tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-47720702095924155022024-03-05T15:48:55.272-08:00Rugby ClassifiedsCurtishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14401574887216444999noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4772070209592415502.post-56876812593480006242017-03-09T11:05:00.000-08:002017-03-12T11:00:38.655-07:00Welcome To Rugby Classifieds!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Curtishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14401574887216444999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4772070209592415502.post-78889759737071936482017-03-07T10:59:00.000-08:002017-03-12T11:03:37.882-07:00Berkeley All Blues Coach Search – WPL Season Fall 2017<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
The Berkeley All Blues Women’s Rugby Club is currently seeking a Head Coach for our WPL season beginning mid-August through Women’s Premier League Nationals in mid-November 2017. The ideal candidate is committed to working with elite, senior-level female athletes to build and maintain a championship-level team.<br />
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<b>The Team</b><br />
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Founded in 1978, the Berkeley All Blues are one of the country’s top women’s rugby teams. The Club has won a combined total of 15 National Championships in both 15’s and 7’s rugby. The All Blues team consists of approximately 40 women dedicated to the Club and the sport of rugby. The Club welcomes athletes of all levels and current players range from elite to novice in experience. The Club currently participates in a competitive WPL season, a competitive and developmental 7s season, and a developmental D2 season. Several players regularly compete on the Women’s National Team. The emphasis of fall season is to compete at the highest level in the Women’s Premier League with the aim to secure another National Championship.<br />
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<b>Key Responsibilities</b><br />
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· Attending all home and away matches for WPL and B Side, and Nationals (mid-November; Tempe, AZ).<br />
· Evaluation of all members of the Team and determination of rosters for both a competitive Women’s Premiership League team (“WPL Side”) and a developmental team (“B Side”).<br />
· Development and refinement of game strategies for all league and non-league matches for both WPL Side and B Side teams.<br />
· Organization and running of all official practices for both WPL Side and B Side teams.<br />
· Coordination and communication with Team-selected captains for both WPL Side and B Side teams.<br />
· Providing effective feedback to individuals and the Team for maximal player and Team performance and development.<br />
· Assistance with selection and mentorship of assistant coaching staff.<br />
· Assistance upholding and enforcing Club policies set by the Club’s Executive Board.<br />
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<b>Schedule</b><br />
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Practices are held twice weekly on Tuesday and Thursday evenings in Berkeley, California. We aim to field both WPL Side and B-side squads for all matches, as numbers allow. Match schedule for the fall is not yet available. There will be approximately four away and four home matches this fall, plus the National Championship in Tempe, AZ.<br />
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<b>Qualifications and Additional Information</b><br />
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Previous playing and coaching experience is required; specific experience coaching women is preferred but not necessary. Compensation is negotiable and commensurate with experience. This is not a full-time position. Unfortunately, the Club is unable to provide visa assistance. Travel expenses to away matches will be paid by the Club.<br />
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<b>To Apply</b><br />
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Please submit a coaching resume as well as a brief statement of coaching philosophy to<br />
<a href="mailto:allbluespresident@gmail.com">allbluespresident@gmail.com</a>. It is strongly <b>encouraged to apply by Friday, April 7th 2017 </b>as applications will be considered on a rolling basis. For additional information about the Berkeley All Blues, please visit the club’s website at <a href="http://www.berkeleyallblues.com/">www.berkeleyallblues.com</a>.</div>
Curtishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14401574887216444999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4772070209592415502.post-12431458980386989022014-12-16T16:24:00.000-08:002016-02-29T16:25:07.648-08:00Player Exchange Wanted<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
The Wollongbar Alstonville Rugby Club located on the beautiful far north coast of NSW Australia, the home of the best beaches and lifestyle in Australia, has vacancies in our overseas playing roster for front rowers and 2nd Rowers. Our club won the Far North Coast 1st grade premiership in 2014 and 2015, and was named the FNC Club of the year. We will provide employment, help with accomodation a will be a fully sponsored club player (no fees) get all player being its. Our club has 3 seabirds teams and juniors from under 9s to 18s. The Wollongbar Pioneers are renowned for been a social and friendly club, we have a great coaching staff providing the coaching and fitness programme in FNC competition. Contact howarda1@bigpond.com if you are interested. We are interested in forming a player exchange programme with a US club. Thank you.</div>
Curtishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14401574887216444999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4772070209592415502.post-72957806246894877642014-07-21T06:00:00.000-07:002014-07-21T14:44:31.194-07:00Coaching Bio: J. Theo Bennett<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
