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Palu considers options
Posted by stacey (Admins) at Yesterday, 2:44 PM. 0 comments
By Rachel Griffiths
Australia back-row Wycliff Palu could be interested in a switch to rugby league, according to his manager.
The 27-year-old is out of contract with the Australian Rugby Union at the end of the year and although taking up a new offer or playing in Europe or Japan seem his most likely options, he has hinted a deal with an NRL club could catch his attention.
Palu notched up some rugby league experience when he played for NRL club St George Illawarra in 2004, but failed to establish himself at the top level.
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Comeback
He made his comeback to rugby union the following year and went on to represent New South Wales and the Wallabies, earning himself the reputation as one of the world's best number eights.
However, a return to the NRL has not been ruled out by Palu, who feels he left behind unfinished business in the 13-man format.
Family-orientated Palu, who is not keen on the constant travel that goes hand in hand with rugby, could also be tempted by the fact that rugby league would keep him at home.
"I will always listen to offers on behalf of my clients," said Palu's manager Mark Jones.
"He (Palu) follows it (the NRL) closely and has a number of friends involved in the game.
"I've heard nothing from rugby league at this stage but I'm sure there would be some interest.
"But I would imagine the salary cap would preclude any serious offer from an NRL club. I don't think they would be able to compete financially."
Another factor effecting Palu's decision is the 2011 World Cup in New Zealand. The number eight is eager to be involved in the showpiece event, but knows a move overseas or to the NRL would make him ineligible for the tournament.
Discussions
"He's off contract at the end of this year and we're in discussions with the
ARU and we're also talking to a number of clubs in Europe and Japan," said Jones.
"He is keen to play in next year's World Cup and at this stage his future is very much in rugby.
"This next deal will probably be his last and he needs to set both himself and his family up for life after rugby." Link
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Australia back-row Wycliff Palu could be interested in a switch to rugby league, according to his manager.
The 27-year-old is out of contract with the Australian Rugby Union at the end of the year and although taking up a new offer or playing in Europe or Japan seem his most likely options, he has hinted a deal with an NRL club could catch his attention.
Palu notched up some rugby league experience when he played for NRL club St George Illawarra in 2004, but failed to establish himself at the top level.
\
Comeback
He made his comeback to rugby union the following year and went on to represent New South Wales and the Wallabies, earning himself the reputation as one of the world's best number eights.
However, a return to the NRL has not been ruled out by Palu, who feels he left behind unfinished business in the 13-man format.
Family-orientated Palu, who is not keen on the constant travel that goes hand in hand with rugby, could also be tempted by the fact that rugby league would keep him at home.
"I will always listen to offers on behalf of my clients," said Palu's manager Mark Jones.
"He (Palu) follows it (the NRL) closely and has a number of friends involved in the game.
"I've heard nothing from rugby league at this stage but I'm sure there would be some interest.
"But I would imagine the salary cap would preclude any serious offer from an NRL club. I don't think they would be able to compete financially."
Another factor effecting Palu's decision is the 2011 World Cup in New Zealand. The number eight is eager to be involved in the showpiece event, but knows a move overseas or to the NRL would make him ineligible for the tournament.
Discussions
"He's off contract at the end of this year and we're in discussions with the
ARU and we're also talking to a number of clubs in Europe and Japan," said Jones.
"He is keen to play in next year's World Cup and at this stage his future is very much in rugby.
"This next deal will probably be his last and he needs to set both himself and his family up for life after rugby." Link
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NSW Rugby League Western Sydney Academy introduces new weight and age restrictions competition
Posted by stacey (Admins) at Yesterday, 2:37 PM. 0 comments
by VERA BERTOLA
THE NSW Rugby League Western Sydney Academy has weighed into the ongoing debate on the unfair size advantage of some junior players by establishing a “weight and age” competition this season.
Based on a program already in schools for the past four years, the competition will initially encompass 11- and 12-year-old players in the lower divisions who weigh less than 55kg.
The academy, which includes the Macarthur area, will run a six-week competition out of Liverpool (Western Suburbs-Canterbury districts) and Blacktown (Parramatta-Penrith districts).
The competition gets under way on April 21 and will continue until May 26. It follows years of controversy over the injury toll when bigger players hit up against lighter boys in the game.
Western Sydney Academy junior league development officer Ben Rogers said 75 per cent of parents surveyed at a weight and age gala day at the end of 2009 indicated they would support a trial competition.
“We are not taking away from the junior leagues, just adding another option,” he said.
Rogers said there was no specific studies on weight and age competitions and this upcoming trial would give the Children’s Institute of Sports Medicine the opportunity to collect data. “Our plan is to roll out the competition again next year, whether it be a longer competition or involve older age groups,” he said. “We are just taking measures to help kids stay in the game longer.”
Western Suburbs District Junior Rugby League board member Paul Lake said he would follow the competition with interest.
“It’s something they have to try to see how it works,” he said. “Try, evaluate the outcome then hold further discussions.”
Details: nswrlwsa.com.au or 4725 6000. Link
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THE NSW Rugby League Western Sydney Academy has weighed into the ongoing debate on the unfair size advantage of some junior players by establishing a “weight and age” competition this season.
Based on a program already in schools for the past four years, the competition will initially encompass 11- and 12-year-old players in the lower divisions who weigh less than 55kg.
The academy, which includes the Macarthur area, will run a six-week competition out of Liverpool (Western Suburbs-Canterbury districts) and Blacktown (Parramatta-Penrith districts).
The competition gets under way on April 21 and will continue until May 26. It follows years of controversy over the injury toll when bigger players hit up against lighter boys in the game.
Western Sydney Academy junior league development officer Ben Rogers said 75 per cent of parents surveyed at a weight and age gala day at the end of 2009 indicated they would support a trial competition.
“We are not taking away from the junior leagues, just adding another option,” he said.
Rogers said there was no specific studies on weight and age competitions and this upcoming trial would give the Children’s Institute of Sports Medicine the opportunity to collect data. “Our plan is to roll out the competition again next year, whether it be a longer competition or involve older age groups,” he said. “We are just taking measures to help kids stay in the game longer.”
Western Suburbs District Junior Rugby League board member Paul Lake said he would follow the competition with interest.
“It’s something they have to try to see how it works,” he said. “Try, evaluate the outcome then hold further discussions.”
Details: nswrlwsa.com.au or 4725 6000. Link
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