Page 1 of 2 1 2 LastLast
Results 1 to 15 of 16

Thread: Kyle Godwin keen to make most of opportunities with Western Force

  1. #1
    Immortal Contributor
    Moderator
    travelling_gerry's Avatar
    Join Date
    Feb 2006
    Location
    Perth, Western Australia, Australia
    Posts
    18,483
    vCash
    5056000

    Kyle Godwin keen to make most of opportunities with Western Force

    WA Rookie sensation Kyle Godwin keen to make most of opportunities with Western Force








    Force rookie Kyle Godwin in action against the Cheetahs during the round six Super Rugby match between the Force and the Cheetahs at nib Stadium. Source: PerthNow




    WHEN David Pocock labels you an exceptional young man, a future Wallaby and wait for it an "Adonis'', you know you're doing okay.








    Meet the Western Force's newest rookie sensation, Kyle Godwin.
    Godwin will line up at inside centre for the Force against the Waratahs on Sunday afternoon at Allianz Stadium, and based on the 20-year-old's eye-catching form so far this season, it might pay to get along for a glimpse of the future.
    In his first full season, the skilful blond centre has already earned rave reviews and drawn comparisons with Matt Giteau for the Force.
    Like Pocock, Godwin was born in Zimbabwe but emigrated from Harare to Perth in 2000 with his family when he was eight.
    "My parents had a good look at the future of Zimbabwe and thought it was best for us to move to Australia. They did it to make sure we had a good upbringing as kids really, to have a brighter future,'' Godwin said yesterday. "I have some good memories of Zim. It is still a very passionate rugby nation.''
    After playing for Australian schools, the WA-product joined the Force academy and debuted at Super Rugby level last year. Though quiet as a church mouse, his Force teammates knew they had a good one on their hands.
    "Kyle is honestly one of the most humble guys you've ever met,'' Pocock said. "From the day he turned up you could just tell he was a quality bloke and had a tremendous work ethic. He is, actually, an exceptional young man.
    "He has got the brain for it and he's very skilful. It was just a matter of getting training under his belt. He was probably unlucky not to get more opportunity last year, but it's no surprise he's starting to do well.''
    Pocock, who revealed Godwin's nickname at the Force is "Adonis'' due to his genetic gifts, said talk about Godwin being a Wallaby in the near future isn't unreasonable.
    "I definitely think he can be,'' Pocock said. "One of the better qualities he has is he's pretty cool under pressure, and doesn't ever get flustered. So that's a great asset to have an inside back, and as time goes on and he becomes more vocal, which he seems to be doing this year, he'll definitely get into contention down the line.''
    Few people know Godwin turned down the competition-leading Brumbies to stay with the Force in 2013.
    The youngster trained with Jake White's strong side in the off-season in Canberra, but instead of joining Pocock, chose stay with the team at the bottom of the Aussie conference.
    "I was just there for the day,'' Godwin said. "Obviously I had the opportunity but I made my decision and I am very happy with the call to stay with the Force.
    "I am West Australian, so to be around my family and friends was the motivating factor. Michael Foley and Chris Webb had a great plan for me and I decided the best way to improve my rugby was to stay with the Western Force.
    "I am loving the opportunity and am very thankful for the coaching staff giving it to me. I want to just keep improving.''
    Based on Pocock's already glowing appraisal, the Waratahs may hope any more improvement from Godwin comes next week.
    Former Waratah Sam Norton-Knight is set to make his debut for the Force against his old side on Sunday. Norton-Knight joined the WA side after a stint in Japan but has been injured for the Super Rugby season thus far.
    "He's played 10, 12 and 15 before. He'll slot in somewhere there,'' captain Matt Hodgson said. "But he can also fit in as that utility player off the bench.''

    http://www.perthnow.com.au/sport/rug...-1226608670424

    0 Not allowed! Not allowed!

  2. #2
    Champion Contributor sandgroperrugby's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jan 2009
    Location
    Wattle Grove
    Posts
    2,082
    vCash
    5298000
    Great bloke and a great talent. It is imperative that the force keep him for years to come

    0 Not allowed! Not allowed!
    Generally speaking you aren’t learning much if your lips are moving!!!

  3. #3
    Legend Contributor Alison's Avatar
    Join Date
    Aug 2006
    Location
    Perth
    Posts
    7,308
    vCash
    5000000
    He is one of my niece's friends. She fully endorses the Adonis tag!

    0 Not allowed! Not allowed!
    Proudly Western Australian; Proudly supporting Western Australian rugby

  4. #4
    Rookie
    Join Date
    Mar 2013
    Location
    perth
    Posts
    73
    vCash
    5000000
    Aww Bless I'm sure you will be slagging him off when he goes over East .

