Fw: Gnome Bowl - New Years Day

 

Folks, here it is, the laws for tomorrows touch run.   Cost is $5, please get there early and ready to go.  Please look over the enclosed Gnome Bowl rules and don't forget a white and coloured shirt.  Have a Happy New Year and see you bright and early tomorrow,  Da Thug

P.S. A hang over is not an excuse for being late or not showing up. 

Craig,

 

Thanks for sending this. I spent all night going through a thousand emails looking for it. I've made a couple of changes. Please send out the message below with the attached rules.

 

 

Centaurs, Nobs, and family:

 

The annual Gnome Bowl is upon us yet again and now is the time to read the rules so there's no misunderstandings. Remember that the rules are a combination of the Nobs and Centaur Thursday night run rules. I have highlighted the very important ones.

 

There is one significant rule change this year: ANY DROPPED BALL RESULTS IN A TURNOVER REGARDLESS OF WHETHER IT TRAVELS BACKWARDS OR NOT.

We have had some injuries in the past from aggressive ball reclaimation and so in an attempt to make it a fun day for all levels, the ball is turned over when it hits the deck.........other than from a kick.

 

 

So before you all bring in the New Year, memorize the rules, pack your kit with a white and coloured shirt, have your morning after elixers at the ready, and be down at the dome by 11:45(earlier would be better as teams will be drawn up as you arrive).

 

 

 

Have a Safe and Happy New Years Eve.

 

 

Barry

NOBS WORLD NEW YEARS DAY

Good morning to all of you across the Nobs World and a Happy New Year!  Just a reminder of the Annual touch run this New Years Day at 12 pm; inside the dome, at Burlington.  Get there early and ready to go.  Bring a white and dark shirt.  Cost for the day is $5.  See you in the dome; Da Thug

BOXING DAY RUN TODAY

Good morning everyone, hope you had a nice Christmas.  Don't forget the Boxing Day run around in Burlington at 1pm.  Keep in mind that is being run "outside."

Merry Christmas to All

On behalf of your executive, we would like to wish you a very Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy New Year.

May 2012 be another superb rugby year for all the NOBs and we hope to see you around the club this holiday season for the many activities.

Best wishes to all,

Chris

Fw: Sad News about Terry Marshall

 

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

From: Alison Marshall

To: barrie@gusgraphics.com ; bgoldberg1@cogeco.ca ; farrington.bill@gmail.com ; philip.nye@sympatico.ca ; christopherhowe@yahoo.com ; chowells@natus.com ; ctmorley@cogeco.ca ; craig@craighowells.com ; davidtaylor555@hotmail.com ; drock9@rogers.com ; derekneate@hotmail.co.uk ; freaforster@gmail.com ; fhrabiner@shaw.ca ; john@theleckies.com ; vikinglorraine@shaw.ca ; marcgodin@nb.aibn.com ; michele-mccarthy@hotmail.com ; nmc71@canada.can ; roberta99@sympatico.ca ; s.j.morrison@sympatica.ca ; bortherterencea@goodshepherdcentres.ca ; masesteg@catholic.org ; IRichards@welseyclover.com ; p.mchugh1@ntlworld.com ; cosltons@1umbrella.co.uk ; ajhalloran@hotmail.co.uk ; carmelhalloran@talk21.com ; john.colston@blueyonder.co.uk ; mary@hopestreethotel.co.uk ; sallycolston@btinternet.com

Cc: kmbmarshall@gmail.com ; myfanwy.marshall@gmail.com ; marshall54@rogers.com

Sent: Sunday, December 11, 2011 9:25 AM

Subject: RE: Sad News about Terry Marshall

Some of you may already be aware, but it is with a truly saddened heart that we share the news of our father's sudden passing on Friday, December 9th.  It has come as a great shock to us as Dad had been in good form and we had just had a lovely birthday weekend with him to celebrate his 79th on December 3rd and he was looking forward to Christmas.   A celebration of Dad's life is being arranged for early January in Burlington and once we have the details we will send out an email.  Dad also wished for some of his ashes to be taken back to Bristol, England and we will have a small memorial at that time.  

Attached is Dad's obituary which will appear in papers next week. 