I have coached a varied range of rugby players in ability and performance level. Throughout this contact I have maintained a professional approach to every situation with the purposed of bringing out the best in players. I have a very strong connection to my cultural roots of rugby from New Zealand this further connects my relationship with players and what it takes to develop as a player in today's conditions.<br />
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My ultimate goal is to coach the highest level of rugby possible, remain innovative and challenge the boundaries of the game where appropriate. I have no hesitation that I can contribute to a rugby organization in the areas of long term development for positive outcomes on and off the field.<br />
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<b>DOB:</b> Sept. 1, 1972<br />
<b>Nationality:</b> New Zealand <br />
<b>Email:</b> fluent_hotmail.com<br />
<b>Web:</b> www.bennettrugby.com<br />
<b>Language:</b> English, Portuguese<br />
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<b>Coaching Specific's</b><br />
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<li>International 7s</li>
<li>Head Coach Regional</li>
<li>Higher Club General 15s </li>
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<b>Experience</b><br />
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<li>High Performance Coach, Confederation Rugby Brazil (CRBU), 2012</li>
<li>Professional Head Coach, SERRA Rugby Club, Caxias Do Sul Brazil, 2012</li>
<li>Head Coach Gold Coast Rugby Academy U-15-17, Barry Honan Cup, 2010/2011</li>
<li>Defensive Adviser, Palm Beach Currumbin Alligators, 2010 </li>
<li>Professional Tech Advisor for various teams, Australia and USA, 2009-10</li>
<li>Professional Head Coach, Glendale Raptors 7s, 2008</li>
<li>Author: "Rugby on the Line: Surviving the Test of Rugby," 2007</li>
<li>Technical Adviser, Harlequin Women's Rugby, National Qualifiers, Atlanta, USA</li>
<li>Professional Head Coach: OWB RFC, Atlanta, USA, 2007</li>
<li>Professional Head Coach: Kenya Exiles 7s, USA, 2006/2007</li>
<li>Professional Head Coach: Kansas City Rugby Football Club, USA, 2006-07, 2009</li>
<li>Coach: Australia Spirit 2 (ARU Sevens Development Team), Darwin Sevens, 2006</li>
<li>Player Development: Australia Rugby 7s, 2006</li>
<li>Gold Coast Rugby 7s Development: Head Coach and Trainer, 2005-06</li>
<li>Tutor of Sport Psychology: Dept. Human Movement, Queensland University of Technology, 2006</li>
<li>Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor, Fitness Assessor, Gym Instructor</li>
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<b>Coaching Certifications</b><br />
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<li> IRANZ Advanced Rugby Coaching Course, 2009</li>
<li>Level 1 & 2 Coaching for Rugby Union QRU, 2004</li>
<li>Qualified Personal Trainer, Studio Cycling, Body Balance, Box Fit, Stretch and Face-to-Face Fitness Program at Odyssey Fitness Center, 2000-03</li>
<li>Senior First Aid Certificate and CPR, Red Cross, 2003</li>
<li>Full member of the Australian Association of Exercise and Sport Science (AAESS), 2003</li>
<li>Development of Body Wisdom (Director), 2002</li>
<li>Professional Development Research and use of Evidence Based Practice of Exercise Science, 1995-2003</li>
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<b>References</b><br />
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<li>Glen Ella, Former Wallaby, Head Coach Australia 7s (2006)</li>
<li>David Holmes, President Gold Coast Rugby Academy </li>
<li>Others on demand</li>
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Curtishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14401574887216444999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4772070209592415502.post-2198546358119690332014-07-09T11:46:00.000-07:002014-07-10T11:46:27.981-07:00Taskel Sandows<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<b>Playing Resume</b><br /> <ul style="text-align: left;">
<li>2008-(School)Jeppe High school for boys U/14 B. (Club)-Jeppe Quandum U/1 position(Wing)</li>
<li>2009-(School)-Jeppe High school for boys U/15 A. (School Rugby tours)-U/15 Paarl Boys rugby Tournament (Club)-Jeppe Quandum U/16 position(wing)</li>
<li>2010-(School )-Jeppe High school for boys U/16A (Rugby school tours)-U/16 Paarl Gymnasium Rugby festival (club)-U/16A UJ Rugby Club.</li>
<li>2011-(School)-3rd xv Jeppe High school for boys (Club)- U/18 Uj Rugby Club. position-wing and outside centre.</li>
<li>2012-(School)2nd &1st xv Jeppe High school for boys (Rugby school tours)-St John's xv Festival. position-wing and fullback</li>
<li>2013-(Club)U/19 (C)Raiders Rugby Academy</li>
<li>2014-( Club)U/21Raiders Rugby Academy. position outside centre,wing and Fullback..</li>
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<br /> <b>Personal Information</b><br /><br />Weight: 88kg<br />Length: 171 cm<br />
Date of birth: 1994-02-28<br />
Citizenship: South Africa<br />Preferred positions: Outside centre,wing, fullback.<br />
<br /><b>Personal Attributes:</b> As a hardworking and determined person I always push myself to be the best that I can possibly be, always giving 100% to everything I do. I believe that one should not just live for the success of their own life, but always be willing to help improve the lives of those around you by making an impact wherever you go. It would be an honour and privilege to be part of such a great team.</div>
Curtishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14401574887216444999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4772070209592415502.post-51310710890918702212013-06-09T09:02:00.003-07:002013-06-13T10:31:15.907-07:00Books Wanted!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
We're looking for used rugby book to add to our library. While we will consider any book, we are mainly looking for North American centric books. That can be a memoir, a travelogue, a cook book, or a work of fiction.<br />
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We will pay shipping. If you have a book you are looking to sell, contact <a href="mailto:thisisamericanrugby@gmail.com">thisisamericanrugby@gmail.com</a> and we'll see if we can make a deal!</div>
Curtishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14401574887216444999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4772070209592415502.post-14546833910208245262013-06-04T15:07:00.000-07:002015-01-15T10:02:10.171-08:00Coaching Position Wanted: Kent Lambert<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself. My name is Kent Lambert (ex-All Black) and I am currently seeking a Head coaching role.<br />
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I have over 20 years’ experience as a player at the highest level and as a coach. I have coached both female and male teams at club and representative levels. I have spent many years in the administration side and can appreciate all aspects of the role.<br />
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I have managed hotels for over 20 years and have a solid understanding of people. I have vast experience dealing with players, sponsors and committees and feel that I would be a valuable member to your organization.<br />
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I made the difficult decision to leave coaching as I could not commit the time I wanted due to business commitments. I have since left New Zealand and moved to Perth Australia. I am now able to commit all my time to my passion of coaching and feel that I would be a great asset to your organization.<br />
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I would welcome the opportunity to attend an interview and can be contacted at any time.<br />
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EMAIL:<b> kkoha@bigpond.com</b></div>
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NATIONALITY: <b>New Zealand (Australian resident)</b></div>
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RUGBY RELATED:</div>
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<li>NZRFU: Certificate in coaching rugby, Level II coaching</li>
<li>Massey University: Diploma in Business Studies--coaching</li>
<li>New Zealand Touch Association Level I & II coaching certificate, Level I selections certificate</li>
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COACHING EXPERIENCE</div>
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<li>Massey University </li>
<li>Central Hawkes Bay</li>
<li>Hawkes Bay Colts Representative team</li>
<li>Palmerston North College of Education</li>
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<li>Introduced touch to Manawatu Region</li>
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More information, including CV, upon request.<br />
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AWARDS<br />
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1974: The Tom French Cup – Most outstanding Maori player of the year<br />
1978: World Rugby Team Selection – Unavailable due to Rugby league commitments<br />
1993: Coach of the year – Manawatu Touch Football Association 1st Division<br />
1994: Merit Award Sports Administrator of the Year – Manawatu Sports Foundation<br />
1995: The Manawatu Sports Administrator of the Year – Manawatu Sports Foundation<br />
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FIRST CLASS REPRESENTATIVE CAREER<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span><br />
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1972 – 1977: New Zealand All Blacks – 11 tests and 29 games<br />
1973 – 1975: New Zealand Maori All Blacks<br />
1972 – 1974: New Zealand Universities<br />
1972: New Zealand Junior All Blacks – Under 23<br />
1972: New Zealand Colts – Under 21<br />
1971 -1977: Manawatu Senior Representative<br />
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POSITIONS PLAYED<br />
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• Flanker<br />
• Tighthead Prop<br />
• Loosehead Prop<br />
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RUGBY CLUBS<br />
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1965 – 1968: Te Aute College<br />
1969 – 1970: Waiau RFC, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand<br />
1971 – 1974: Massey University, RFC, New Zealand<br />
1975 – 1977: Queen Elizabeth College Old Boys RFC, New Zealand<br />
1978 – 1979: Penrith Rugby League Club, Australia<br />
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COACHING QUALIFICATIONS<br />
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• NZRFU - Certificate in coaching Rugby<br />
• Massey University – Diploma in Business Studies – Coaching<br />
• New Zealand Rugby Football Union – Level II Coaching<br />
• Coaching New Zealand – CANZ<br />
• Masters Level Coach – ICEP<br />
• Coaching (Rugby) Practise certificate and evaluation form<br />
• New Zealand touch association Level I coaching certificate<br />
• New Zealand Touch Association Level II Coaching Certificate<br />
• New Zealand Touch Association Level I Selectors Certificate<br />
• New Zealand Touch Association Certificate of Recognition<br />
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COACHING CAREER<br />
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1987 – 1990: Massey University A Grade Team - Coach and Assistant Coach<br />
1988: Palmerston North College of Education Team - Coach<br />
1991: Queen Elizabeth College Old Boys RFC Team<br />
1993: Massey University Colts – Championship Winners – Assistant Coach<br />
1994: Massey University Colts – Championship Winners – Coach<br />
1994: Manawatu Provincial Representative Under 21’s - Coach<br />
1995: Massey University A Grade Team - Coach<br />
1997 – 1998: Central Hawkes Bay Team - Coach<br />
1999: Te Aute College First XV - Coach<br />
2000: Hawkes Bay Colts Representative Team – Coach<br />
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RESULTS FOR MASSEY UNIVERSITY A GRADE TEAM<br />
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CHAMPIONSHIP<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>POSITION<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>EASTER TOURNAMENT <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>POSITION<br />
1987<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>1st<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>1987<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>2nd<br />