    0 Not allowed! Not allowed!

  5. #5
    Veteran SNOB's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jan 2009
    Location
    Carramar WA (gods country)!
    Posts
    4,058
    vCash
    3469639
    Another great win for Au another great loss to Zims.

    0 Not allowed! Not allowed!
    May the FORCE be with you!

  6. #6
    Legend Contributor blueandblack's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jul 2006
    Location
    Perth
    Posts
    6,084
    vCash
    8876664
    Quote Originally Posted by Alison View Post
    He is one of my niece's friends. She fully endorses the Adonis tag!
    [ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pHzAA3-yZf8"]Adorable Adrian Adonis cuts a promo on Junkyard Dog - YouTube[/ame]

    0 Not allowed! Not allowed!
    "12 Years a Supporter" starring the #SeaOfBlue

  7. #7
    Legend Contributor Alison's Avatar
    Join Date
    Aug 2006
    Location
    Perth
    Posts
    7,308
    vCash
    5000000
    Bahahahahaha! You so funny BnB

    0 Not allowed! Not allowed!
    Proudly Western Australian; Proudly supporting Western Australian rugby

  8. #8
    Senior Player
    Join Date
    Dec 2012
    Location
    Willetton
    Posts
    669
    vCash
    5000000
    Kyle good man for staying loyal to the force show your other mate from Zim what good things can and will come from staying loyal to the Force.

    Kyle Godwin should be a role model to all aspiring young rugby players in WA to see what can be achieved if they work hard and make the sacrifices if they truly want to be professional rugby players

    0 Not allowed! Not allowed!

  9. #9
    Rookie Nic's Avatar
    Join Date
    Feb 2013
    Location
    Leipzig
    Posts
    140
    vCash
    5000000
    Definitely owning his spot at Inside Centre

    0 Not allowed! Not allowed!

  10. #10
    Champion SinBin's Avatar
    Join Date
    Mar 2010
    Location
    Perth
    Posts
    1,430
    vCash
    5000000
    Some of the better journalism out of RugbyHQ >[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d0Phjgty9ew"]RUGBY HQ - THE WESTERN FORCE'S KYLE GODWIN - YouTube[/ame]

    0 Not allowed! Not allowed!

  11. #11
    Champion UNCLE BOOG's Avatar
    Join Date
    Aug 2012
    Location
    West Leedy, WA
    Posts
    1,104
    vCash
    5000000
    I couldnt speak higher of Godwin.

    0 Not allowed! Not allowed!

  12. #12
    Champion GAFFA's Avatar
    Join Date
    Apr 2010
    Location
    Gosnells
    Posts
    2,179
    vCash
    5000000
    Quote Originally Posted by UNCLE BOOG View Post
    I couldnt speak higher of Godwin.
    if you stood on a box you could

    0 Not allowed! Not allowed!
    “Everyone knows whether it’s rugby, politics or whatever, front-rowers should rule the world, so to have a hooker at the helm makes sense,” Nathan Charles Western Force & Wallabies Hooker.

  13. #13
    (a.k.a. Mr Pinkbits) Stone Cold's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jan 2008
    Location
    Perth
    Posts
    1,327
    vCash
    5000000
    Quote Originally Posted by UNCLE BOOG View Post
    I couldnt speak higher of Godwin.
    Some helium might help

    0 Not allowed! Not allowed!
    coz Stone Cold says so

  14. #14
    Champion MI5_Dog's Avatar
    Join Date
    Feb 2008
    Location
    Rockingham
    Posts
    1,728
    vCash
    5000000
    Castration?

    0 Not allowed! Not allowed!

  15. #15
    Senior Player Macattack's Avatar
    Join Date
    Mar 2012
    Location
    Perth
    Posts
    647
    vCash
    5000000
    Perhaps try giving yourself a squirrel grip?

    0 Not allowed! Not allowed!

Page 1 of 2 1 2 LastLast

Similar Threads

  1. Cowan to captain Western Force against Rebels
    By theforceguy in forum Front Page News
    Replies: 47
    Last Post: 16-02-13, 11:29
  2. GODWIN RECOMMITS TO EMIRATES WESTERN FORCE
    By The InnFORCEr in forum Western Force
    Replies: 31
    Last Post: 15-08-12, 21:16
  3. Force Go Down in Season Finale
    By Darren in forum Front Page News
    Replies: 9
    Last Post: 15-05-10, 18:37
  4. Force Fail to Fire
    By Darren in forum Front Page News
    Replies: 23
    Last Post: 07-03-09, 19:21
  5. Force Score bonus Point Win Over Cheetahs
    By Darren in forum Front Page News
    Replies: 9
    Last Post: 28-04-07, 20:31

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •