NOBS News: August 2010

Monday, August 30, 2010

NOBS WORLD AUGUST 30TH

Good afternoon rugby fans through out the Nobs World. Last Saturday we kicked off the second half of the season with our annual visit to Ottawa. The weather was splendid, bright sun, warm with a pleasant cooling breeze. The Nobs had a tremendous turn out with 19 players for the game! The game started out in fine fashion with Eric Andrae picking off an errant Senators pass and dashing down the pitch for a score, with the game only minutes old. Ottawa may not always have the strongest team on the road, but at home they are a solid side and soon evened the count with a try of their own. We were able to put 4 trys on the board against the home team but they were able to match those and add a few more. A good time was had by all and our host’s put on a tasty chicken dinner for us after the game. We are currently trying to arrange a fixture at home with them in October. This Sunday there is no game but there will be touch at 1pm in Burlington. Sunday September 12^th we are on the road for a game in Markham and then back home for our 10’s on the 19^th. Have a nice long weekend, Da Thug

Friday, August 27, 2010

NOBS WORLD "FRIDAY NIGHT EDITION"

Good evening rugby fans, where ever you are in the Nobs World. Tonight here at Nobs World Headquarters we are looking at temperatures in the high teens and then over this last weekend in August we are looking at temps in the high 20's. The CNE is going full tilt, and parents everywhere are smiling with the coming of school. So what's going on in this weekend you ask? Well, what do the Nobs do on the last Saturday in August? We make our annual trek to Ottawa. Our nations capital and another visit to Twin Elm. We'll give you the full update next week. Touch will be going on Sunday in Burlington. Please come out and not disappoint Jimmy. last night we used the small field to the west end of the rugby pitch. Some of you liked it, some didn't, and some had reservations about it. After taking a poll of those who played up in the club house after training, we are going to continue using the field until we no longer can. We would like to make a rugby presence there so that in the future it would be considered as a rugby field to the city. I spoke with the women's members who used the field all summer and they said that other than the field becoming hard with the warm summer weather they liked it. This field could serve us well over the winter. The feeling I got from those who used it was that once the cooler, moister days of fall set in it will be fine. Lets give it a chance. One last thing. After refereeing last evenings touch, I noticed that people where wearing jewelry and watch's. Please take them off like you would for a game. I would hate to see any of us cut, [or any of the shorter, young lads who come out from time to time] on account of this. We can't have them on in a game, so lets not have them for touch. That's it! Like my Emperor for Life would say; "start thinking about the game !!' So it's early to bed and early to rise for Ottawa. See ya at Twin Elm, Da Thug

SAT. SEPT. 4th ONTARIO BLUES vs B. C. at Burlington. (Includes a University game and a 7-a side exhibition as warm up attraction)

The above day of rugby will provide some high quality rugby viewing. Those that saw the Blues play the Brit. Police and then the English Counties will attest to excellent rugby from the Ontario lads. It will be a day to be there.

Tickets for the ground are $15 but I have small supply of these tickets on sale to NOBS @ $10 each while supplies last.

Let me know ASAP if you want one and I’ll set it aside for you. First come first served.

Cheers Jack Morrison (905) 823-3361 or E/Mail s.j.morrison@sympatico.ca

Thursday, August 26, 2010

NOBS WORLD AUGUST 26TH Fw: Press release

Folks here is another news item for our man covering the Centaurs for Nobs World; Dave Burnett

----- Original Message -----

From: David Burnett

To: deburnett@sympatico.ca

Sent: Thursday, August 26, 2010 11:03 AM

Subject: Press release

Press Release August 24^th, 2010

September 4^th, Burlington Centaurs Rugby Football Club announces a full afternoon of exciting, fast paced rugby.

