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Thank you to The Roar for enabling me to combine my great interests in sport and writing. Specialising in biographies. If you would like a biography written about a sportsman/woman or anyone for that matter let me know. Go to peterdarrowmedia.wordpress.com for all articles.
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It would be interesting to delve into what makes a rugby player the virtuoso type as opposed to those who are more conservative. For…
Imagine having the skill and desire to run the length of the field without a hand laid upon you, scoring one of the most…
The man known as Caucau was a player described as “a magician and a nightmare” - but where did it all go wrong?
Time makes you forget how good some rugby players once were. Jeff Wilson is one. After reviewing his try-scoring feats I was reminded of…
As with any discussion there are two sides to the coin and this article is in response to The Roar's article about David Campese's…
Nick Farr-Jones was one of the great leaders of Australian rugby - and one who was even widely respected by All Blacks supporters.
If the current All Blacks could bring back one player from the past at the peak of his form to bolster their ranks, few…
Gregor Paul has written an article that should be read by every rugby administrator, fan, sponsor and media person in New Zealand and Australia.…
Because of his time away in South Africa, Clarke may not get the full recognition he deserved for his contribution to New Zealand rugby - but he left an unsurpassed legacy.
To kickstart what would be a famous trilogy many boxing experts labelled the ninth round in the first fight as “the round of the century”.
When you have players like All Blacks great Bob Scott being acknowledged as one of our finest players and fullbacks, it is no surprise…
When life dealt him a blow by not being able to play the game he found other means to follow the sport he loved - and did so for his lifetime.
While his Tests are few in number, his deeds are remembered by rugby followers around the globe in a fabled career.
It does not matter how much a person changes, they will always be remembered by some for what they used to be and what…
A fast, physically impressive and tough centre who was a sporting character and was also gifted with oratory skills along with a sophisticated sense of humour.
In 2007 he was inducted into the Australian Rugby Hall of Fame and in 2013 the IRB Hall of Fame, acknowledging his reputation as one of Australia’s greatest flyhalves.
He was born 1905, 1904 or 1908 according to various reports, in Wairoa, Hawkes Bay, and is remembered as one of the great Māori players.
I am a rugby fan hanging on by a thread to a game I have followed for over 50 years. It brought immense joy,…
He is still remarkably the only player to have pulled on the jerseys of both Australia and New Zealand, which elevates him to legendary status.
Proving today’s refereeing and officialdom is pedantic, making games unwatchable, is as simple as reflecting on the fifty years since the magnificent 1973 Barbarians…
Thanks Reds
Maybe amateurism was great when you were in the minority getting paid?
Majestueux! Serge Blanco - the fabulous fullback who typified French flair
They make it more technical than what it needs to be Frank. “Get ball, score try”
Majestueux! Serge Blanco - the fabulous fullback who typified French flair
I’ll add him to list BS
Sir John Kirwan was a brilliant winger - his work in mental health proved his character
Nearly 40 years ago! Feel old?
Sir John Kirwan was a brilliant winger - his work in mental health proved his character
He is on the list, will do soon.
Sir John Kirwan was a brilliant winger - his work in mental health proved his character
You can scroll back through my “published” list Reds. But feel free anyone to make requests!
Sir John Kirwan was a brilliant winger - his work in mental health proved his character
Wright and Gallagher were both very talented footballers.
Sir John Kirwan was a brilliant winger - his work in mental health proved his character
Happy New year to you too.
And he was a hell of a great guy to talk to, I will remember it for a long time Busted
Sir John Kirwan was a brilliant winger - his work in mental health proved his character
I wrote an article about Wright,never forgot that sidestep.
Sir John Kirwan was a brilliant winger - his work in mental health proved his character
Thanks sheek.
Sir John Kirwan was a brilliant winger - his work in mental health proved his character
Times have changed.
Sir John Kirwan was a brilliant winger - his work in mental health proved his character
There was some fundraising for him to start a business,did that work out Kai?
Rupeni Caucaunibuca: Behind all of the off-field failings was a brilliant enigma who brought much pleasure to rugby fans
That is dated 2018,maybe things have changed?
Rupeni Caucaunibuca: Behind all of the off-field failings was a brilliant enigma who brought much pleasure to rugby fans
My pleasure
Rupeni Caucaunibuca: Behind all of the off-field failings was a brilliant enigma who brought much pleasure to rugby fans
It would be interesting to see how his life has turned out.
Rupeni Caucaunibuca: Behind all of the off-field failings was a brilliant enigma who brought much pleasure to rugby fans
Exactly Jimmy
Rupeni Caucaunibuca: Behind all of the off-field failings was a brilliant enigma who brought much pleasure to rugby fans
Yes,even when he was overweight he performed well for Agen.
Rupeni Caucaunibuca: Behind all of the off-field failings was a brilliant enigma who brought much pleasure to rugby fans
Every rugby fan should watch it!
Rupeni Caucaunibuca: Behind all of the off-field failings was a brilliant enigma who brought much pleasure to rugby fans
Thank you Hamish for your honest articles this year, may they continue. I know you are probably reluctant to get involved in any stoush’s with Roarers, but it would be quite entertaining!
The shambolic Bledisloe half that turned the All Blacks' season around - and the call that made Razor's year
At their peak was there any better?
Fist pumping before it was trendy: Jeff Wilson - the brilliant, self-assured dual international ahead of his time
I’m still waiting…
Fist pumping before it was trendy: Jeff Wilson - the brilliant, self-assured dual international ahead of his time
Good mention of his grandmother Waterboy
Fist pumping before it was trendy: Jeff Wilson - the brilliant, self-assured dual international ahead of his time
And I thought their frosty interaction was a put on!!
Fist pumping before it was trendy: Jeff Wilson - the brilliant, self-assured dual international ahead of his time
You brought back some memories of bars in Auckland in the 90s,I watched it at the Carlton Hotel? in Newmarket. The days of Iguacu (Oak and Whale) in Parnell, Kitty O’Briens, Park in the Bar,DeBretts…
Fist pumping before it was trendy: Jeff Wilson - the brilliant, self-assured dual international ahead of his time
You’ll have a lot of fans with that team.
Majestueux! Serge Blanco - the fabulous fullback who typified French flair