Regards,

Alison on behalf of Kate, Gareth & Myfanwy

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Some of you may already be aware, but it is with a truly saddened heart that we share the news of our father's sudden passing on Friday, December 9th.  It has come as a great shock to us as Dad had been in good form and we had just had a lovely birthday weekend with him to celebrate his 79th on December 3rd and he was looking forward to Christmas.   A celebration of Dad's life is being arranged for early January in Burlington and once we have the details we will send out an email.  Dad also wished for some of his ashes to be taken back to Bristol, England and we will have a small memorial at that time. 

Attached is Dad's obituary which will appear in papers next week.

Regards,
Alison on behalf of Kate, Gareth & Myfanwy

FW: Terry Marshall

 Sad news attached.   Terry was a player and long standing supporter of Burlington Centaurs  and the Nobs.   He will be missed.

 

    Jack  Morrison

 

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From: John and Shirley Walker [mailto:jswalker@cogeco.ca]
Sent: Saturday, December 10, 2011 1:49 PM
To: 'Tina Nedza'
Cc: Sue Morrison
Subject: FW: Terry Marshall

 

 

 

From: john edwards [mailto:jgedwards@sympatico.ca]
Sent: December-10-11 1:40 PM
To: all members BWMC; Janice Beninger
Subject: Terry Marshall

 

Gentlemen& Janice, I am sorry to announce the passing of Terry yesterday the9th of dec. We have been informed by his daughters that cremation will take place shortly and a memorial service will take place in the new year. More details will be forthcoming in due course.   John

CHRISTMAS IS COMING

CHRISTMAS IS COMING! 

Good morning everyone throughout the Nobs World.  We are now into December and what a busy month it is going to be.  Touch is up and running; Thursday’s in the Dome and Sunday at 1pm outside in Burlington on the artificial surface.  If that isn’t enough there is soccer every Tuesday in the gym in Burlington at 7pm.  Barry Hyslop has asked me to remind you of the upcoming Carol Sing on Friday December 16^th.  A bus has been organized for the night with pickups in Burlington  and Mississauga.  If you would like a seat on the bus get in touch with Barry at barryhyslop@hotmail.com ..

Things start picking up after this.  December 24^th, Christmas Eve, the Centaurs will hold their annual open house and Carol Singing from 1:30 to 5:00 pm.  After a couple years absence, maestro Cye Beechy returns to lead the gathered throng in song.   On Boxing Day the 26^th; there is the Annual Boxing Day Touch Rugby Game starting at 1pm in Burlington.  A great opportunity to run off the holiday feast.  News Years Day sees The Gnome Bowl touch tournament being held in the dome at Burlington.  The event gets under way at noon with the champions being crowned by 3.  Come early and be ready to play.  See you on the pitch, Da Thug.

NOBS WORLD CHRISTMAS CAROL SINGING

Good morning rugby fans across the Nobs World.  Tomorrow is the first day of December, with Christmas not far ahead.  I have received a note from Barry Hyslop announcing the upcoming Christmas Carol singing on December 16^th; only 2 weeks from this Friday.   Before we get to that, last Friday was the annual awards night.  It was a fun filled night where we passed out this year’s awards, roasted Kevin Bloska and topped it off with a rousing rugby sing song.  This year’s winners were Brad Thomas as rookie of the year.   Eric Andrae as Nob of the Year, and Clarence Brown winning the coveted Clubman Of The Year.  Many thanks to Chris Mant, Rolf Thomas, Jack Morrison, Dave Tait and our MC. for the evening; Bob Nye.   Let’s not forget the lovely bar staff of the Burlington Centaurs.   Now let’s hear from Barry.  Remember folks, the Carol Night is just over 2 weeks away and Barry needs to know the numbers of who will attend.

 

From: Barry Hyslop

 

Craig, please let it be known to the NOBS that a bus will be going to Toronto (St Andrews) carol singing on 16th Dec, 2011.
We will be Leaving The Plough at 18.00, sharp. We will be picking up people from Tim Horton's at Winston Churchill Blvd at 18.30ish.
Please direct e-mails to me barryhyslop@hotmail.com  so that I can get numbers. Margaret Foster, as always, will be our driver (elf).
Barry

Barbarians vs Australia Cancelled / Cancelled

Sorry Folks
 
Long weekend in the States. Nobody at home to take our order so
regrettably no feed. Alternatively there is a delayed broadcast on Setanta TV
channel around 1.30 pm Saturday (for those that subscribe) so I am told.
 