The Ontario Blues and B.C. Bears will face off for what is now a game of pride at 4:30. Although in 2009 they were runner up and winner respectively, this year they find themselves battling it out to not be the holder of the "Wooden spoon". Both teams found the Atlantic Rock and Prairie Wolfpack much improved teams this year and Ontario the closest to challenging both winners thus far. Over the years there have been many titanic battles between B.C. and Ontario teams of all ages and none more memorable than at the senior men's provincial level. Places for the Canada "A" squad selection to go forward into the America's Championship, played in the weeks following the conclusion of the Canadian Rugby Championship are still open and there is much to play for. After the great displays against the British Police and England Counties earlier in the year, the Blues will be out to prove their recent losses are a mere blip in performance and they are still the team to beat. The Bears are also "licking their wounds" also after their losses and will be determined to prove they are a better team than Ontario.

Don't miss it, it is sure to be a "Firecracker" of a game.

Beginning at 1:30 the Guelph Gryphons meet the Brock Badgers in their pre-season trial game. Both teams will be fielding a mix of veteran players from around the province and elsewhere and new rookie players coming into their respective university teams. Many talented players will be not only "strutting their stuff" to impress the team coaches, but also for the opportunity to be spotted by the Blues and Canadian coaching staff.

At 3:15, an exhibition game of the now Olympic sport of 7-a-side rugby will take place between the Ontario Blues and Niagara Thunder. The game will be played in the finals format of 2 ten minute halves with a one minute midway break. Each team will have a squad of 10 players 7 on the field and 3 substitutes.

The whole area will fenced and licensed and food and beverages will be available all afternoon sponsored by the Dickens, Etalia, s.b. Prime and Rude Native restaurants. These sponsors are also offering discounted prices for meals at their establishment's downtown with the showing of a game ticket or stub.

The field is less then 1km from the Appleby GO station so a great opportunity to ride safe and enjoy the afternoon. There is ample parking at or near the ground. Sherwood Forest Park is at the end of Fairview Street east of Appleby Line, south of the QEW in Burlington.

General Admission is $15.00 on game day; group rates are available for advance purchase. A limited number of Premium Admission tickets are still available for $50.00, please note 60% are already sold. These Include, exclusive access to Balcony area centre field, access to Clubhouse during games, light snacks and 2 refreshment tickets and access to outdoor enclosed field area facilities. 16 and under enter free, will need proof of age.

Advanced group purchase general admission only: 20 tickets $200.00, 10 tickets $125.00, 5 tickets $65.00

Advanced sales for group booking may be made by contacting either Dave Burnett – Secretary at deburnett@sympatico.ca or call (905) 336-9545 or (416) 919-4118 or Barry Goldberg – President at bgoldberg1@cogeco.ca or call (905) 320-0970

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FW: John Jones

Folks, here is a note of interest passed on to us from Dave Burnett.

From: David Burnett [mailto:deburnett@sympatico.ca]
Sent: Thursday, August 26, 2010 8:51 AM
To: Craig Morley
Subject: John Jones

Craig,

I received this email yesterday and thought I had sent it to all NOBS. As I did not receive a copy, I assume it did not go out. There are many NOBS that knew Jonsie and will be interested in this sad news.

Please distribute.

Thanks,

Dave

----- Original Message -----

Attached is a letter from Danielle Rheaume announcing the death of her husband and our friend John Jones after a lengthy and dignified battle with cancer. Rick

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NOBS WORLD

Gentlemen we now have use of the small field at the west end of the rugby pitch for touch on Tuesday’s and Thursday’s. This weekend we are off to the Nations Capital on Saturday. Touch will still be on this Sunday but I think those of you who are not going to Ottawa should talk it up among yourselves to insure numbers. Next weekend is the Labour Day weekend and there is no game but there will be touch on Sunday. Sunday September 12^th we are in Markham and then on the 19^th it is the Nobs 10 Aside in Burlington starting at noon. We will be looking for volunteers. See ya at Twin Elms on Saturday, Da Thug

From: David Burnett [mailto:deburnett@sympatico.ca]

O.K. I have confirmation from the Women's Chair that they are finished with the field and we can use it as far as they are concerned. I am also checking how long we have a permit for it. We may or may not have to extend it for the rest of the season. However, the Bubble will be up by mid October I think, more on that later.

