Shaun Johnson 'hurt' but no rift with Elliott
Source: New Zealand Infotech Weekly
Wellington :: New Zealand | updated 2013-05-24 11:18:12 -0700 | sports-news
It has been the proverbial 'week from hell' for Warriors halfback Shaun Johnson. His removal from the game in the 62-6 loss to Penrith Panthers last weekend made him the focal point for the worst result in the club's history...
Right to time to step down - Noeline Taurua
Source: New Zealand Infotech Weekly
Invercargill :: New Zealand | updated 2013-05-24 11:18:51 -0700 | sports-news
It was the toughest team talk Noeline Taurua ever had to give. The players are so close to the Waikato-Bay of Plenty Magic coach that she refers to them as family, and at Wednesday evening's training when she let them...
Burdon: Forget the ref, let rugby public decide
Source: New Zealand Infotech Weekly
Wellington :: New Zealand | updated 2013-05-24 10:59:35 -0700 | sports-news
Rugby's issues with the television match official (TMO) should be seen as an opportunity, not a problem...They will come to the rescue of the TMO, that oft-criticised man alone, who is expected to provide an answer when no-one else can,...
Gym-bound Jesse Ryder keeping head down
Source: New Zealand Infotech Weekly
Wellington :: New Zealand | updated 2013-05-24 10:59:22 -0700 | sports-news
Fifty-nine days after the dreadful attack in Christchurch that left him helpless, Ryder is back in the gym...Insiders say he is not breaking any records, but nor should he, given his lung injury. Ryder has a story to tell and...
The introduction of the cibi and rugby boots
Source: Fiji Times
Auckland :: New Zealand | updated 2013-05-24 15:50:24 -0700 | sports-news
On their return home, the warriors heralded their victory by displaying flags one for every enemy slain. They were met by the women who would sing songs with accompanying gestures. The cibi was meant for open battle to inspire the...
The Lion tamers of '77
Source: Fiji Times
Auckland :: New Zealand | updated 2013-05-24 15:50:37 -0700 | sports-news
S famous victory over the British Lions in 1977 is regarded as one of the best moments in the 100 years history of the Fiji Rugby Union. The flamboyant Fijians beat the touring British Lions 25-21 in front of a...
Taranaki Mountain Airs in sharp return to form
Source: Wellington Dominion
New Plymouth :: New Zealand | updated 2013-05-24 07:50:19 -0700 | sports-news
The Taranaki Mountain Airs scored a confidence building victory when dispatching the hapless Waikato Pistons 97-71 in a National Basketball League match in New Plymouth last night. On the back of a three-game losing streak, the win is a timely...
Cricket: Help of major associations sought to plan tour matches three years ahead
Source: New Zealand Herald
Wellington :: New Zealand | updated 2013-05-24 11:18:01 -0700 | sports-news
Major associations are being asked for proposals on which international matches they would like to host for the next three summers. The intention is to offer them more certainty on what their requirements will be further out, and give plenty...
England's top three ready for Ashes - Stewart
Source: BBC
Auckland :: New Zealand | updated 2013-05-23 21:35:20 -0700 | sports-news
The first Test between England and New Zealand at Lord's turned out to be an amazing contest. On the surface, when you look at the 170-run margin of victory for England in the first Test at Lord's, it gives the...
Younger players encouraged to Stay In the Game (Fuseworks)
Source: Xtra News
Auckland :: New Zealand | updated 2013-05-21 22:20:54 -0700 | sports-news
Younger players encouraged to Stay In the Game Wellington Rugby, Fuseworks May 22, 2013, 4:45 pm This Saturday local rugby clubs and colleges will join forces to encourage younger players to "Stay in the Game." It is a new initiative...
Chiefs, Crusaders name sides for clash
Source: New Zealand Infotech Weekly
Wellington :: New Zealand | updated 2013-05-21 21:44:47 -0700 | sports-news
Israel Dagg has worked his way back into the Crusaders' starting line-up, but Robbie Fruean has been dropped to the bench for the second time this season. Crusaders coach Todd Blackadder has made five changes to his side for their...
In Eliminator against Royals, Sunrisers hope for run-misers to strike
Source: Indian Express
Auckland :: New Zealand | updated 2013-05-21 20:49:49 -0700 | sports-news
During the 2011 IPL auction, Pune Warriors paid $100,000 to sign Nathan McCullum. He played two matches that season, and didn't feature once in 2012...The New Zealand all-rounder is yet to play a game this season. In his three seasons...
Kiwis remain nonplussed by potential Vettori recall
Source: DAWN
Wellington :: New Zealand | updated 2013-05-23 21:41:13 -0700 | sports-news
New Zealand cricket fans reacted with mild surprise on Tuesday to news that veteran left-arm spinner and former captain Dan Vettori may be rushed into the line-up for the second Test against England at Headingley. News of 34-year-old Vettori's likely...
Turner to make senior tour debut
Source: New Zealand Infotech Weekly
Auckland :: New Zealand | updated 2013-05-21 17:20:53 -0700 | sports-news
New Zealand golfer Greg Turner will make his debut in a senior professional event on Friday (NZT) when he tees up at the 74th Senior PGA Championship in St Louis, Missouri. The 50-year-old Otago professional, who retired from competitive golf in...
NZ lensman jumps to death at Bandra hotel
Source: Indian Express
Auckland :: New Zealand | updated 2013-05-21 15:15:57 -0700 | sports-news
A 56-year-old photographer from New Zealand allegedly committed suicide by jumping off his 17th floor room at Taj Lands End in Bandra late Monday night. The deceased, John Richard Brimley, was suffering from depression and is believed to have been...
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