Thank you to all those who reponded , the numbers were good but as you can
appreciate for a "one off" game we had to be sure it was worth opening the doors
before placing the order.
 
Our show has been cancelled. 
 
Ta
 
TTT

Barbarians vs Australia

 
Saturday 26th November
 
KO 9.30 am
 
At the BCRFC Clubhouse
 
Admission : (Christmas Special $5.00 )
 
Please confirm if you plan to attend.
 
We need to know how much money we are going to lose on this one.
 
Ta
 
TTT 

We need your support -Player's Dinner!!!

Hi All,

This Friday, November 25th, is our Annual Players Dinner and Awards night.

We need your support to make these events successful. If have not already reserved your ticket, please email me your confirmation or see any of your executive. I know there are many more players yet to book.

This night is not only for players as a great night of entertainment is lined up.

This is your club. Show your support.

Cheers

Chris Mant

 

RE: NOBS WORLD NOVEMBER 15TH

Hi,

Put my name down for the dinner, I will out next Thursday hight with my cheque.

Cheers,

Mike jefferies

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NOBS WORLD NOVEMBER 15TH

Good afternoon rugby fans throughout the Nobs World.  Last Sunday, longtime Nob, Dave Tait experienced discomfort while playing touch and under the advisement of the Nobs team doctor he had himself  taken to hospital to be checked out.  We are pleased to report that Dave says he is fine and will be rejoining us on the pitch shortly.  Rumours spread quickly up in the bar that he was trying to duck out on the $5 match fee.  All joking aside if you’re out running around and start experiencing chest pains or difficulty in breathing please get yourself checked out ASAP.  Over the past year we had 2 incidents where 2 of our fellows out running touch and experienced extreme discomfort had had heart attacks!  They are both doing much better now but things could have been different.  So ends the sermon.

  Touch is on Sundays at 1pm.  Last Sunday we had a great turnout, but there is always room for more.  Don’t forget soccer is on in the gym in Burlington on Tuesday evenings at 7pm.  Tickets are on sale right now for the awards night on November 25.  See Jack Morrison or any executive for tickets.  It will be a great night of rugby.  See you on the pitch, Da Thug.

NOBS WORLD NOVEMBER 12TH

Good morning rugby fans.  Just a reminder that touch is under way on Sundays, in Burlington at 1pm.   We are outside on the artificial surface.   The cost is $5 a session.  Tickets are now on sale for the Nobs Awards Night on November 25th at 7pm in the Burlington Centaurs Clubhouse.   Tickets are $25.  Get yourself off the couch Sunday and we will see you on the pitch, Da Thug

NOBS WORLD NOV 9TH 2011

Good afternoon rugby fans, where ever you are in the Nobs World.  The season came to an end last Sunday at the Cru.  What’s that?  Who won?   Under ideal conditions at the Cru the 4^th annual East vs. West game was played.  Turn out for the event was good as the game was played under sunny skies, with temperatures in the mid-teens.  There was cause for celebration as rugby good guy; Mark Radwanski celebrated his 60^th birthday and was presented with red shorts before the match!  Afterwards the Cru balcony was packed as the post-game celebration moved outside.  So; who won?  Rugby was the real winner, as it should be.