We should tell Andy not to line the end zone anymore this season.

Friday, August 20, 2010

NOBS WORLD AUGUST 20TH. GOLF, TOUCH SUNDAY, LAST CALL FOR OTTAWA AND LAST WEEKENDS SOCCER AND PLATINUM OLDIES

Good morning to all of you rugby fans, where ever you are this morning in the Nobs World. Lots of action last weekend but lets first have a look what’s on the agenda this weekend. Saturday is the annual Nobs Golf Tournament. Jack and friends have everything ready to go, now all they need is the weather to co-operate. Sunday; touch is on in Burlington at 1pm. “LAST CALL FOR OTTAWA!’ Don’t say you weren’t warned. Rooms have been booked and rides are being finalized for next Saturday’s over-night trip to Ottawa. For those of you still sitting on the fence about going we have a special guest travelling with us to the nation’s capital and playing. No I am not talking about Andy Terry; it is the legendary Determinator, Dermott Fogharty. You don’t want to miss this opportunity of a life time!! One last thing before we hand you over to our roving reporters on last week’s events. The Burlington Centaurs are hosting the Canadian Rugby Championship on the Labour Day weekend. The Ontario Blues take on British Columbia. The Nobs currently have a limited number of tickets for sale for the bargain price of $10. See Chris Mant if your interested. Now, we have left the best for last. Two reports have been attached to this weeks Nobs World; one on last Fridays soccer match by John Guilfoyle and a Platinum Oldies account by Pablo [I’m now a Muddy York member] Malacara. Enjoy! See you on the pitch, Da Thug

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Thursday, August 19, 2010

NOBS Golf - We need an extra pot for corn

Hi All,

We have a single burner for the corn roast on Saturday after golf but we need a large pot for the corn. If you can supply one, please contact Jack Morrison: s.j.morrison@sympatico.ca. We have about 50 corn to cook.

Thank you.

Chris

Friday, August 13, 2010

FW: oval park directions

For those that need Directions for Peterborough tomorrow

Ta
TTT

From: numbercompany@hotmail.com
To: rolfthomas@live.com
Subject: oval park directions
Date: Fri, 13 Aug 2010 13:46:09 -0400

Thursday, August 12, 2010

NOBS WORLD AUGUST 12 2010

Good after noon rugby enthusiast’s where ever you are in the Nobs World. The weekend is almost upon us, and what a weekend it is going to be. Straight home after training tonight, you’re going to need your rest. Tomorrow night it is the long awaited rematch with the Burlington Old Boys Soccer Selects. We are looking to even the score, with the kickoff at 7pm at the soccer pitch located at the east end of Sherwood Forest Park. The park can be reached by taking Prince William Dr. off of Burloak Dr. Saturday we are off down the 401 to Peterborough for the Platinum Oldies. Equipment manager Jack Morrison asks that you bring a green playing shirt for touch. Sunday morning its back in the car as we race back home for the Dragon Boat Races. Other than that; nothing much is happening. Enjoy your weekend, Da Thug

Peterborough Hotel

Hi All,

For those staying over in Peterborough and need accommodations, the hotel of choice is:

Comfort Suites, 1209 Lansdowne St. West, Peterborough, ON.

We are still looking for a few more players to round out our side. It will be a great Saturday of festivities and rugby.

Cheers

Chris

Wednesday, August 11, 2010

RE: Peterborough Tournament - we are at 13.. just a few more guys...

We have just heard the following:

Nigel Davenport is in... not sure if he is overnight.

Rolf Thomas is in returning same day.

Pablo is returning same day.

Games start at noon at

Nichols Oval Park, Parkhill Road East

Peterborough, ON K9H 1R1

Cheers

Chris

From: Chris Mant [mailto:cmant@cogeco.ca]
Sent: August-11-10 10:46 AM
To: general@nobsrfc. com
Subject: Peterborough Tournament - we need to hear from you.

Hi All,

I would like to confirm players and transportation for Peterborough this Saturday.