1988<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>1st<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>1988<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>1st<br />
1989<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>2nd<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>1989<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>1st<br />
1990<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>3rd<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>1990<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>2nd<br />
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1988 Palmerston North College of Education Team<br />
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• New Zealand College of Education Winners<br />
• 8 Players selected for New Zealand team to tour Australia</div>
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RUGBY LEAGUE</div>
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1987 Massey University Rugby League Team</div>
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• New Zealand Tournament Winners</div>
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• 11 Players selected for the New Zealand University Training Team for the World Cup</div>
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TOUCH FOOTBALL</div>
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1994 – 1997 Manawatu Touch Association Representative Team</div>
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• Monitored Training Programs </div>
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• Helped Guide Players Nutrition</div>
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1985 – 1996<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Manawatu Carlton Touch Association</div>
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• Head Coaching coordinator for 129 teams and 1700 members</div>
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• Ran coaching clinics for all grades</div>
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1989 – 1996 Coach Manawatu Representative Women’s team</div>
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• 1989 – 1990:<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>First Nationals</div>
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• 1990 – 1991:<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Silver Medal - 2nd Division</div>
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• 1991 – 1992:<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Silver medal – 2nd Division</div>
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• 1992 – 1993:<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Gold Medal - 2nd Division</div>
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• 1994 – 1995:<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>1st Division</div>
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• 1995 – 1996:<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>1st Division</div>
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PLAYERS THAT HAVE PASSED THROUGH MY HANDS</div>
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ALL BLACKS</div>
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• Kevin Shuler</div>
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• Jason Hewitt</div>
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• Crestin Davis</div>
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• Piri Weepu</div>
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ADMINISTRATION </div>
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1985: Introduced touch football to the Manawatu Region</div>
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1985 – 1996: Tournament director of the Manawatu Carlton Touch Association</div>
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1991 – 1995: President of the Manawatu Touch Association</div>
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1991 – 1997: Central Districts Regional Tournament Director for the New Zealand Touch Association</div>
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1993: Tournament Director for the New Zealand Touch Association Inaugural Masters Nationals</div>
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1993: Setup new Rugby and Netball Sports Club – Waipawa Allsports Club</div>
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1994 – 1997: Tournament organiser for three New Zealand touch Association Nationals hosting some 2,500 People</div>
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1989 – 1995: Head of the fundraising for teams; Tournament Director for Various Tournaments; Member, National / International policy sub-committee – NZ Touring Teams</div>
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KEY SKILLS</div>
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• Coaching and Mentoring players</div>
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• Motivating and leading by example</div>
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• Consistent Decision making</div>
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• Management and Administration</div>
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• Managing resources and Projects</div>
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• Responding to and Managing change</div>
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• Identifying and developing Potential</div>
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• Gaining respect and commitment</div>
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• Negotiating outcomes on many Issues</div>
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• Organising and Planning</div>
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• Researching and Implementing</div>
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• Public Relations</div>
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COACHING PHILOSOPHY</div>
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DEVELOPMENT</div>
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• To prepare individuals and teams mentally and physically with a high skill level to be able to achieve long term success, and to keep striving for improvement</div>
