tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30256507578792117882024-03-14T10:38:42.880+08:00Hottest Rugby News, Results, Girls & GossipsMouthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01973313659358966094noreply@blogger.comBlogger255125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3025650757879211788.post-84086996313849373322015-09-09T16:52:00.000+08:002015-09-10T00:11:42.382+08:00SUNIG Rugby 15's 2015 Preview<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The Singapore University Games are kicking off tonight at the NTU Sports & Recreation Pitch where The City Boys face off against their fierce rivals, The Boon Lay Warriors of NTU at 7:45pm.<br />
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SMUrugbyNews reporters got down on the ground for the low down on what to expect in the 2015 edition of the Singapore University Games.<br />
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The City Boys are blessed this year with a squad of almost 40 players who are all available for selection. Similar to the last 2 seasons, the SMU forward pack is abundant in numbers and diverse in playing positions. The current squad sees props who can double up as loose forwards and locks that can cover in the front row when needed. With the inclusion of Freshmen Rama & Thad who signed a 4 year deal with the City Boys earlier this year, they add immense work rate and aggression to the squad.</div>
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Ronald Cher, veteran prop and SMU Superstar also put pen to paper this season by extending his contract till December 2015. Cher, who is due to collect his CPF next year wants to end his final semester at SMU with a bang and add another medal to his collection.</div>
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Boasting a squad of close to 55 players, NUS are the current SUNIG champions and are definitely looking to show a fierce title defence this year. With National 7s representatives Nick Yao and Keith Arriola holding the fort in the backline this season, the NUS squad definitely looks to be lethal out wide with experience and immense speed. Daniel Looi, who is rumoured to be playing at 10 this season will look to unleash his back line with his skills and tricks that made him infamous during his schoolboy rugby days at ACSI and ACJC.</div>
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NUS has unfortunately lost the services of star flanker Russell Wong, who was ruled out for this season after going under the knife to repair torn ligaments in his knee a few months ago. We wish Russell a speedy recovery and hope to see him back on the pitch soon!</div>
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The Clementi Bad Boys are always a team to watch at the Uni games, be it 7s or 15s they always seem to put on a good fight and turn the tables on the opposition. Last season, they took on NTU and came up on top in a well deserved victory showing their prowess and aggression at scrum time and at the trenches of the rucks.</div>
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SIM legend and legend in general, Bryan Lim has graduated and will not feature in the SIM squad in this campaign, along with the likes of Jonah Wee and Alex Lim who have also finished school earlier this year.</div>
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SIM has an entire legion of players who play active club rugby and the experience that comes with that playing at University level is truly priceless. Can the Clementi Bad Boys live up to their reputation and put in a few upsets? Head on down to the games to find out!</div>
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The Boon Lay Warriors, led by the ever reliable and versatile Daniel Lum are definitely title contenders in this years edition of the Uni games. Fresh with overseas experience at a recent tournament in Malaysia, NTU rugby would definitely look to add the aggression they faced up north to their arsenal coming into their campaign.</div>
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NTU also has Matty Chia, an asset with his sneaky counter attacks and ability to control the game comfortably with whatever jersey number on his back, from 9 to 15.</div>
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With their first match against SMU later tonight, the rugby world would definitely be anxious to see who comes up on top this epic fixture.</div>
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Here are the fixtures for this years tournament, do drop by and support local university rugby at its best!</div>
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<br />HARRESHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14316645217956058066noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3025650757879211788.post-12293152497788186022015-08-26T16:03:00.001+08:002015-08-26T16:10:48.737+08:00Player of the Week - Benedict Koh<div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.8000001907349px; text-align: justify;">
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<span style="background-color: black;"><span style="color: white;">Earlier this week, rumours began to surface of a new face in the SMU locker rooms. Spotted ordering his daily intake of protein at the Koufu western stall, the mysterious SMU secret weapon has aroused much speculation.</span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: black;"><span style="color: white;">Some of the more learned pundits in the matriculating JD Law batch were especially excited by this latest development. Our SMU JD correspondent, Ben Teong, caught up with them to bring you this latest scoop. All names and identities have been concealed to preserve the sanctity of life on campus.</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: black; color: magenta; font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><b>JD Babe 1</b>: Hmm… Tanned, dark and muscular. He was queueing at the Koufu Western stall chatting up a posse of girls. He looked rather young though!</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: black; color: magenta; font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><b>JD Babe 3</b>: Age is immaterial. It is my professional opinion as a future lawyer that eye candy is eye candy.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: black; color: blue; font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><b>BT</b>: You got that right; I believe I speak for all rugby players when I say that “Just Matriculated” or MILF, eye candy is eye candy. Any further description? I think our fans are dying for more info.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: black; color: magenta; font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><b>JD Babe 1</b>: I don’t remember anything except that he was really handsome. I have to see him in person, and perhaps grab his biceps to confirm?</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: black;"><span style="color: white;">With the hype around the City Boys’ new signing obviously reaching a fever pitch, we felt now would be a good time to “reveal the goods”. We present to you our latest pre-season secret weapon, <b>Benedict “The Beast” Koh</b>.</span></span></div>
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Name: Benedict “The Beast” Koh<br />
