Invincible's grandson tipped for Force spot

[travelling_gerry]

BY: WAYNE SMITH From: The Australian January 12, 2012 12:00AM

THE grandson of Australian cricketing great Neil Harvey, dual Ken Catchpole medallist Dave Harvey, is at the top of the shortlist of contenders to fill the hole in the Western Force's roster following the abrupt departure of Willie Ripia.

Force coach Richard Graham confirmed yesterday the highly-skilled Gordon five-eighth and goalkicker, an Australian Barbarians and Sevens representative, is his best option from what is available within Australia.

"He has been there or thereabouts for the past couple of seasons," said Graham, who has contacted Harvey's manager to check on his availability.

But Graham has not abandoned hope the Australian Rugby Union will allow him to widen the search to New Zealand in the hope of finding a player to also fill Ripia's slot as the Force's foreign development player.

Usually such players must be signed on a three-year deal so that they become eligible to represent Australia, but given that the Force has had no chance to find a suitable player for such a long-term contract, Graham hopes to get permission to replace Ripia for this season only to make time to find the right candidate.


James Stannard was tipped to beat Ripia for the pivot role anyway and now seems a certainty for the job. Graham has also recruited Manly playmaker Ben Seymour as one of 13 new players.

http://www.theaustralian.com.au/news...-1226242124794

[tdevil]

Some info on David Harvey:
https://sitedesq.imgstg.com/profiles...190&orgid=2077

[GAFFA]

"Outside of rugby David is a modest person who loves spending time with his family and friends."

This i like the type of player the force need.

[The Man]

Great player, playing for Narbonne at the minute and will add a lot

http://www.rcnm.com

[kipper_mckinnon]

Some info on David Harvey:
https://sitedesq.imgstg.com/profiles...190&orgid=2077

How come no super 15 team has picked this guy up already ?

[Nipper]

Here's the highlight reel, embedded in his profile: [ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r3wdo7_TN7k"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r3wdo7_TN7k[/ame]

[Nipper]

Looks pretty handy with the boot...

[sandgroperrugby]

How come no super 15 team has picked this guy up already ?

Thats the crux of it isnt it.

[WorkingClass]

Thats the crux of it isnt it.

There has been questions in relation to his defensive capabilities in the path. Well, that's the line I have heard, sometimes it's a lot more petty than that.

It would be great if the Force give him a run, he's been the best player in the Shield for a few seasons and you feel if he gets a shot he could really make a good show of it. Forget looking to New Zealand, there's talent here that should get a run first and developed.

[GIGS20]

There has been questions in relation to his defensive capabilities in the path. Well, that's the line I have heard, sometimes it's a lot more petty than that.

Yeah, my comment was going to be that there wasn't any defensive highlights. Then again, Quade seems to cope OK without being able to defend....at least at Super Rugby level.

[sandgroperrugby]

Been watching the Brummer video. He doesnt look bad but again why isnt he already contracted with another south african team. He would fit the bill as a development player.

http://worldartists.pl.privatelabel....mer-Video-2011