8/12

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You were warned about the potency in the Hashtag, and we are about to show you, just one facet of this, in action.

#RUGcam

While this is Not #supeRUG, the final match in this weekend’s, Six Nations, came down to a call from your friend, and mine, Wayne “Don’t mention Cardiff” Barnes.

Now for the action. [Read more...]

#RUGcam – For some #supeRUG Fun in the Sun

February 7/12

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Now that we have established the raison d’etre for the new and improved #supeRUG Hashtag for this year’s Super season of rugby, we had an idea that we must share.

#RUGcam

Yes, the all-purpose tag to accompany the many images in all of rugby, and as it relates to the rugby before us, #supeRUG on and off the field of play.

Let us explain and exemplify.

However, before we arrive, let us represent one in a New Zealand ambassadorial context that had the embodiment of swag – I did utter that word – for #RUGcam. Few had it in spades like Big Mex.

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