Position:<br />I’m new to rugby. Regarding positions, I really don’t know, but I’m sure I’ll be adept at any positon required.<br /><i>(Editor’s note: Now I’m sure that’s exactly what our female fanbase would love to hear!)</i>Height: 175cm<br />Weight: 84kg<br />Interests:<br /><span style="font-size: 12.8000001907349px;">Whether it’s hitting the gym, or partying it up in style, I love doing it to the hottest EDM tracks!</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: black;"><span style="color: white;">With his first trainings with SMU Rugby under his belt, Benedict has shown promise with his solid build and great fitness. When asked for his thoughts, Benedict commented: “Despite the shag physicals that our coaches throw at us, i</span></span><span style="background-color: black; color: white; font-size: 12.8000001907349px;">t’s been great fun</span><span style="background-color: black; color: white; font-size: 12.8000001907349px;">. When Rex (SMU Rugby Backs Coach) tossed in that extra sprint yesterday, it came as a shock, but I’m always ready to go the extra round for the team.”</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: black;"><span style="color: white;">We at SMU Rugby would like to extend a warm welcome to our official new signing; we are always glad to have more good-looking lady killers on the team!</span></span></div>
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Ben Teonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12974425686308216684noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3025650757879211788.post-16652522107356665822015-07-30T23:00:00.000+08:002015-07-30T23:04:57.405+08:00Lenny & Jamal spotted doing unconventional squat workout<br />
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With the Uni 15s just around the corner, SMU Rugby players have been seen working hard outside of the regular field sessions doing track work and pumping iron in the gym. These individual sessions have been emphasised months ago and it is heartening to see the players displaying discipline and grit by clocking in the hard yards and gains progressively.<br />
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Just this evening, SMUrugbyNews correspondents spotted 2 of our stars squatting outside the safe confines of the gym environment. Unsupervised gym or squat sessions is something we do not tolerate and these 2 players will definitely be served a hefty fine from the club. What made the situation worse than it already was is that they decided to start their sets in front of a group of <strike>freshmeat</strike> freshmen at BONDUE Camp.<br />
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SMUrugbyNews managed to catch the duo for their comments on the matter.<br />
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<span style="color: blue;">Jamal: Well the gym did not have enough weights to add to my last few sets. I had to improvise. Lenny was the closest person that seemed like a challenge as Mongoose was busy as always with the <strike>freshmeat</strike> freshmen.</span><br />
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<span style="color: magenta;">Lenny: Sorry mate. I was following the lead of Jamal. He said the only way he can play Number 8 again was to get some explosive squats going. Sorry once again mate.</span><br />
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SMUrugbyNews will be investigating this matter further and issue and updated statement in the next 24 hours.<br />
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HARRESHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14316645217956058066noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3025650757879211788.post-42749921313294280312015-07-27T22:08:00.000+08:002015-07-27T22:12:50.090+08:00Player of The Week - Vijay Thomas<br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 20.799999237060547px;">Vijay: The last year has been great. I have made lots of new friends and joined new CCAs such as the Indian Cultural Club. The annual Thosai Run is happening in a few months! It would be great if you stop by and support the event!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 20.799999237060547px;">Vijay: SMU Rugby is amazing. The friendships here definitely will last a lifetime and I am glad to be part of this club. The support and teamwork is second to none! I really am at a very happy place.</span></span><br />
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<i> Ben Teong in full glory</i><br />
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It has been 4 long years since City Boy legend, Ben Teong set foot on the rugby field donning SMU colours. After a long hiatus, Ben finally decided to join the City Boy camp for his first training tonight, with mixed feelings.<br />
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Ben Teong will be starting his JD Program in August and reached out to SMU Rugby to have a second bite at the ever so sweet cherry he could never let go of. SMUrugbyNews caught up with Ben for a quick chat after the intense session earlier.<br />
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<span style="color: red;"><i>SMUrugbyNews: Welcome back Ben! How does it feel to be a City Boy again?</i></span><br />
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Ben Teong: It feels great actually. It is as though I never left! The banter is similar and the team is really friendly. I feel right at home.<br />
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Ben Teong: As always, Old is gold. I definitely can share my experiences as a City Boy and teach the boys a few things or two about living it up on campus.<br />
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Ben Teong: Fuck.<br />
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From all of us at SMU Rugby, we would like to welcome Ben back into the City Boy set up!<br />
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<br />HARRESHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14316645217956058066noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3025650757879211788.post-17766800005045807832015-07-02T22:04:00.000+08:002015-07-03T00:15:50.709+08:00Of Cosplay, Summer and Sports Camp<br />
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Ask any SMU student or rugger on campus what was their most memorable experience during summer and most would say the drinking, girls, internship, drinking after an internship workday, meeting girls after an internship workday or a commensuration of the two latter.<br />
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There is however, a rare breed of individuals who step out of their comfort zone and make the most out of their summer through the annual SMU Sports Camp.<br />
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SMU Sports Camp has the highest sign up rate on campus and proves year after year to be the most fun and memorable camp to be at before jumping into the 4 years of euphoria that SMU has to offer.<br />
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SMU Rugby has always played an integral part of the camp. We are proud of our boys who step up and make a difference to the new batch of incoming freshmen to our beloved institution.<br />
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SMU Sports Camp 2015 seems to be hyped up to be the biggest edition yet, with a name like REKT <i>(Which we believe is an acronym for the words, Responsibility, Efficiency, Knowledge and Trust) </i>who can deny this is the camp to be seen at.<br />
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SMU Rugby is proud to say it has <b>13<u> (YES THIRTEEN!)</u></b> members part of the Sports Camp 2015 crew. They range from being Organising Committee Members, Facilitators, Clan Heads or even just as Helpers.<br />
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Out of these 13, 8 are facilitators and clan heads - the most sought after role in Sports Camp. Candidates for these positions had to go through a very rigid and impartial selection process to earn the title of "Camp Faci".<br />