  As one door closes, one opens as our winter program is now underway.  Tuesday, it’s soccer in the gym at Burlington.  Thursday, it’s touch in the dome, and Sunday’s it outside on the artificial turf for touch.  That gets underway at 1pm with a $5 fee.   You have probably already heard that our Annual Awards night is Friday November the 25^th up in the Burlington Centaurs Clubhouse.  This event gets underway at 7pm.  The cost is $25 with limited seating.  See your executive for tickets.  See you on the pitch, Da Thug

NOBS Year-end Player's Dinner and Awards Night

Good Afternoon All,
How the season flies by! I would like to send out a huge thank you to the
many individuals that contributed to another sensational year of rugby. In
particular, Craig Morley and Peter Allan for putting together a steady
stream of great fixtures.
It is that time to celebrate the season with our Player's Dinner.
Activities include the awards presentation, curry dinner, roast (one really
lucky sole) and of course back by popular demand, the sing-song of all your
rugby tunes. Poker will follow for those interested.
Once again it will be held in the Centaurs clubhouse on Friday, November
25th starting at 7pm. There are limited tickets (45) and we hope to
accommodate all those able to attend. Please see Rolf Thomas or Jack
Morrison for your tickets. The cost remains a bargain at $25.
Don't miss out on this spectacular evening!
Cheers
Chris Mant

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Good Afternoon All,
How the season flies by! I would like to send out a huge thank you to the
many individuals that contributed to another sensational year of rugby. In
particular, Craig Morley and Peter Allan for putting together a steady
stream of great fixtures.
It is that time to celebrate the season with our Player's Dinner.
Activities include the awards presentation, curry dinner, roast (one really
lucky sole) and of course back by popular demand, the sing-song of all your
rugby tunes. Poker will follow for those interested.
Once again it will be held in the Centaurs clubhouse on Friday, November
25th starting at 7pm. There are limited tickets (45) and we hope to
accommodate all those able to attend. Please see Rolf Thomas or Jack
Morrison for your tickets. The cost remains a bargain at $25.
Don't miss out on this spectacular evening!
Cheers
Chris Mant

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FW: Centaurs Annual Winter Dome League - OPEN REGISTRATION CONTINUES THISTHURSDAY

For those interested in participating in the Dome league. (second hour
after NOBS touch on Thursdays)

Original Message:
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From: Nick_Manz@toyota.ca
Date: Tue, 8 Nov 2011 09:34:25 -0500
To: Nick_Manz@toyota.ca, davidgoodrow@bellnet.ca, fixtures@nobsrfc.com,
gary.whitley@sympatico.ca, hndmechanical@cogeco.ca, iamatheson@hotmail.com,
kbyrne@nitrexmetaltech.com, knowles8@execulink.com,
lucastwright@hotmail.com, michael.curran@peelsb.com,
milan.popovic@powerbev.com, nobel.kevin@gmail.com, piratesrugby@rogers.com,
president@oakvillecrusaders.com, president@nobsrfc.com,
secretary@oakvillecrusaders.com, vicepresident@oakvillecrusaders.com,
vp@nobsrfc.com, Bernetta.Scime@mohawkcollege.ca, ddevine@uoguelph.ca,
allen.shaun.m@gmail.com, spencerfullerton@hotmail.com, danpletch@hotmail.com
Subject: Centaurs Annual Winter Dome League - OPEN REGISTRATION CONTINUES
THISTHURSDAY

CENTAURS ANNUAL WINTER DOME LEAGUE

Open Registration Continues Thursday, November 10 in Dome 2 @ 7:55 pm and
will continue until November 24, 2011.

Dome 2 is located directly behind the Centaurs Rugby Clubhouse located at
the east end of Fairview Street off of Appleby Line south of the QEW
(directly across from the Appleby GO Station).

The Dome League will run from November until the spring on Thursday
evenings from 7:55 - 8:55 pm.

Running shoes or molded cleats with shorts and T-shirts are recommended
(no metal studs allowed on turf in dome)

The Dome League will be made up of 6 teams of approximately 10 players.
1st paid reserves your spots.

Cost is $100 (cash, credit/debit, chq) for individual players, we have
already had players from Stoney Creek, Brantford, Oakville and Burlington
sign up.

We need to fill the remaining spots prior to dividing up into teams. There
will be a draft for individual players to divide them up equally into
teams.

If you wish to add a complete team of approximately 10-12 players please
let me know as soon as possible. A discounted rate will be available.

The rugby clubhouse will be open for refreshments and food after the
games.

Look forward to seeing you out for this competitive touch league this
winter. A great way to keep your players in shape while continuing to
develop their hands and rugby skills.

Attached are the Dome League Rules, please review.

Please distribute to your members.

