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| Having a sing song at Sheila's |
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| Top of Table Mountain |
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| Durban |
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| Attack of the Jelly Fish! |
Wednesday 23 April 2014
Thursday 17 April 2014
Sun City Last Night and Day
Well, what a great night we had. Dinner at The Squires - Mr Norton and Sinnott made presentations to all the boys for their various accomplishments on and off the pitch. A huge cake for Sammy and then we all listened to Christine's ditty - 30 verses of our time together. (I'll be making a book of that!)
Today we will be going to the Gold Reef Mines and then a theme park. The worlds deepest gold mine and some pretty scary rides.
We've all had a ball - the experience that we have all shared is something that I know I will never forget.
Thank you to The Big 5 and Christine for your friendship and all the great times we have had together. Our coaches Norton, Sinnott & Barth thank you for your guidance and the support you have shown to the boys. The boys have been fantastic - a really great bunch who have mixed very well indeed. A real credit to you all.
All that remains for me to say is Hamba Kahle (goodbye). Thank you for sharing our journey with us.
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| All 43 of us! |
Sun City
After spending millions of rand at the local craft centre yesterday we arrived at Sun City around midday and went straight to the Valley of the Waves. That boys had a full afternoon in the lido and going down various scary waterslides.
We had a lovely buffet meal at the hotel next door then the boys hit the amusement arcades late into the night!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY SAMMY GAETON
This morning it is cloudy - the first dull day we have seen on our entire trip. Today's activities will include banana boating and donut rides. I think I'll just watch. but I think Christine is tempted. The Big 5 have gone to play golf.
Tonight will be our end of tour dinner. No doubt presentations will be made for best forward etc etc and probably most annoying parent! Oooh - think I might cry!
We had a lovely buffet meal at the hotel next door then the boys hit the amusement arcades late into the night!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY SAMMY GAETON
This morning it is cloudy - the first dull day we have seen on our entire trip. Today's activities will include banana boating and donut rides. I think I'll just watch. but I think Christine is tempted. The Big 5 have gone to play golf.
Tonight will be our end of tour dinner. No doubt presentations will be made for best forward etc etc and probably most annoying parent! Oooh - think I might cry!
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| The boys' winnings! |
Tuesday 15 April 2014
Wednesday 16th April - on our way to Sun City
Today we will have leisurely breakfast and leave our hotel around 9. We will stopping off at a craft centre half way where the boys will be able to buy souvenirs, etc. in abundance! Then we will be making our way to Sun City where they we will able to chill out, relax and have some fun in the lido and water park. Only George H, who had a cut to the foot yesterday, and Zain will be a little restricted.
Jan Celliers Match
Our final match. We were made to feel extremely welcome at Jan Celliers school. The boys were treated to a beef sausage pre match (tactics, tactics!) and the B's were first off. It was a match in bare feet (which now the boys actually like) the weather here in Jo'burg was slightly cooler - think British Summer. 1500m above sea level so altitude issues to contend with - the air is thinner and the ball goes further.
A Coach's view
B Team L 29-12
As had been the theme on tour, the team started slowly and spent much of the first 10 minutes in their own 22. Tries were inevitably conceded and we were 10-0 at half time.
However, the second half saw a huge improvement an the last 15 minutes saw the best rugby on tour including a fantastic try by Ed Davies after several phases of play. The boys can certainly be pleased with their efforts.
A Team L 21-7
As with previous matches on tour, this was ultimately a missed opportunity to gain a win against a previously unbeaten side. After conceding an early try, the boys raised their game to new heights, tackling ferociously and competing hard for the ball. Henry Stringer scored a try just before half time and, at 7-7, expectations were high for the second half. It did not disappoint.
The forwards raised their game to new heights. The front row of Freddie, Peter & Sammy dominated the set pieces and won five scrums against the head. The forwards rucked well and the backs, especially Greg, made ground constantly. A very physical game inevitably resulted in injuries on both sides and also possibly contributed to the individual errors which ultimately cost us the game. However, the boys should be very proud of their efforts and they will certainly return to the to the UK much improved rugby players.
A Dad's Report
16 - 15 = +1
The Mums' Report
Golly our boys played so well today. It was extremely exciting to watch. There was a fabulous atmosphere and lots of support from parents, grandparents, teachers, pupils and even Greg's cousin's partner's sister, Petal, showed up! Right from the start the boys had energy and put everything into it.
The games had real pace from start to finish and we all felt proud and emotional to watch all the boys play in this way. Regardless of the score they definitely ended on a high.
After the match we were entertained by a delicious spread of food and drink, then back to the hotel, a quick wash and brush up and out to dinner.
A Coach's view
B Team L 29-12
As had been the theme on tour, the team started slowly and spent much of the first 10 minutes in their own 22. Tries were inevitably conceded and we were 10-0 at half time.
However, the second half saw a huge improvement an the last 15 minutes saw the best rugby on tour including a fantastic try by Ed Davies after several phases of play. The boys can certainly be pleased with their efforts.
A Team L 21-7
As with previous matches on tour, this was ultimately a missed opportunity to gain a win against a previously unbeaten side. After conceding an early try, the boys raised their game to new heights, tackling ferociously and competing hard for the ball. Henry Stringer scored a try just before half time and, at 7-7, expectations were high for the second half. It did not disappoint.
The forwards raised their game to new heights. The front row of Freddie, Peter & Sammy dominated the set pieces and won five scrums against the head. The forwards rucked well and the backs, especially Greg, made ground constantly. A very physical game inevitably resulted in injuries on both sides and also possibly contributed to the individual errors which ultimately cost us the game. However, the boys should be very proud of their efforts and they will certainly return to the to the UK much improved rugby players.
A Dad's Report
16 - 15 = +1
The Mums' Report
Golly our boys played so well today. It was extremely exciting to watch. There was a fabulous atmosphere and lots of support from parents, grandparents, teachers, pupils and even Greg's cousin's partner's sister, Petal, showed up! Right from the start the boys had energy and put everything into it.
The games had real pace from start to finish and we all felt proud and emotional to watch all the boys play in this way. Regardless of the score they definitely ended on a high.
After the match we were entertained by a delicious spread of food and drink, then back to the hotel, a quick wash and brush up and out to dinner.
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