Time to rally the troops, plenty of tickets still available, get the word out around town http://www1.ticketmaster.com.au/west...minorcatid=694
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Time to rally the troops, plenty of tickets still available, get the word out around town http://www1.ticketmaster.com.au/west...minorcatid=694
How are the ads around town or on TV?
Weather will be good! All the bad stuff is blowing through early Friday am!
5-10 knot winds... fine evening!
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Should be chucking it down for the Captain's run on Thursday: 15-35mm of rain; "The chance of a thunderstorm. Possible small small hail in the afternoon and evening."
Although what small small hail is, I'm not sure.
Western Force v Hong Kong Dragons Team List
August 8, 2018
The Western Force has made six changes to its squad to take on the free-running Hong Kong Dragons in World Series Rugby Game 6.
Heavyweight Kieran Longbottom will make a long-awaited return from injury with a start on the bench. The former Saracens prop was in magnificent form when in his return to the Force when he suffered a debilitating neck injury in game two and has worked non-stop to make his way back into the squad.
Rodney Iona will also rejoin the squad from a highly successful World Cup qualifying tour representing Samoa.
Cameron Orr will run on for his first start, replacing a rested Harry Lloyd, with brother Harrison and last games debutante Jack McGregor also earning their first start honours.
Hot on the heels of an outstanding performance in the barbarian Wallabies’ trial squad, Andrew Deegan has been rested while trial squad teammate Tevin Ferris will start as a flanker.
Hamstring injuries to Masivesi Dakuwaqa and Feleti Kaitu’u, a knee injury to Rod Davies and a shoulder injury to Tom Sheminant have forced further changes in a 24-man-squad while Chris Alcock has been rotated out.
Leon Power has moved in as a starting lock with Johan Bardoul away playing out a short-term contract for the Coca-Cola Red Sparks in Japan.
Harry Scoble, Fergus Lee-Warner and Markus Vanzati have also been named in the squad to start as reserves.
Force’s young gun Clay Uyen will start on the wing with McGregor moving to fullback to cover for Peter Grant who has slotted into number 10.
The Hong Kong Dragons match is set to be a momentous game as both Marcel Brache and Brynard Stander have earnt their 50th Western Force caps after joining the club in 2014.
In: Harry Scoble, Markus Vanzati, Kieran Longbottom, Fergus Lee-Warner, Rodney Iona and George Pisi.
Out: Andrew Deegan, Harrison Lloyd, Feleti Kaitu’u, Tom Sheminant, Chris Alcock and Masivesi Dakuwaqa.
First starters: Cameron Orr, Harrison Orr and Jack McGregor.
Western Force Squad:
1. Cameron Orr
2. Heath Tessmann
3. Chris Heiberg
4. Jeremy Thrush
5. Leon Power
6. Harrison Orr
7. Tevin Ferris
8. Brynard Stander
9. Ian Prior
10. Peter Grant
11. Brad Lacey
12. Henry Taefu
13. Marcel Brache
14. Clay Uyen
15. Jack McGregor
16. Harry Scoble
17. Markus Vanzati
18. Kieran Longbottom
19. Fergus Lee-Warner
20. Henry Stowers
21. Issak Fines-Leleiwasa
22. AJ Alatimu
23. Rodney Iona
24. George Pisi
Hong Kong Dragons Squad
1.Tau Kolomatangi
2. Mitch Andrews
3. Grant Kemp
4. Fin Field
5. Craig Lodge
6. James Sawyer
7. Josh Dowsing
8. Josh Hrstich
9. Bryn Phillips
10. Nathan De Theirry
11. Sam Purvis
12. Ben Axten-Burrett
13. Tyler Spitz
14. Charlie Higson-Smith
15. Casey Stone
16. Johnnie McCormick-Houston
17. Ben Higgins
18. Callum McFeat Smith
19. Chris Allman
20. Chris Calanza (Pierrepont)
21. Ben Willis
22. Ruan Du Plooy
23. Rob Keith
24. Lewis Warner
25. Callum Tam
Are we able to get info on the Dragons guys? Website?
Great to see clay and Harry back
Are they all Hong Kong locals? How many players are test reliable? I assume this is a representative side not their test team?
Interesting lineup though. Expected to see a few more traditional asian names but I assume their are a few guys that have had their names translated to English.