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• To approach the task with the understanding that development is an endless process but the team must aim for perfection</div>
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• That a sound development programme will help achieve and ensure a healthy future for any rugby organisation</div>
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• That there must be continuous evaluation of progress and adjustments made when and where necessary</div>
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• To encourage members to increase their knowledge to prepare themselves for the future by making full use of the resources available e.g. NZRFU, other sports regional sports trusts etc.</div>
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STRATEGY</div>
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I will instil in all my Players that they must:</div>
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• Have the right Mindset</div>
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• Think positive at all times. Players must have a positive approach and always look for opportunities</div>
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• Think 1st Division, not 2nd Division and believe they can achieve this</div>
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• Work to achieve a higher standard than the opposition and not just do enough to achieve short term goals</div>
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• Be totally committed</div>
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• Be well organised – This will allow them quality time to achieve on and off the field and therefore eliminate unnecessary stress</div>
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• Not set personal goals to low</div>
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• Lead the way for younger players</div>
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• Have a professional approach, attitude makes a professional, not money</div>
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• Not allow unplanned circumstances to upset them, instil a “nothing upsets us” approach. This will facilitate concentration and focus with the tasks at hand</div>
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• Remember who they are representing, to be proud but remain humble and to work hard but be patient for success will come.</div>
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MY PERSONAL COMMITMENT</div>
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Curtishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14899976485333097306noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4772070209592415502.post-58636214309282948172013-06-03T10:22:00.000-07:002013-09-18T10:24:26.567-07:00WANTED: Photographer<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
TIAR is looking for a photographer to partner with on a project. Specifically we are looking for photographs of U.S. national teams as well as top clubs. However, we are still interested in any photography involving rugby in America. If you are a photographer and are interesting in partnering, send an e-mail with the subject line PHOTOGRAPHER to <a href="mailto:thisisamericanrugby@gmail.com">thisisamericanrugby@gmail.com</a>. </div>
Curtishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14401574887216444999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4772070209592415502.post-54017971524293732532013-06-03T10:20:00.000-07:002013-09-18T10:20:08.417-07:00WANTED: Jerseys and Equipment<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Teams are always faced with the question of what to do with their old equipment once it's been replaced. Why not sell it and put the proceeds toward paying off the new equipment. If you have old jerseys or equipment that you are looking to sell, hit us up at <a href="mailto:thisisamericanrugby@gmail.com">thisisamericanrugby@gmail.com</a>.</div>
Curtishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14401574887216444999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4772070209592415502.post-84678061704397886452013-06-03T10:17:00.000-07:002013-09-18T10:17:32.475-07:00Money For Rugby Memorabilia<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Have any old rugby memorabilia lying around the house that you no longer have room for? We're interested. We're looking for all kinds of rugby memorabilia to add to our collection. No matter how small or how large we want to have a look. It can be anything from old books and magazines to old tour photos or jerseys. If it's rugby related we're interested. So if you have something you're willing to part with, please send an e-mail to <a href="mailto:thisisamericanrugby@gmail.com">thisisamericanrugby@gmail.com</a>. </div>
Curtishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14401574887216444999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4772070209592415502.post-81760086603259995582013-06-03T10:13:00.000-07:002013-09-18T10:13:39.376-07:00WANTED: Used Rugby Balls<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
We're looking for used rugby balls. They don't have to be in great condition or even inflatable. Price will be according to condition of the ball. If interested please send an e-mail with the subject line USED RUGBY BALLS to <a href="mailto:thisisamericanrugby@gmail.com">thisisamericanrugby@gmail.com</a>. </div>
Curtishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14401574887216444999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4772070209592415502.post-1118800512634563662013-06-03T10:05:00.000-07:002013-09-18T10:05:43.436-07:00WANTED: Cartoonist<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
This Is American Rugby is looking for a cartoonist for a monthly cartoon strip as well as various other tasks. Compensation will be given according to experience. If interested please send four to five samples of work to <a href="mailto:thisisamericanrugby@gmail.com">thisisamericanrugby@gmail.com</a> with the subject line Cartoonist.</div>
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