Brumbies Squad Named to Play the Force

Coach · 22-02-12, 10:45

The University of Canberra Brumbies have named their team to take on the Western Force in the Week 1 clash at Canberra Stadium this Friday night.

Head Coach Jake White has named six debutants, two of which have been selected in the starting line-up. Jesse Mogg will feature on the wing, while Leon Power has been called into the team at lock.

On the bench Ruaidhri Murphy, Scott Fardy, Zack Holmes and Joe Tomane have also been given the nod for the season opener.

Mogg and Power have both enjoyed successful pre-seasons at the University of Canberra Brumbies having come from different places to join the squad late last year. Mogg has been a part of the Brumbies Academy for the last two years and was also impressive during the 2011 John I Dent Cup with Wests.

Power has arrived from over the Tasman, working his way through the ITM Cup with the Bay of Plenty Steamers to a fulltime Super Rugby contract.

An aged grade All Black, Power has visited his past to claim a spot with the University of Canberra Brumbies having been born in Australia only to move across the ditch at the age of six.

For Mogg, the chance to face the Force on Friday night was the culmination of two years’ hard work.

“I’ve been in Canberra for a while now and the goal has always been to play for the Brumbies, so it’s encouraging to see that my hard work has been recognised,” Mogg said.

“Jake has told me to play my natural game, not to do anything special, just to do what I normally do.

“I see myself as a good attacking player, there are areas of my game that I will continually be working on but I’m confident of having an impact at Super Rugby level.”

Like Mogg, Power will be looking to impose himself on the game early to settle his nerves.

At 2m tall, Power will be a valuable asset in the University of Canberra Brumbies line-out, which is likely to compete against some of the best jumpers in Australian rugby like Nathan Sharpe and Sam Wykes.

“The line-out is somewhere I can see myself having an impact and something I’d like to be known for as my career progresses,” Power said.

“In New Zealand we play a very physical game in the forwards – I enjoy the heavy contact and I expect there will be plenty of that at this level of rugby.

“The Force has a quality team and will be difficult at the line-out, but we have trained well this week and I’m confident things will run smoothly.”

From the back three, White has selected Henry Speight on the opposite wing to Mogg and Robbie Coleman at fullback. The rest of the backline includes Nic White at scrumhalf, Matt Toomua at flyhalf, Christian Lealiifano at inside centre and Andrew Smith at outside centre.

The front row is all class, with Ben Alexander (loose-head), Stephen Moore (hooker) and Dan Palmer (tight-head) leading the charge up front.

Power is joined by Sam Carter in the second row, with Ita Vaea (open-side flanker), Peter Kimlin (blind-side flanker) and Ben Mowen (No. 8) the loose-forwards.

Anthony Hegarty, Michael Hooper and Ian Prior join debutants Murphy, Fardy, Holmes and Tomane on the bench.

University of Canberra Brumbies

1. Ben Alexander
2. Stephen Moore
3. Dan Palmer
4. Leon Power
5. Sam Carter
6. Peter Kimlin
7. Ita Vaea
8. Ben Mowen (c)

9. Nic White
10. Matt Toomua
11. Jesse Mogg
12. Christian Lealiifano
13. Andrew Smith
14. Henry Speight
15. Robbie Coleman

Replacements
16. Anthony Hegarty
17. Ruaidhri Murphy
18. Scott Fardy
19. Michael Hooper
20. Ian Prior
21. Zack Holmes
22. Joe Tomane

Buddha Handy · 22-02-12, 11:08

Quote:

Originally Posted by Coach

University of Canberra Brumbies

1. Ben Alexander
2. Stephen Moore
3. Dan Palmer
4. Leon Power
5. Sam Carter
6. Peter Kimlin
7. Ita Vaea
8. Ben Mowen (c)

9. Nic White
10. Matt Toomua
11. Jesse Mogg
12. Christian Lealiifano
13. Andrew Smith
14. Henry Speight
15. Robbie Coleman

Replacements
16. Anthony Hegarty
17. Ruaidhri Murphy
18. Scott Fardy
19. Michael Hooper
20. Ian Prior
21. Zack Holmes
22. Joe Tomane

We have to target that second row and hopefully our backrow will be too mobile for them.

So when is our team announced? I am not 100% on who is injured but assuming no injuries I would like to see this:

1. Pek Cowan
2. Nathan Charles
3. Salesi Maafu
4. Sam Wykes
5. Nathan Sharpe
6. Matt Hodgson
7. David Pocock (C)
8. Ben McCalman

9. Brett Sheehan
10. James Stannard
11. Napolini Nalaga
12. Winston Stanley (or Sidey?)
13. Pat Dellit
14. Nick Cummins
15. Cameron Shepherd

Replacements
16. Keiran Longbottom
17. Ben Whittaker
18. Toby Lynn
19. Richard Brown
20. Justin Turner
21. Rory Sidey
22. Alfi Mafi

Or maybe play Cummins at 13 and Mafi on the wing, given it sounds like he is in good form.

eleypinkbit · 22-02-12, 11:35

Brown Dog is definitely out for the first week according to a tweet this morning.
Squad announcement this morning apparently

GIGS20 · 22-02-12, 13:17

After looking at both teams, I think we've got the advantage in the second row and the backrow. We're pretty lucky that they haven't named a 7 Bam should e unstoppable, but we'll need to watch their three number 8s. Strong, straight running will be the order of the day I guess.