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SMUrugbyNews is proud to present to you the Ruggers of Sports Camp 2015! - seen below in full glory and costume.<br />
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It is with sadness we announce the graduation of Jesse Quek from the SMU Rugby camp. Jesse played his last tournament with the team today racking up a couple of tries and a few mazy runs that put a smile to many faces, including his.<br />
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Jesse is undoubtedly The City Boys favourite son, having been with the squad way before his matriculation in 2011. The stumpy and lovable In-Center has been an integral part of SMU Rugby and the culture that it has developed today. SMU Rugby cannot find another man to represent the values and traits he stood for, even up till the dying seconds of his last match this afternoon, Jesse gave his all and never backed down.<br />
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Jesse shows exemplary fortitude and determination and never slips away in limbo. He has truly been an inspiration to all freshmen who've come under his wing and downed bottles of Tiger Beer at our beloved food court at Holland Village. Being seen as one of the most approachable and friendly guys in the squad and University, it is truly hard to find anyone who shares negative moments with this fine specimen of a man.<br />
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SMUrugbyNews would like to thank Jesse for all he has done for the club and what it stands for. His selflessness and grit has definitely clawed SMU Rugby out of the dark ages and also brought it to its peak and prime.<br />
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Cheers to you, Jesse Quek! Enjoy this lot of pictures we dug up from the archives. Thank you for everything, and the memories. <3<br />
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After 2 consecutive 15s seasons, Tertiary rugby finally sees 7s rugby action this Saturday at the NTU field.<br />
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Besides the usual University suspects, Republic Polytechnic and Singapore Polytechnic are making an appearance for the first time. Republic Polytechnic are the current kings of the Polytechnic circuit and Singapore Polytechnic are close on their heels.<br />
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SMUrugbyNews tried speaking to the respective managers for a preview of their squads, but all remained tight lipped and hesitant to speak.<br />
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We do know however that all University squads are missing their marquee 7s stars, who are in full on training for the SEA Games happening in June. These players include Martin Butler and Nick Yao from NUS, Ex City Boy and NIE/NTU gas man Bryan Ng and Blandon Tan from SMU.<br />
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Speaking to Blandon Tan earlier today, SMUrugbyNews got his insights and thoughts about tomorrows tournament<br />
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<i><span style="color: red;">SMUrugbyNews: Good to speak to you Blandon! What are your thoughts on the 7s tournament tomorrow?</span></i><br />
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<i><span style="color: blue;">Blandon: I think its great to see some of the Polytechnic teams step up and compete at a higher level, a long time ago, rugby did have IVP(Inter Varsity-Poly) games but were ceased due to age differences and something silly like size advantage. The game is evolving and players are getting bigger and badder. It's a good thing that this tertiary tournament is featuring these teams, it could be the push that IVP rugby needs!</span></i><br />
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So if you want to catch the youth of Singapore Rugby tear up the pitch tomorrow, do head down to NTU field where the games kick off at 9am!<br />
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<br />HARRESHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14316645217956058066noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3025650757879211788.post-28109928357488627782015-02-04T13:42:00.000+08:002015-02-04T13:45:33.513+08:00Public Apology - SMU Rugby submits wrong club name on nomination form<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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SMU Rugby would like to apologise to our super star flanker, Marcus Ang for submitting the wrong club name on the Sports Awards Night nomination form.<br />
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We understand that this caused great confusion within The City Boys camp and around the SMU Campus.<br />
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SMUrugbyNews spoke to Marcus Ang within minutes of the incident and he had this to say.<br />
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<i>"SMU Sports Union uploaded its marketing collaterals for the upcoming event earlier this morning reflecting "Flare" under my name. I know some have said I do bring flare and passion to the field and training, but as you can see, I am nominated for Mr Stud. No one cares if I am inspiring or got the skills. This award is all about my looks and figure. I expect a public apology from SMU Rugby for this f*ck up"</i><br />
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<br />HARRESHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14316645217956058066noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3025650757879211788.post-88805162926103625252015-02-02T12:26:00.000+08:002015-02-02T12:26:23.732+08:00Alumni Exclusive - Amos Siow<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<i> Amos Siow - The man that started it all.</i><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">SMUrugbyNews will like to pay tribute to one of the founding fathers of the club and the infamous City Boy spirit that makes us and fans proud to be a part of SMU Rugby. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Amos Siow, one of the original City Boys from the Class of 2010 hung up his boots over the weekend after years of service to his respective schools, clubs, country and of course, SMU Rugby from 2007-2010.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Many of the younger City Boys and fans may also like to take note that Amos Siow created this rugby blog and its legacy. The following this page receives has increased over the years and this can all be credited to Amos. Who would have thought he would have created the most cited and credible source in SMU!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">SMUrugbyNews got in touch with Amos and faced its most serious interview to date, here is how it went down.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><span data-reactid=".30.$mid=11422812445635=28ecbff92f667085417.2:0.0.0.0.0.0.$end:0:$8:0" style="line-height: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>Amos Siow:</b> It started in shambles. Rugby players wearing soccer jerseys to play the inter varsity games, and losing every game we played. Some teams said we were there just to make the numbers. </span><span data-reactid=".30.$mid=11422812445635=28ecbff92f667085417.2:0.0.0.0.0.0.$end:0:$8:0" style="line-height: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="color: #373e4d;"><span style="line-height: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br data-reactid=".30.$mid=11422812445635=28ecbff92f667085417.2:0.0.0.0.0.0.$end:0:$9:0" style="color: #373e4d; line-height: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;" /></span></span></span><span style="color: red; font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"><br /></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><b style="line-height: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Amos Siow: </b><span data-reactid=".30.$mid=11422812445635=28ecbff92f667085417.2:0.0.0.0.0.0.$end:0:$12:0" style="line-height: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Best Memories? Many good ones to be honest.</span><span style="line-height: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br data-reactid=".30.$mid=11422812445635=28ecbff92f667085417.2:0.0.0.0.0.0.$end:0:$13:0" style="line-height: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;" /></span><span data-reactid=".30.$mid=11422812445635=28ecbff92f667085417.2:0.0.0.0.0.0.$end:0:$16:0" style="line-height: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">- Going to Australia, Perth for the first time to represent SMU in the IRAUG games - hilarious tour! </span><span style="line-height: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br data-reactid=".30.$mid=11422812445635=28ecbff92f667085417.2:0.0.0.0.0.0.$end:0:$17:0" style="line-height: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;" /></span><span data-reactid=".30.$mid=11422812445635=28ecbff92f667085417.2:0.0.0.0.0.0.$end:0:$20:0" style="line-height: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">- Organizing our very own 7s tournament in Singapore. The team we had was a really good team, unfortunately we lost controversially. But overall, it was a great tournament organized by a bunch of uni kids. I think it was a well participated tournament, one that all teams enjoyed playing - and i may dare say was a tournament that's probably more well organized than some of the other local tournaments organized by our national body (back then).</span><span style="line-height: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br data-reactid=".30.$mid=11422812445635=28ecbff92f667085417.2:0.0.0.0.0.0.$end:0:$21:0" style="line-height: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;" /></span><span data-reactid=".30.$mid=11422812445635=28ecbff92f667085417.2:0.0.0.0.0.0.$end:0:$24:0" style="line-height: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">- But of them all, Winning the Tri-Unis for the first time probably has to top the list. this was coupled with being named SMU sports team of the year, after which we were promoted to elite status and obtained funding from OSL.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><span data-reactid=".30.$mid=11422812445635=28ecbff92f667085417.2:0.0.0.0.0.0.$end:0:$24:0" style="line-height: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></span></span>
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<span data-reactid=".30.$mid=11422812445635=28ecbff92f667085417.2:0.0.0.0.0.0.$end:0:$24:0" style="line-height: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">The current squad of City Boys would like to wish Amos a happy retirement and thank him once again for his service and selfless sacrifices he made to bring SMU Rugby to where it is today. </span></span></div>
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HARRESHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14316645217956058066noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3025650757879211788.post-44486517677996995852015-01-27T18:06:00.000+08:002015-01-27T18:06:05.923+08:00Old is Gold - Jesse Quek called back to represent BONDUE at IFG Touch Rugby<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Saturday, 24th January at Republic Polytechnic Field. City Boy senior, Jesse Quek received a surprise call from BONDUE, the Business School student body to represent them at the annual Inter-Faculty Games (IFG) Touch Rugby tournament.<br />
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Quek, who last put on the BONDUE shirt in 2012 as a Sophomore found it tough to put it back on again over the weekend, requesting a fresh shirt mere minutes before kick off.<br />
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When <i>SMUrugbyNews</i> contacted BONDUE, they had this to say,<br />
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<i>"Jesse Quek is a man of class. He has been with the BONDUE IFG Team since its dark ages, when we could never win and always finish at the tail end of the competition. Jesse has seen the BONDUE IFG Team achieve success and stand together in failure. We needed a man of his capability and knowledge." </i><br />
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<i>- Kor Porat Kom, BONDUE PR Executive</i><br />
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SMUrugbyNews understands that the average age of the BONDUE team was 21years old. Veteran Quek, who still remains youthful at 26 years old stood out amongst these younglings. Showcasing his silky hands and ballerina feet throughout the tournament, Quek inspired his team mates and eventually brought them to victory, defeating SOSCIETY by a close margin.<br />
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<i>Quek executing the classic, "Show & Go"</i><br />
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<i>SMUrugbyNews </i>managed to speak to an elated Quek after the tournament, covered in champagne and confetti.<br />
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Quek: F*cking amazeballs! I was sitting by the Farrer Park Longkang fishing for Ikan Bilis and I got the call up. I never thought this day would come again! My BONDUE blue days seemed like something of the past, but when BONDUE calls, will you answer?<br />
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Quek: These kids are something special. They are a different breed, their hunger and drive is something that set them apart from the rest of the competition. I felt like Stephen Donald out there over the weekend, coming on to the squad at such a late stage of the competition and making it count when I needed to.<br />
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<i>Quek compared his performance to Stephen Donald during the 2011 Rugby World Cup</i><br />
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So there you have it folks, a story that raised a faculty off their feet and shook the halls of the library. Congrats to Quek & Team Bondue for winning the IFG Touch Rugby tournament over the weekend!<br />
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<br />HARRESHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14316645217956058066noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3025650757879211788.post-21412962116111499332015-01-13T15:08:00.000+08:002020-07-29T00:08:11.886+08:00Player of The Week - Benjamin Choy<div style="text-align: center;">
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HARRESHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14316645217956058066noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3025650757879211788.post-5058840651079135692014-11-11T18:29:00.000+08:002014-11-11T18:29:40.564+08:00City Boys on Local Exchange- Power Lifts in the gym to Power Jumps on the matThe rugby season is over and it has been reported that more and more City Boys are reclining back into the enclaves that are GSRs and the Li Ka Shing Library. It was been noticed however, in the weeks that past after the SUNIG games, a certain group of players took part in a "local exchange program" to maintain their match fitness and rugby prowess. <div>