So far we have:

Nick Parks

Nigel Morgan

Clarence Brown

Returning same day.

Staying over we have:

Jim Newcombe

Dave Burnett

Keith McIntyre

Dave Tait

Chuck Schandl

Kevin Bloska

Unknown/Undecided but going:

Pablo Malacara

Chris Mant

I know there are more of you eligible players I NEED to hear from. We are close to having a NOBS side. Come on guys, step up to the plate. Email me back if you are thinking of playing. We can arrange transportation.

Cheers

Chris

Peterborough Tournament - we need to hear from you.

Hi All,

I would like to confirm players and transportation for Peterborough this Saturday.

So far we have:

Nick Parks

Nigel Morgan

Clarence Brown

Returning same day.

Staying over we have:

Jim Newcombe

Dave Burnett

Keith McIntyre

Dave Tait

Chuck Schandl

Kevin Bloska

Unknown/Undecided but going:

Pablo Malacara

Chris Mant

Cheers

Chris

Monday, August 9, 2010

FW: FINAL DRAGON BOAT PRACTICE TUES 8pm

From: desmond jordan [mailto:thedesmondjordan@gmail.com] On Behalf Of Desmond Jordan

Dear Craig/John/Nick/Ali

Can you please circulate this one last time and also remind non-paddlers that we would welcome any charity pledges for paddlers in any of the two teams - Nobbly Old Dragons or The Dickens Dragoons.

Go to www.oakvilledragon.com and do your bit for the club and the community –Regards Desmond

Hi Team Mates

The final Dragon Boat practice will take place at Burloak Canoe Club this Tuesday 8pm-9pm. Please be there 15 mins early to get kitted up.

Ali Noble will be flying the flag as stand-in captain for both teams, so look for her and jump on board (the boat not Ali, of course).

Ali will also be handing out Admission Passes for the race day itself to save you paying to get into Kelso on Sunday.

If you have not already done so please register for The Dickens Boat online at www.oakvilledragon.com and pay Ali your $40.

Race day is Sunday and as always it promises to be a great event led by our two able Captains -‘Long John’ Truman and Naughty (nautical?) Nick Manz

Regards

Desmond Jordan

www.Sylvan2Learn.com

desmond@sylvan2learn.com

Direct 905 616 9084

Friday, August 6, 2010

NOBS WORLD AUGUST 6TH "HERE'S WHAT'S HAPPENING"

Good afternoon rugby fans where ever you are in the Nobs World. Lots happening in the month of August so let’s get right to it. Mr. Larry Doyle has asked me to remind you that there is touch this Sunday the 8^th in Burlington. Come out and be prepared to be mesmerized by the new Doyle2010! Next week there are events planned for Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Friday night August 13^th it’s the return soccer match of the BOTSC vs the NOBSRFC. john.guilfoyle@mohawkcollege.ca is the man to get in touch with if you’re interested in playing. The game is to be played on the eastern soccer pitch at Sherwood Forest. It can be reached by taking Prince William Blvd off of Burloak Dr, south of the railway tracks.

On Saturday August 14^th, the Kawartha Kroc’s are holding their Platinum Oldies in Peterborough. I know that quite a few of you are talking about going but please let Chris Mant know of your plans. cmant@cogeco.ca Sunday August 15th, the Dragon Boat races are set to go.

If that hasn’t left you winded the Nobs Golf Tournament is set to go on August 21^st with touch on the 22^nd. There’s still more! August 28^th the Nobs resume playing rugby with our annual visit to our nation’s capitol. If you interested in going please get in touch with Kevin bloskak@rogers.com or Eric eric@theandraes.com . They are going to be trying to put together rooms and rides. You don’t want to miss this. That’s it for August and as you can see lots to do. You can always get in touch with us at Nobs World and we will pass along your greetings. See you on the pitch, Da Thug

Wednesday, August 4, 2010

Fw: Batting Gloves ?

