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October 13, 2009 - 5:05PM
Wallabies coach Robbie Deans has shelved his Mr Nice-Guy persona and is intent on pushing his underperforming players out of their comfort zone in search of success.
Deans last week made the unusual move of pitting 43-squad hopefuls against each other in an internal trial match - challenging them to play for a place on the end of season tour.
He then announced a new leadership group, appointing Rocky Elsom captain, overlooking flyhalf Matt Giteau as his deputy and instead choosing the younger and less experienced Berrick Barnes.
Not one for cliched terms, Deans states he wants to see his players "take ownership for the collective performance" in a Test match.
In simple terms, he wants to see a full 80 minutes of team work.
No man is bigger than the team, no one had a pre-booked ticket to Tokyo, the gloves are off and all jerseys are up for grabs.
Deans has shown he values youth, unabashed passion and commitment, naming seven uncapped players in his 35-man squad while choosing to leave seasoned veterans Phil Waugh and Al Baxter at home.
Reports of Wallabies feeling added tension as they went into camp on Tuesday brought a near smile to Deans's face.
"I hope there is some (tension) because there's going to be, in terms of the challenge that we're going in to," Deans said.
"There's dynamics, there's chemistry, there's emotion and that's just par for the course and the reality for us is that we can't stay in our current comfort zone, so to speak, and also achieve (success).
"We're all going to be tested and we're all going to be taken outside our comfort zone over the next month. It's going to be great.
"The good thing now is that we're getting leadership across the group ... and that's what we're chasing, that's what we're seeking, everyone to take ownership of the collective performance.
"The critical thing was we're all in this together and it's not about leadership pertaining to a few, it's about what we all do and what we all bring to the table."
© 2009 AAP
http://news.rugbyheaven.com.au/break...1013-gvdm.html
Get up them Dingo, they all need a good hard look in the mirror before agreeing to get on the jet.
"Bloody oath we did!"
Nathan Sharpe, Legend.
executive order - buzz cuts all round. Gits has taken the lead on this one...
Dear Lord, if you give us back Johnny Cash, we'll give you Justin Bieber.
Gitts-Muddie
A match made in heaven
you answered your own question there Jono
"Would you like some cement with that lemon Mr Giteau?"
"Bloody oath we did!"
Nathan Sharpe, Legend.
It would have been interesting if the players themselves got to vote for the new captain and vice-captain....that might have upset gits even more.Not sure that he is as popular as he thinks.
From what I've heard of barnes he organises his backs well for the reds and as for Rocky well, hes a bit more intimidating than stirlo and less likely to put up with any crap.
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Should the players have a say on who they would like as their captain?
I think a restructure of the Wallaby players match payments is in order. I cant believe that they get paid x amount win lose or draw.
It should be win XXXX - lose XX and draw XXX. Then we will see some prima donas actually playing for the jersey
Exile
Port Macquarie
"Let me tell you something you already know. The world ain’t all sunshine and rainbows. It’s a very mean and nasty place and I don’t care how tough you are it will beat you to your knees and keep you there permanently if you let it. You, me, or nobody is gonna hit as hard as life. But it ain’t about how hard ya hit. It’s about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward. How much you can take and keep moving forward. That’s how winning is done! Now if you know what you’re worth then go out and get what you’re worth. But ya gotta be willing to take the hits, and not pointing fingers saying you ain’t where you wanna be because of him, or her, or anybody! Cowards do that and that ain’t you! You’re better than that!" - Rocky Balboa
Win for xxxx? Ahh...just like the old days.![]()
I suppose the porn afictionnados would play for the draw then?
C'mon the![]()
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I was talking beer Gigs.....but I like how your mind works![]()