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HARRESHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14316645217956058066noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3025650757879211788.post-15172138608799535872014-11-09T18:19:00.000+08:002014-11-09T18:19:58.488+08:00That perfect #OOTD & Social Media - A guide by Avinash<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">#OOTD, #WIWT, #INSTAFASHION, THE LIST GOES ON! We have all seen and occasionally posted images on our social media outlets that have these exact hashtags, whether we like to admit it or not, we are all guilty of taking part in this necessary evil.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">#OOTD or <i>Outfit of The Day </i>for those who have been living in the caves Li Ka Shing Library's dungeons has become popular of late. Especially within The City Boys camp where star winger and fashionista, Avinash has been labelled the epitome of the #OOTD.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><b>SMURugbyNews</b>: So Avi, tell us more about this #OOTD craze</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><b>SMURugbyNews</b>: Interesting! How do you recommend newcomers who plan to enter this #OOTD world</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><b>Avinash</b>: I would ask them to look at my posts on Instagram for starters. In terms of outfits, I would recommend mixing it up, never do a back to back denim day, or back to back berms day. Mix up shirts and shorts, jeans and shirts, just stay fabulous!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><b>SMURugbyNews</b>: How about during the season? Don't you wear the same jersey every game?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><b>Avinash</b>: Maybe we could get customised kits depending on the day of the week and who we play against. This is something I would leave for further discussion but when it comes to game time, it is about the player and team.. not the kit(ok maybe a little bit)</span><br />
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HARRESHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14316645217956058066noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3025650757879211788.post-59643776894330242302014-08-26T02:23:00.002+08:002014-08-26T02:23:52.755+08:00PAGEANT FEVER STRIKES AGAINWhat can we say, year after year pageant fever hits The City Boys in more ways than one.<br />
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A year has gone by since newly appointed Captain, Avinash took the title of Mr SMU on the dance floor of Zouk. Unfortunately this year, the rugby presence at the Freshmen Bash was missing.<br />
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We have however made up for this with <b>THREE</b> City Boys competing be crowned Mr Economist 2014(Mr Oikos)<br />
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Rumour has it the winner walks away with a bundle that includes a 3 year supply of <i>The Economist </i>and<i> </i><i>Readers Digest.</i><br />
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No stranger to The City Boys set up, Ken already has one Gold medal under his belt and his looking to get more(Gold Medals that is).</div>
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Can Ken achieve 100% line out success and hook his way to right area of the Production Possibility Frontier?</div>
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<b><i>SMUrugbyNews:</i></b> So Ken, being a "senior" player amongst the freshies, do you ever feel like you are under pressure to win this pageant?</div>
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<b><i>Ken:</i> </b>I wouldn't consider myself a "senior" so to speak, but I do feel I have the upper hand. I have a Gold Medal and Ashley by my side.</div>
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New to the The City Boys, could Marcus be the Dark Horse than prevails over his more experienced counterparts at the pageant? </div>
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<i style="font-weight: bold;">Marcus: </i>Everyone has been extremely welcoming! Team spirit is high and it is nice to go head to head physically against Ken and Fi on the pitch and on the catwalk. Whatever happens at pageant, stays at pageant boys..</div>
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Rumoured to model his looks and charisma after Wallaby Full Back Israel Falou, can Asyrafi keep his cool and side step his way to Oikos Glory?</div>
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<i style="font-weight: bold; text-align: center;">SMUrugbyNews: </i><span style="text-align: center;">After seeing a preview of what you can do on stage at Sports Camp, are the fans in for the same treat?</span><br />
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HARRESHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14316645217956058066noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3025650757879211788.post-8537138030292251822014-03-24T03:39:00.001+08:002014-03-24T03:39:51.390+08:00QUAD UNIVERSITY RUGBY CHAMPIONS 2014<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The City Boys emerged as champions in the recent Quad-University Rugby Championship held in March 2014.<br />
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It was a huge season with many ups and downs but we are glad to say it all paid off eventually! Read on for our post season report.<br />
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<u><b>SMU vs NTU (Round Robin)</b></u><br />
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The first match of the season did not go according to plan for us, with numerous penalties given away and lacklustre defence from both the forwards and the backs, we were put on the back foot many times and suffered the consequences of being ill disciplined.<br />
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With close to about 20 penalty calls against our name, the mistakes made by us were capitalised on by NTU's kicker, who slotted in 15 points worth of kicks. An additional 2 tries were scored by the opposition that increased the margin.<br />
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The final score was 21-6 to NTU.<br />
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<u><b>SMU vs NUS (Round Robin)</b></u><br />
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This was a do or die fixture for both teams, from past tournaments, the victor of this fixture usually goes on to the Finals. Both teams were pumped and were fresh after a week off from their last match.<br />
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The NUS squad featured a few age group and current National reps that were all fired up and ready to go.<br />
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The game was intense from the first kick off, which was kicked directly out to touch. The tempo then built up and The City Boys found the form they were looking for this whole season, with some tinkering of positions and new plays being added, The City Boys gelled effectively and the cohesion seen between the rummaging forwards and silky handed backs was magical.<br />
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Mistakes and ill disciplined was drastically reduced and the morale within the SMU camp was high. Pressure eventually turned into points and we managed to secure a 17-10 victory after an 80min game that felt like an eternity.<br />
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<u><b>SMU vs SIM (Round Robin)</b></u><br />
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Last seasons shock loss to the Clementi Bad Boys were still fresh in the minds of the team, which was probably the biggest turning point in the last year that encouraged and motivated the new Exco led by Tang Hon Wei to seek change.<br />