Good afternoon folks; a pair of cricket batting gloves have gone missing. Can you check to see if you picked them up by mistake and let Steve know. I haven't heard how the match went yet. How about a report for the masses who each morning turn on their computers hoping to see the results. Da Thug

From: jackstephen@hotmail.com
To: ctmorley@cogeco.ca

Hi Craig, Could you put this request out the the NOBS cricketers please? A pair of newish blue and white batting gloves have gone missing, I noticed when I sorted out the kit on Monday.
Can people check there bags in case they got packed by mistake
thanks
Stephen

FW: PETERBOROUGH PLATINUM OLDIES

…..and the beat goes on. Mr. Mark Chesser has sent out a note that ties in with the Peterborough Platinum Oldies. Sounds like a big day of rugby. Da Thug

From:

Craig:

I will point out the obvious: the 14th is a Saturday AND the Centaurs are in Peterborough that day, too...

Chesser

Gentlemen here is a note from Sam Baker of the Kawartha Kroc’s. Their oldboys festival is quickly approaching on August 14^th. Heres a chance to visit with old foes and friends. Da Thug

FW: DRAGON BOAT PRACTICE TONIGHT 6PM

Here’s a note from Des Jordan on the up coming Dragon Boat races and tonight’s practice. The date for the race is drawing close so please don’t delay. Da Thug

From: desmond jordan [mailto:thedesmondjordan@gmail.com]

CRAIG be really grateful if you could get this out this morning.-Ta DJ

Hi Folks,

There is still time to get in our second boat, The Dickens Dragoons, ably Captained by Mr. Nick Manz!

Sign up today and join our practice tonight. Can’t make it?. Don’t worry you can still join the boat just sign up and send me an email.

Go on to www.oakvilledragon.com go to ‘registration for individual’ and link yourself to our boat.

Email me with any questions.

Regards

Desmond Jordan

www.Sylvan2Learn.com

desmond@sylvan2learn.com

Direct 905 616 9084

PETERBOROUGH PLATINUM OLDIES

Gentlemen here is a note from Sam Baker of the Kawartha Kroc’s. Their oldboys festival is quickly approaching on August 14^th. Heres a chance to visit with old foes and friends. Da Thug

From: Sam BAKER [mailto:consam@bell.net]
Sent: Tuesday, August 03, 2010 7:34 PM
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Subject:

Hello All

The 14th of August is quickly approaching. I hope you have all marked the Platinum Oldies in Peterborough on this date on your calenders. I have had many responses and I am looking forward to a good crowd. Some of the guys are coming to watch and see old friends and have a brew.

We will be at Nichols Oval Park the new home of Peterborough Rugby. Registrtation will be open at 11am.

See you on the pitch.

Sam

Monday, August 2, 2010

NOBS GOLF SAT AUG 21 @ BURLINGTON SPRINGS START 11.45 AM

TO ALL PARTICIPATING GOLFERS : WE’RE INTO AUGUST NOW AND NEED TO GET PAYMENT FOR GREEN FEES ASAP. CAN ALL THOSE CONFIRMED WHO HAVE NOT YET PAID THE $53 PER PERSON GREEN FEE PLEASE GET A CHEQUE TO US. SEND TO ME, OR PAY ROLF OR I AT THE CLUB. (TUESDAYS OR THURSDAYS ONE OF US IS USUALLY THERE}.

THANKS JACK MORRISON 2589 BROMSGROVE RD. MISSISSAUGA, L5J 1M1

Last Thursday Game by Kevin

Ours is not the reason why - ours is to do or die. Into Crusader

Park rode the valiant 16. The Cru 4th (????) were young fast and ugly. The NOBS had guile and a winger named Mant. Like masterful fly fisherman we let them score a couple of tries and the float started to bob up and down. Second period saw a couple of Cru join us as injuries kicked in. Then the Mantster struck 2 tries at least 60 yards each. We settled for a draw (Although we scored last).

The Cru provided a great evening and raised tons of money for Breast

Cancer. The really good news is that no NOBS were caught in a dress.