Watch out for the 10-12 channel, they have some talent there and we need to brush up.

On balance, I think I'd be disappointed if we lost it, but still cautious based upon trial form.

sandgroperrugby · 22-02-12, 13:20

Robbie Coleman will be tested if Naps makes a break.

mudskipper · 28-02-12, 19:59

Quote:

Originally Posted by GIGS20

After looking at both teams, I think we've got the advantage in the second row and the backrow. We're pretty lucky that they haven't named a 7 Bam should e unstoppable, but we'll need to watch their three number 8s. Strong, straight running will be the order of the day I guess.

Watch out for the 10-12 channel, they have some talent there and we need to brush up.

On balance, I think I'd be disappointed if we lost it, but still cautious based upon trial form.

what can I say... they'll do better against the Reds.. 9 Wallabies weren't enough against the Brumbies rookies... early days... Stannard was solid with his kicking... he'll only get better... I was pleased to see Turner get a run at scrum half...

brokendown gunfighter · 28-02-12, 20:09

get back under that bridge, Muddie

GIGS20 · 29-02-12, 00:13

Quote:

Originally Posted by mudskipper

what can I say... they'll do better against the Reds.. 9 Wallabies weren't enough against the Brumbies rookies... early days... Stannard was solid with his kicking... he'll only get better... I was pleased to see Turner get a run at scrum half...

Still disappointed mud, but you can't win rugby games without line breaks.

The InnFORCEr · 29-02-12, 04:55

Quote:

Originally Posted by brokendown gunfighter

get back under that bridge, Muddie

we'll be under that sme bridge staying at The Mercantile on Friday night, join us for a game and beer Muddie?

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Coach Your Humble Servant Coach has no status. Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Perth, WA Posts: XMMMCCX vCash: 176000 Praised 2,584 Times in 1,120 Posts Smote 16 Times in 15 Posts	Brumbies Squad Named to Play the Force The University of Canberra Brumbies have named their team to take on the Western Force in the Week 1 clash at Canberra Stadium this Friday night. Head Coach Jake White has named six debutants, two of which have been selected in the starting line-up. Jesse Mogg will feature on the wing, while Leon Power has been called into the team at lock. On the bench Ruaidhri Murphy, Scott Fardy, Zack Holmes and Joe Tomane have also been given the nod for the season opener. Mogg and Power have both enjoyed successful pre-seasons at the University of Canberra Brumbies having come from different places to join the squad late last year. Mogg has been a part of the Brumbies Academy for the last two years and was also impressive during the 2011 John I Dent Cup with Wests. Power has arrived from over the Tasman, working his way through the ITM Cup with the Bay of Plenty Steamers to a fulltime Super Rugby contract. An aged grade All Black, Power has visited his past to claim a spot with the University of Canberra Brumbies having been born in Australia only to move across the ditch at the age of six. For Mogg, the chance to face the Force on Friday night was the culmination of two years’ hard work. “I’ve been in Canberra for a while now and the goal has always been to play for the Brumbies, so it’s encouraging to see that my hard work has been recognised,” Mogg said. “Jake has told me to play my natural game, not to do anything special, just to do what I normally do. “I see myself as a good attacking player, there are areas of my game that I will continually be working on but I’m confident of having an impact at Super Rugby level.” Like Mogg, Power will be looking to impose himself on the game early to settle his nerves. At 2m tall, Power will be a valuable asset in the University of Canberra Brumbies line-out, which is likely to compete against some of the best jumpers in Australian rugby like Nathan Sharpe and Sam Wykes. “The line-out is somewhere I can see myself having an impact and something I’d like to be known for as my career progresses,” Power said. “In New Zealand we play a very physical game in the forwards – I enjoy the heavy contact and I expect there will be plenty of that at this level of rugby. “The Force has a quality team and will be difficult at the line-out, but we have trained well this week and I’m confident things will run smoothly.” From the back three, White has selected Henry Speight on the opposite wing to Mogg and Robbie Coleman at fullback. The rest of the backline includes Nic White at scrumhalf, Matt Toomua at flyhalf, Christian Lealiifano at inside centre and Andrew Smith at outside centre. The front row is all class, with Ben Alexander (loose-head), Stephen Moore (hooker) and Dan Palmer (tight-head) leading the charge up front. Power is joined by Sam Carter in the second row, with Ita Vaea (open-side flanker), Peter Kimlin (blind-side flanker) and Ben Mowen (No. 8) the loose-forwards. Anthony Hegarty, Michael Hooper and Ian Prior join debutants Murphy, Fardy, Holmes and Tomane on the bench. University of Canberra Brumbies 1. Ben Alexander 2. Stephen Moore 3. Dan Palmer 4. Leon Power 5. Sam Carter 6. Peter Kimlin 7. Ita Vaea 8. Ben Mowen (c) 9. Nic White 10. Matt Toomua 11. Jesse Mogg 12. Christian Lealiifano 13. Andrew Smith 14. Henry Speight 15. Robbie Coleman Replacements 16. Anthony Hegarty 17. Ruaidhri Murphy 18. Scott Fardy 19. Michael Hooper 20. Ian Prior 21. Zack Holmes 22. Joe Tomane __________________ Dear Lord, if you give us back Johnny Cash, we'll give you Justin Bieber. If a pizza has a radius ‘z’ and a depth ‘a’ then its volume can be defined as pizz*a.

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