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The City Boys needed a victory with a bonus point, and NTU to beat NUS for us to go on to the final.<br />
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The odds were in our favour but the dark horses of the tournament, SIM mounted several attacks that tested our defence out wide. Their new look back line was always threatening but our versatile backs, led by the dominant figure of Jesse Quek stood tall and strong, keeping the Clementi Bad Boys at bay.<br />
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The first 60mins of the game was extremely tight, with SIM scoring a try and taking the lead till the SMU forward pack unleashed their inner beasts and mounted several pick and go efforts. The flood gates eventually opened and SMU emerged 33-8 victors.<br />
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News came shortly after the final whistle that NTU had indeed beaten NUS by a close scoreline of 15-10. Celebrations all around as The City Boys were to make an appearance in the Final after a 5 year drought.<br />
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<b><u>SMU vs NTU (FINALS)</u></b><br />
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A grudge match was predicted way before kick-off. Both teams were building momentum after 2 victories and the boys from NTU appeared as favourites, after their first round victory against The City Boys 2 weeks earlier.<br />
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The squad that took the field for the finals:<br />
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<li><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Ken Koh (Year 0)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Ronald Cher (Year 3)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Harresh Krishnan (Year 1) </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Bryan Lim Kai Yao (Year 2)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Marcus ‘Mongoose’ Ang (Year 0)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Vikki Krishnan (Year 0)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Timothy Gay (Year 3)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Wong Kah Wei (Year 4)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Tang Hon Wei (Year 2)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Avinash (Year 1)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Daniel Joshua Lee (Year 0)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Jesse Quek (Year 3)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Stuart Ho (Year 4)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Brandon Yow (Year 2)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Elijah Tan (Year 2)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Chaw Wei Arng (Year 3)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Shaneet Nityanand Rai (JD, Year 2)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Ahmad Isa (Year 2)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Shaun Ng Tian Ci (Year 2)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Blandon Tan (Year 3)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Gabriel Ang (Year 4)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Marc Wilson (Year 1)</span></li>
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The game started off well for NTU, capitalising off a well executed move off a 5m scrum by the back row. With about 6 minutes into the game, The City Boys seemed to be in an all too familiar place, 5-0 down behind our try line.</div>
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The margin was reduced after Brandon Yow, slotted in a penalty in front of the posts. The score was now 5-3 to NTU with about 60minutes left in the game.</div>
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Another penalty attempt by Blandon Tan sailed over the crossbars to bring the score to 6-5, in favour of the City Boys.</div>
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The scoreline remained at 6-5 for the duration of the entire game, both teams showed their grit and determination with try saving tackles and rampaging attacks that kept the spectators entertained. It was truly an epic battle with both teams digging deep and pushing through. </div>
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The City Boys managed to stop any threat from the NTU attack and kept the scoreline at 6-5. The SMU forwards kept hammering up ruck after ruck in a showcase of brilliant ball retention and ordering around by Scrum Half, Wong Kah Wei. </div>
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The final whistle then blew and the 5 year drought of not seeing the Cup, ended with celebrations, cheers and a few bottles of Sparkling Apple Juice.</div>
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<i>For a more detailed report please check out, </i>http://www.redsports.sg/2014/03/21/sg-uni-rugby15s-smu-ntu/</div>
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Blandon Tan x 2</div>
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Harresh Krishnan x 1</div>
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Timothy Gay x 1</div>
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Stuart Ho x 1</div>
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Brandon Yow x 3</div>
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Blandon Tan x 1</div>
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HARRESHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14316645217956058066noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3025650757879211788.post-82691612676136549582014-02-12T21:24:00.000+08:002014-02-12T21:24:28.765+08:00BREAKING NEWS! Love is in the air!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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After months of tension and keeping it in the closest, Lucas and Avinash have officially declared their love for one another.<br />
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The Freshie Duo are often seen staying in school till late and studying together in the quiet area of the library. Sources say that this relationship first sparked off way back in 2009, when both players were representing their respective Junior Colleges in the A Div.<br />
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Avinash had put Lucas on the deck after a devastating run down the wing that left Lucas rooted to the ground whispering.. "i've never seen an ass like that".<br />
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This public announcement probably came at a politically right time, as Valentines Day is around the corner.<br />
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SMUrugby News will give be giving live updates and reports in the hours leading up to 14th February.<br />