They're a lightweight bunch. There's only info on 5-6 of the named squad on that website, but the reserve props (17 & 18) are 101 kg & 98 kg, and the reserve back-rower is 92 kg.
Game Day Information: Force V Hong Kong Dragons
August 8, 2018
In the second last game of World Series Rugby 2018, the Western Force will take on the Hong Kong Dragons on Friday, August 10.
Around the Grounds
Key times
5pm- Gates Open.
5:30pm- Rugby Junior’s take to the field to show us the future of rugby get it’s done.
6:00pm- Teams warm up.
6:20pm- Pre-game entertainment begins!
6:30pm- Kick-off
Pre-Game Entertainment
The fun begins as soon as the gates open, with carnival celebrations to keep everyone entertained at Gate 1.
Carnival Rides
Fiesta Balloons
Inflatable Camelot Castle
The Fishing Pool
Popcorn
Merchandise
Rugby Roos
DJ
Make sure you get you Force gear signed by one of the players under the tent at Gate 1.
The RugbyRoo’s are back, so come join in with some of the Future Force boys in a game.
The Carnival atmosphere is a bundle of fun! So get down to Gate 1 early to check out the full rugby experience.
Halftime Entertainment
Kick for Cash Competition
Cash Kick is back once more and one lucky person will get the chance to win a share of $20,000 by converting a place-kick during halftime.
The lucky member will be chosen via social media showing a photo of their Force colours and the hashtag #cashkick.
For more information click here!
Giant Rugby Ball Competition
Thanks to Ernest Green and Sons four lucky people could win a hefty Meat Pack in a race to roll the giant rugby ball around the field faster than the other team!
Getting to and from the game
Public Transport is included in your game day ticket!
Bus stops are located on Lord, Beaufort and Brisbane Street, with all buses servicing the Elizabeth Quay Bus Station.
Or you can catch the train with Claisebrook Station just 300m from Gate 4. McIver, East Perth and Perth Station are also roughly a 15-minute walk away.
If you wish to drive in, parking is available at all train stations as well as parking lots around the area. Brisbane Street Car Park is located a couple minutes walk away from the stadium, with parking lots on Beaufort and Stirling streets also just around the corner.
Membership queries
Your 2018 Membership Packs will be available for collection from nib Stadium.
You can collect you them from the Membership Kiosk, located inside Gate 4.
Or, alternatively, you can collect your pack from Rugby HQ, 203 Underwood Ave, Floreat during normal business hours.
WE HOPE YOU ENJOY THE GAME!
#BETHEFORCE
Duo celebrate 50 Caps
August 9, 2018
Force duo Marcel Brache and Brynard Stander will be running out against the Hong Kong Dragons on Friday night in a monumental game to mark their 50th Western Force caps.
Marcel and Brynard debuted merely weeks apart in 2014 and have since developed a close friendship over the years.
Brynard and Marcel’s experience and charismatic personalities has made them favourites in the club, giving the entire squad that little bit more motivation to make this game a memorable one.
Marcel spoke of the opportunity to share the experience on Friday at nib stadium, where his Force career began.
“Not only I am excited that I get to share this experience with Brynard, who joined the Force at the same time as me, but with nib Stadium,” Marcel said.
“Playing my 50th game where I was fortunate enough to begin my career and to be able to share that with my friends, family and of course the fans.”
Likewise, Brynard too was excited to share the honours with longtime friend and teammate Marcel.
“It’s going to be a great experience being able to share a moment like that in your career with somebody special like Marcel, who I have been with for a long time,” Brynard said.
“It’s going to be a wonderful night.”
Coach Tim Sampson spoke about how important it was to celebrate the game and the success of Brynard and Marcel as a team.
“You know it’s fantastic to see and there are not too many milestones that have been achieved within this club being one of the younger clubs,” Tim said.
“It’s great and what’s interesting is that they debuted for the Force within two weeks of each other back in 2014 so they’re good mates and it’s great that they can share this together.”
https://www.westernforce.com.au/duo-celebrate-50-caps/
So after searching for "Deegan" and then clicking in circles for the next 20 minutes I give up?
Is he injured?
I recon he's looked really good in previous games.
Why is Mr Deegan not in the side?
Hot on the heels of an outstanding performance in the barbarian Wallabies’ trial squad, Andrew Deegan has been rested while trial squad teammate Tevin Ferris will start as a flanker.
https://www.westernforce.com.au/west...ons-team-list/