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Perth to host rugby feast
July 8, 2019
Less than 24 hours before the historic Bledisloe Cup clash between the Wallabies and All Blacks in Perth, West Australia’s Western Force will put its unbeaten Rapid Rugby record on the line against Malaysia’s best, supported by South African Currie Cup team The Falcons.
With a family friendly kick-off time of 6.30pm on Friday, August 9, entry just $10, and an influx of rugby loving visitors in town, a big crowd is expected at Perth’s HBF Park.
The clash rounds out a 14 game Showcase Series in which Rapid Rugby’s high-octane 70-minute mix of sport and entertainment was introduced in six locations across five countries – Hong Kong, Singapore, Fiji, New Zealand, and Australia.
Matches in Perth have seen almost 60 points and 8.5 tries scored on average as players enjoy the freedom of Rapid Rugby’s laws that highlight their skill with ball in hand and provide spectators a fast, end-to-end, fun and exciting game day experience.
Malaysia Valke will bring a talented and well-drilled squad to HBF Park.
Former Wallaby Matt Hodgson, who heads up the rugby operations team at Global Rapid Rugby, said utilising the high performance and player resources of established rugby nations like South Africa to bolster local resources in emerging Asian rugby destinations has benefits for all involved.
“There is no question about the growth potential of rugby in Asia and right from the very early stages of establishing Global Rapid Rugby we have worked hard to develop a model to unlock that potential,” Hodgson said.
“Being able to offer support and experience through a mutually beneficial exchange is key to helping fast track rugby in these markets.”
Spectacular off-field entertainment has also been a feature of Rapid Rugby and the final match of 2019 will again include fireworks, performers and hair-raising stunts.
Western Force v Malaysia Valke
Friday, 9 August 2019 at HBF Park, Perth
Gates open & family entertainment from: 4.30pm
Pre-match show 6.20pm
Kick-off 6.30pm
All tickets just $10 & on sale NOW through Ticketmaster
https://www.rapidrugby.com/perth-to-...MODR649esD1uv8
I've asked the Force membership whether our season tickets for GRR cover this game, as we originally bought the season tickets expecting 7 home games, as we've only had 5 so far.
I'll report back when I hear something.
Don't tell me the sky's the limit when there are footprints on the moon
I'd be very surprised if our Membership didn't cover this match.
Membership for 2019 definitely DOES include this game.
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Not to steal the thunder from this thread, but not sure where to post this question. On GnGR they are saying the Western Force are playing Argentina in a pre-WC game. Anyone heard about this?
any word on tv broadcasting of this match?
Exile
Port Macquarie
"Let me tell you something you already know. The world ain’t all sunshine and rainbows. It’s a very mean and nasty place and I don’t care how tough you are it will beat you to your knees and keep you there permanently if you let it. You, me, or nobody is gonna hit as hard as life. But it ain’t about how hard ya hit. It’s about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward. How much you can take and keep moving forward. That’s how winning is done! Now if you know what you’re worth then go out and get what you’re worth. But ya gotta be willing to take the hits, and not pointing fingers saying you ain’t where you wanna be because of him, or her, or anybody! Cowards do that and that ain’t you! You’re better than that!" - Rocky Balboa
The Force website doesn't mention anything (https://www.westernforce.com.au/pert...t-rugby-feast/), but as they are going to try and get people to the match I wouldn't expect them to.
The SBS guide only goes up to the 29th July. A month ahead of time is a bit optimistic, I think.
Cross your fingers, and check again in a fortnight?
Don't tell me the sky's the limit when there are footprints on the moon
Exile
Port Macquarie
"Let me tell you something you already know. The world ain’t all sunshine and rainbows. It’s a very mean and nasty place and I don’t care how tough you are it will beat you to your knees and keep you there permanently if you let it. You, me, or nobody is gonna hit as hard as life. But it ain’t about how hard ya hit. It’s about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward. How much you can take and keep moving forward. That’s how winning is done! Now if you know what you’re worth then go out and get what you’re worth. But ya gotta be willing to take the hits, and not pointing fingers saying you ain’t where you wanna be because of him, or her, or anybody! Cowards do that and that ain’t you! You’re better than that!" - Rocky Balboa