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Stay tuned...HARRESHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14316645217956058066noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3025650757879211788.post-82952870463680114542014-02-06T02:17:00.000+08:002014-02-06T14:34:01.734+08:00Player of the Week - Shaun Ng <a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/--topznnabiY/UvJyPCx4znI/AAAAAAAAAUE/ysdro_EyCYs/s1600/shaun5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/--topznnabiY/UvJyPCx4znI/AAAAAAAAAUE/ysdro_EyCYs/s1600/shaun5.jpg" height="300" width="400" /></a><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">This week SMUrugby News brings to you one of our more reputable and infamous players, the one and only, Shaun "Shaubieee" Ng.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Shaun, who was signed during the Fall of 2012 has been a regular in The City Boys First XV and now holds the post of Events Director in the 2013/14 Exco. Shaun is a popular man amongst the squad and on campus and is always seen coordinating team cohesions and gatherings.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Picking up the sport only in Junior College, Shaun has come leaps and bounds from his days as a volleyball player. Having captained his secondary school to many spikes and victories during his reign. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Shaun is also the resident paparazzi in the team, snapping up photos of his team mates whenever they are seen with the fairer sex. Sources say he plans to join The Blue & Gold, the official student publication of SMU later in this year as a photojournalist due to his ever improving prowess on social media platforms.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">SMUrugby News had the opportunity to speak to this gregarious young man over the Chinese New Year weekend. Here is how it went.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="color: red; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">SMUrugby News: Happy New Year Shaun! How has it been so far?</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Shaun: Eh not too bad. Weekends have been nice and school has been fun. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="color: red; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">SMUrugby News: So what has been keeping you busy besides rugby?</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Shaun: you know.. the usual..(winks)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="color: red; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">SMUrugby News: As the new Events Director, what have planned for the team?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Shaun: We've had lots of cohesion opportunities, most recently the team Lou Hei after training. I feel that the team is really tight on and off the field so planning things is really simple as we all hang out anyway!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Shaun: <strike>doggy</strike>. I meant hooker!!! actually.,number 8.. </span><br />
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HARRESHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14316645217956058066noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3025650757879211788.post-2747529686864821372014-01-27T16:30:00.000+08:002014-01-27T16:41:20.903+08:00Player of The Week - Jesse Quek<div style="text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We usher in the new year with one of the City Boys favourite sons - Jesse "The Belly" Quek.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Jesse is no stranger to the rugby scene here in Singapore and is one of the most iconic players that the club has ever seen. Jesse has just got back from a semester abroad and we were lucky enough to catch this playmaker fresh off the plane for this report.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Making his debut in 2011 after a successful summer signing from Saint Andrews Junior College, Quek has featured regularly and has literally been the heart and soul of The City Boys. When one mentions SMU Rugby, or even SMU - Jesse is the first name of their tongues.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Jesse started off his playing career in the #2 shirt, getting into the thick of the action as a ferocious forward clearing rucks almost as fast as he clears his pints at ICB.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Jesse then progressed to the back line in 2006 - at his club then, SAJC. Reports say that Jesse made the switch only because the biggest jersey available at that time was a #12, he has since kept that number and used the same trick over at SMU, semester after semester.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">SMUrugbyNews caught up with Jesse over the weekend at Zouk and got a glimpse into the life of this superstar.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><b>SMUrugbyNews</b>: So Jesse, how have you been?</i></span><br />
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<span style="color: red; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><b>Jesse:</b> Bloody brilliant! I just got back from exchange in Austria and I had a blast(chuckles). The weather was nice, the people are beautiful and the food was a gastronomical explosion in my mouth.</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><b>SMUrugbyNews: </b>Thats nice! So, did you manage to play any rugby there?</i></span><br />
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<span style="color: red; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><b>Jesse: </b>Cheers brah, Yes!! I did infact! This time the biggest jersey was a #9 and I managed to trick the team into thinking I was a scrum half.. I played scrum half for the season and even scored a few game winning points and tries. They loved me over there.. It is kind of like how you guys love me here.. but over there they speak German. </i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><b>SMUrugbyNews: </b>What would you say was the best part about your exchange in Europe?</i></span><br />
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<span style="color: red; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><b>Jesse: </b>Have you watched EuroTrip? ;)</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><b>SMUrugbyNews: </b>Moving ahead to the season that beckons, how do you rate your current squad now?</i></span><br />
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<span style="color: red; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><b>Jesse: </b>aye aye! The squad this year seem tighter and more united than ever! We have a few games coming up and a rugby camp that is gonna be so much fun. We have also got some new players that are fighting for first team spots. I cannot wait to play with this team again. cheers brah! (Chuckles)</i></span><br />
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<i>Jesse seen here with Martin Johnson. Jesse attended a clinic on how to be a Second Row</i></div>
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Nelson Mandela who was known to the world as a symbol of resistance to racism and brought South Africa to an all-race democracy.</div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">''Mandela may not have understood rugby very well, but he understood the political impact sports could have. That’s why he seized on the Rugby World Cup. Mandela—in a tremendous act of self-interested generosity toward the vanquished whites—allowed South Africa to host the tournament, which had been awarded to the country in 1992. And then he convinced his black compatriots to make the Springbok team their own, even though there was only one nonwhite player on the 15-man roster. He did this by enlisting the white stars of the team to his cause, persuading them to learn the new national anthem (previously a song of black protest) and to reach out to what initially was a mightily skeptical black population.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The Springboks beat France, Australia and others to reach the final against New Zealand, then the best team in the world. But the day’s crowning moment came before the game had even begun, when Mandela went out onto the field, before a crowd of 65,000 that was 95% white, wearing the green Springbok jersey, the old symbol of oppression, beloved of his apartheid jailers. There was a moment of jaw-dropping disbelief, a sharp collective intake of breath, and suddenly the crowd broke into a chant, which grew steadily louder, of “Nelson! Nelson! Nelson!”</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">An hour and a half later, after a nerve-racking final seven minutes, the Springboks won the game. And then, when Mandela walked onto the field to present the trophy to South Africa’s captain, it was “Nelson! Nelson!” again, but even louder, and with tears now. The whole country, black and white, sang and danced into the night, united for the first time in its history around one cause, one delirious celebration. There was no civil war, no right wing terrorism, and Mandela achieved his life’s goal of creating what remains still today, and would have seemed almost impossible then: a stable, multiracial democracy."</span></div>
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The City Boys are all set to kick off their first 15s game of the 2013/14 season against Championship Powerhouse, Oldham Gold this Saturday at the Anglo-Chinese School(Independent) rugby pitch.<br />
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Oldham Gold, who take part in the Championship of Singapore Rugby League are on a bye this weekend due the SCC 7s happening on The Padang.<br />
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The City Boys have been training for about 3 weeks and will look to start the pre-season on a high and test out different combinations and positions amongst the players.<br />
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This weekend's game looks to see the debut of Year 1's, Avinash "Mr SMU" Raju, Norman "I'm actually a back" Yam, Chris "I think I'm a Forward" Feng, Lucas "Econs Hot Bod" Wong and basketball to rugby convert, Marc "Israel Folau" Wilson who has still yet to get a pair of rugby boots for Saturday's fixture.<br />
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Year 0's will also be on show. Vikki " Little Fijian" Krishnan and Marcus "Mongoose" Ang will add more firepower to the already dominant City Boys backrow.<br />
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The usual suspects will look to take the field as well. With newly elected President and Vice-Captain Tang Hon Wei and Brandon Yow leading the backs and Shaun Ng controlling the forward pack.<br />
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Do come down and support the City Boys this Saturday, 1030am at the ACS(I) rugby pitch!<br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">In this week's issue of Player of the Week, SMUrugby News brings you our very own gym and fitness maestro, Jason Sum.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Jason, who picked up the sport at Junior College has made a strong and positive impact within the SMU rugby community - especially when he showed us all how beer and protein powder make an awesome drink called the Tiger Dinosaur.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Having a body fat percentage of only 1% and biceps comparable to the peaks of the Himalayas(See Figure 1 for reference), Sum has been one of the more inspiring members of the rugby team and a brilliant role model for the Freshmen.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Jason Sum is the epitome of hardwork and dedication. Having being raised in the tough streets of Whitley Road as a CJC student, he took the opportunity to work hard and make sure he got bigger and stronger to fend of any threats of nearby SCGS girls around the corner.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">SMUrugby News managed to get a comment from fellow teammate, Hoi on his Protein Loaded Teddy Bear of a friend. This is what Hoi had to say, <i>'' On good days,yes he is the hulk. Displaying god-given strength(Bicep curling what normal guys would bench). However more often than not, with a little alcohol, he evolves into a boomer. A bloated beast that spits horrendously smelling spew on seats of public transport".</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Jason's story is truly inspiring and you can find out more by purchasing his Biography that is available at all major book stores, aptly titled,</span></div>
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HARRESHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14316645217956058066noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3025650757879211788.post-75224715316424879252013-10-10T18:40:00.000+08:002013-10-10T18:40:18.326+08:00BREAKING NEWS: Yow secretly a Westlife Fan BoySMUrugby News just received this controversial picture of newly appointed Vice-President, Brandon Yow holding self made posters at what seems to be a Westlife Concert.<br />
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Yow was uncontactable at the time but sources claim that Yow has moved on from his boy band phase to better and more girl orientated activities in life.<br />
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SMU Rugby's very own Political Analyst, Saran had this to say: <i>''I believe that this picture has come at a good time. With campaigning all over and the pressure of garnering votes done, Yow has probably done this as a strategic move to win the hearts of the people even further and add some comic relief to the atmosphere post voting...''</i><br />
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Do stay tuned as SMUrugby News tries to get in contact with Brandon "Coast to Coast" Yow for a more formal introduction and interview.HARRESHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14316645217956058066noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3025650757879211788.post-2669520084598687922013-10-10T15:47:00.000+08:002013-10-10T15:47:35.520+08:00Mid-Term Bonding 2013On the 9th of October The City Boys had their first official gathering as a team leading up to the 2013/14 season.<br />
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We were all set to meet at 5.30pm and players came from all corners of the Campus, except for Arveen ofcourse, who came from home with a deflated rugby ball.<br />
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It was a good mix of senior players as well as the new Year Ones who were welcomed with open arms and raised cups of malted cereal grain.<br />
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A good start to the new season to come and a wonderful cohesion event that had some of the most inspiring speeches that the world has seen since the 300 movie. We'll let the pictures do the talking. Enjoy the last bit of recess week everyone!<br />
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<i> Ronnie with the Freshmen</i><br />
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<i>Ronnie with the Fenders and Events Directors - Hoi & Shaun</i><br />
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<i>Ronnie in the middle</i><br />
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<i>Ronnie on the right of the picture..</i><br />
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<i>Ronnie took this picture</i><br />
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<i> Ronnie on the left of the picture..</i><br />
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<i> Bryan & Sum</i><br />
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<i>Supper got messy</i><br />
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<i> Ronnie with Year Zero, Vikki</i>HARRESHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14316645217956058066noreply@blogger.com0