Cheers

Nick Manz
Burlington Centaurs RFC
nick_manz@toyota.ca
Cell: 416-908-9733
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FW: NOBS WORLD

 

 

From: Daryl Kletke [mailto:daryl.kletke@sympatico.ca]
Sent: Sunday, November 06, 2011 6:16 PM
To: cmorley@fisherludlow.com; general@nobsrfc.com
Subject: RE: NOBS WORLD CUP WORLD SEPTEMBER 21ST 2011

 

Carrie, you left your bank card and an open tab this aft. I took care of the tab and have the card. 

Please let me know the best way to get it to you.

 

 

Daryl

 

DOME TOUCH on THURSDAYS.

  Please note that we have now filled all of the places available and anyone wanting to join going forward will go on to a waiting list.  Let me know if you want your name on that list.   Please note that to participate you MUST be a paid up NOB Social member  {$80  annual}  and the Dome cost for this year is $135.

 

 

 

    Cheers,       Jack Morrison

NOBS WORLD NOV 4TH 2011

Good afternoon rugby fans all across the Nobs World.  Pablo has asked me to remind everyone of our final game of the year this Sunday at 1pm at the Cru.   If getting beaten up by your friends doesn’t appeal to you, there is touch on the artificial turf in Burlington at 1pm this Sunday and every Sunday until next April.  The cost is $5 a week, a bargain at twice the price.  Soccer is now on every Tuesday in the gym in Burlington from 7 to 8 pm.  One last thing tickets are to go on sale shortly for our end of season awards night, which is to be held on Friday, November 25^th.  That’s it!  Please don’t let Pablo down.  See you on the pitch Sunday, Da Thug.

NOBS WORLD NOVEMBER 3RD 2011

Good afternoon to one and all in the Nobs World.  I just got off the telephone with the Weather Network and despite the overcast skies we currently are experiencing it looks like the next 3 days should be sunny  and temperatures in the low teens, leading up to Sundays, East vs. West game at 1pm at Crusaders Park in Oakville.  Come on out as this is our 4^th annual affair and one last kick at the can.  The first 2 games were won in closely fought battles but last year; oh the shame!   The West was up by 4 trys with only 20 minutes to go and the East scored 4 unanswered trys.  The game ended in a draw but you wouldn’t know that from our East friends in the bar.  Pack the sun screen along with your kit and we will see you on the pitch, da Thug

Tuesday night indoor soccer

Ladies and Gentlemen
 
Just a reminder
 
Tuesday November 1st
 
Indoor soccer starts  in the GYM
 
7.00 - 8.00 pm
 
Come early and participate in the lavish opening ceremonies.
Guest appearance by Tevez.
 
Ta
 
TTT
 

SUNDAY TOUCH

 As of this Sunday Oct. 30^th we have the open astro turf field at Burl. for Touch from 1pm to 2.30 pm.   Charge of $5 per player (same as last year) 

 

  Look forward to a good turn out.            See you there.

 

 BRING   A  WHITE  AND  A DARK   SHIRT .

 

 

    Cheers    Jack  Morrison

Car Pooling for Saturday game at Fletcher's

Hi All,

For those interested, we will be car pooling from the Burlington clubhouse at 8:30 Saturday morning.

I look forward to seeing many of you out.

Cheers

Chris

FW: Glen Steen fundraiser

Glen Steen long time Harlequin and member of the rugby fraternity has fallen upon some hard times and could use our help.  Please take time to read the below.  Thanks, Da Thug

 

From: John Guilfoyle [mailto:johnguilfoyle99@gmail.com]
Sent: Wednesday, October 26, 2011 9:22 AM
To: Craig Morley
Subject: Glen Steen fundraiser

 

Hi Craig:

 

Many of the NOBs will have played with and against Glen Steen of Brantford Harlequins and the NRU rep team. Would you please post the following.

 

John Guilfoyle

 

Hello all--just to remind everyone about the upcoming fund raiser for Glen----please see all details below.

Both Marion and I are planning to attend on the Saturday so if anyone wants to send down a contribution we would be happy to take it for you. You can email me back and let me know or just send the cheque to my home address made out to:Glen and Darcey Steen 

2 Varely Cres. , Brantford, Ontario. N3R 7Z3

Thank you--Gooner

 

 

 

 

 

5 KM Walk, Run, Bike Fundraiser for Glen Steen

 

 

Time	Saturday, November 12 · 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Location	Coronation Park Tillsonburg, ON
Created By	MaryLynn Maerten Okkerse, Kelly Steen, Meghan Steen
More Info	On August 20, 2011 our friend Glen Steen was in an unfortunate cycling accident which required immediate spinal cord surgery and has left him in a quadriplegic state. Glen is a warrior and because of his determined nature and dedication to therapy, he is making gains each day. Check out his blog athttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13702209851322310590 for details on his Road To Recovery! You can also visit his Facebook Page, "G...len's Road To Recovery" for updates on his progress. After the walk, run, bike, we will be having a BBQ, along with a silent auction that day. BBQ and auction to follow at 2:00pm. Martial Arts Canada is hosting this fundraising event to assist with the financial challenges that he and his family are facing during his recovery. Please mark your calendars and plan to support this event if you can! Invite your friends - we want to spread the word to Glen's rugby, cycling, karate and public health friends and encourage all to participate or sponsor what they can! REGISTRATION AND SPONSORSHIP FORMS ARE NOW AVAILABLE! THEY WILL BE AVAILABLE AT MARTIAL ARTS CANADA CLASSES.  OR YOU CAN CONTACT MARYLYNN OKKERSE AT JAYOKKERSE@BELLNET.CA OR 519-637-1536 FOR A REGISTRATION PACKAGE.

 

FW: Last update

Good morning rugby fans across the Nobs World.  The RWC is over but our agents are still filing reports.  Today we have the final update from John Truman in New Zealand.  It won’t be long and he will be catching a steamer to begin the long trek home.  Thanks for all the reports John.  Don’t forget tonight’s game and to try and be there for 6:30, so we can be underway by 7pm.  Da Thug

 

From: John Truman Sent: Monday, October 24, 2011 6:14 PM

 

Hi Craig, we are now down in Queenstown in the South Island and will be going on another short boat cruise on Doubtful Sound tomorrow. We managed to escape all the madness in Auckland just before they close the streets around the harbour area in redainess for the AB victory parade. They were expecting crowds of 250,000.

 

I saw Dave Tait's update and we must have been in Mt Manganui at the same time. it's a lovely vacation area but of course the beaches were restricted because of the oil spill from the Rena disaster. What a shame for the locals. We didn't see so much oil spill but did see several containers that washed ashore and were spilling stuff onto the beach area. I also climbed the mountain and got a good look at the wreck still trapped on the reef a few kilometres out to sea.

 

Anyway back in Auckland we went to the bronze medal game and it was a disappointment not just because Wales lost but the game itself wasn't up to much. Everyone there except Aussie fans were supporting Wales and wanted a Wales/All Black finla because of the way wales were playing earlier but it was not to be. They looked really flat after the efforts of the French game and in the end we had no problem with the result. At least we won the anthem singing "competition" according to a NZ Herald poll.

 

The final though was something else again. One NZ Herald writer called it the ugliest game he had ever enjoyed. The atmosphere was supercharged and France did indeed show up as many predicted they would. In the end the close score made it nail biting and there were a lot of very nervous AB fans around us. They went wild when the final whistle went and when we got back to downtown Auckland it was pandemonium in the streets. What a show NZ put on though for the whole World Cup the organization was fantastic. Transport to and from the games was all free and plentiful. We wouldn't have missed it for the world.

 

Anyway see you in about a week. We are here for 4 days and then another 3 days back in Hamilton before setting off on the long trek home. Take care all...JKT

FW: Cup Day Game

Good morning folks, I know that a number of you were asking me about this yesterday and here is confirmation of a game this Saturday at the Square.  When Jason says sharp, he means 10:30 sharp.  Be dressed, be ready.  Nice little game yesterday at the Cru, good to see so many faces out on a beautiful autumn afternoon.  Thanks to Steve Scott for a well refereed game.  For those of you playing the Staff College this Wednesday please be there by 6:30, dressed and ready to go.  Let’ s not keep these guys waiting.  One other thing, we may be changing our game on November the 13^th to the 6^th at the Cru.  Stay tuned, Da Thug

 

Gents,
Just to confirm the following for this weekends game:

-Old Boys Cup Day Classic Game.
-Saturday the 29th of October.
-Fletchers Fields, Markham.
-10:30 kickoff "sharp".
-Aurora Barbs Field.

See you all Saturday.

Jason

MARKHAM GREY HARES

Fw: Tait Report

Good evening rugby fans, as we sit on the edge of the Rugby World Cup.  As you know there is also another big game as the Nobs host The World tomorrow at 1pm at the Cru.   Two big games on one day.  We have once again heard from our correspondent Dave Tait as we head into the final big game.  Hope tomorrows games are good ones, see you on the pitch, Da Thug

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From: "Tait David A" <dstait@mac.com>

To: "Morley Craig" <ctmorley@cogeco.ca>

Sent: Friday, October 21, 2011 1:18 AM

Subject: Tait Report

> Hi Craig,
>
> I am back on the internet again after some travels.
>
> We attended the AB v Australia Semi, it was quite a night. I am amazed and vehemence of the AB fans. I think they are really hyped about winning the cup and are prepared do anyone down to achieve that aim. The booing of Quad Cooper and the chanting of "All Blacks;  All Blacks" was quite intimidating.
>
> On Monday we headed off to the Rotorua area where a kiwi friend had lent us a lake house. It was a lovely place and we had two days there sampling the scenery and the wines. A neighbour took us out on their boat and we caught a 4 1/2 lb rainbow trout which we duly cooked and ate.
>
> On Wednesday we headed for Katikati and the home of Ian Thrush (ex NOB) and his family. On the way we passed through Mount Maunganui a very nice vacation town. We did see a cruise liner there and I now see that John Truman was on the ship. I guess we passed like 'ships in the night'.
>
> Ian lives on a small farm where they grow kiwi fruit, avocados and other assorted fruit. The house and the location are absolutely beautiful. Sally (his wife) has a lovely art studio there too.
>
> We had the pleasure of the company of Ian's son Jerome who plays second row for the Super 15 team the Wellington Hurricanes, and it was very interesting to get his perspective on the cup so far, and the progress of rugby in general from his perspective.
>
> We are now back in Auckland and readying ourselves to head for the Bronze Game. The general feeling around people we bump into here is that Wales were cheated out of a Final Place, and they hope that Wales wins tonight. The papers seem to feel that Wales will win as they will have more heart and drive than Australia. We will see! I just wish for a good open running game that is fun to watch.
>
> Here are a few photos from the last few days.
>
> Dave
>
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> Ian Thrush and little Jerome Ian View from rear of the house Mount Maunganui
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FW: RWC

 

 

From: R Thomas [mailto:rolfthomas@live.com]
Sent: Friday, October 21, 2011 1:02 PM
To: Craig Morley
Subject: RWC

 

Hi Craig
 
Forgot to tell you , Barry Goldberg is planning to open the Clubhouse for
the Final , live at 4.00am Sunday morning.
  
Ta
 
TTT
  

He's futbau crazy he's futbau mad

and the futbau craze has taken away the wee bit o sense he had
 
Ullo Playmates
(with apologies to big hearted Arthur Askey who coined
 the phrase when Hefner was still in diapers, the first time around!)
 
Can you say ? 
NOBS super social soccer starts soon 
 
YES this year is our 75th year in the Gym, feels like it anyway
 
Enough enough already
 
Tuesday November 1st

KO 7.00pm sharpish like.

runs through till 24th April 2012

That's 25 games, probably more than Tevez will get this season.
 
Cost ? tentatively set at $35 this year, HST you know.
 
Seniors discount is only on Wednesdays. Sorry

see ya there then ?

Ta

 

TTT 

NOBS WORLD, OCTOBER 21ST 2011

Good morning ruby fans all across the Nobs World Cup Rugby World.  Well the RWC is drawing to a close, Wales was sent packing this morning, but there is still more rugby Sunday.  That’s right; the Nobs host “The World”  this Sunday at 1pm at Crusaders Park in Oakville.  The season is drawing to a close so you won’t want to miss this.  This Wednesday, the 26^th we are back at Crusaders Park in Oakville for a 7pm kickoff against the Staff College.  We need to hear from you by Saturday if you intend to play.  Touch the Sunday will also be held at the Cru at 1pm so that we can all be one big happy family.  Oh yes; Sunday, France will take on the home side All Blacks in the RWC championship game.  See you on the pitch, Da Thug

Centaurs Annual Awards Banquet - Saturday, November 19, 2011

Please see the email below for details.
Thank you.
Chris

Original Message:
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From: Nick_Manz@toyota.ca
Date: Fri, 21 Oct 2011 09:27:57 -0400
To: cmant@cogeco.ca
Subject: Centaurs Annual Awards Banquet - Saturday, November 19, 2011

Chris,

I would like to formally invite all the NOBS to this year's Annual Awards
Banquet.

All divisions have been invited to this event and we would love to have
the NOBS represented in good numbers this year.

The banquet will be held on Saturday, November 19, 2011 at the Burlington
Lion's Club located at 471 Pearl Street in Downtown Burlington.

Cocktails start at 6:30 pm with dinner to follow.

The dinner and bar will be catered by The Dickens and is usually quite the
feast.

After the awards their will be a dance with DJ DoubleDutch (my friend
Emily Lewis from Honey West).

Tickets will be available for purchase over the bar at the club.

Tickets are $45.00 each or $80.00 a couple.

Hope to see you all the NOBS out to this great event.

Cheers

Nick Manz
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Fw: Update number 3

Good morning to everyone in the Nobs World Cup Rugby World.  We have received another transmission from the RWC and our reporter John Truman.

 

From: John Truman [mailto:john.truman@sympatico.ca]
Sent: Monday, October 17, 2011 6:18 PM
To: Craig Morley
Subject: Update number 3

 

Hi Craig,

Well what a weekend again. We have got over our disappointment and rage and are enjoying ourselves up in the Bay of Islands. The Cruise ship sailed up from Auckland yesterday and we will be going on to Tauranga and Mt Manganui again before heading back to Auckland for the last two games. Currently we're in Pahia a lovely little beach town in the Bay of islands.

I guess everyone saw the Wales/France game and have debated it to death. We just felt terribly robbed. The atmosphere in the stadium at the start was fantastic and the crowd belted out the Welsh national anthem as the French belted out theirs I have to say. But Rolland's decision just sucked the energy out of the crowd. No-one could believe it. In fact we all thought Warburton had been yellow carded and it was only when the stadium screen showed the ref actually holding up a red one that we all realized what was going on. a lot of the neutrals in the crowd felt that they had been screwed out of watching a decent game. Since then you can imagine the debate that has been going on including the panel of experts (ex Internationals from several nations) that they have on the ship. the French of course are keeping a low profile but everyone else is saying it was wrong. Actually the Welsh camp seem to have accepted it and the subsequent ban and are at least saying they are going to try hard to come third. So we'll see. The South Africans though are still sore about Bryce Lawrence so I suppose it's all relative.

As for the All Blacks they seem unbeatable. They play with an intensity that no-one else seems to have and would likely have beaten Wales in the final anyway. What is interesting though is that their fans seem genuinely relieved that they have reached the final. I guess they have been disappointed in the past. I think they can put 40 points on France so it could be the most one sided final ever. We'll just have to see what France turn up with.

Anyway that's all for now. will send a last update sometime after the final as we are heading down to the South Island early the next morning.

Haven't seen any sign of Monte or Dave but have been in touch with Steve Jack and talk about a small world, Jan has actually met a girl here she went to school with in Wales. She hasn't seen her in 45 years and she turns up with her husband on the ship in the cabin right next door to us.

Take care all....JKT

Fw: estimate quote for Hong Kong & China tour in Mar/Apr. 2012 & detailed description & photos for part of the trip for your reference

 

from: Nigel&Katarina

To: 'Morley'

Cc: 'A.D.'

Sent: Monday, October 17, 2011 10:35 AM

Subject: FW: estimate quote for Hong Kong & China tour in Mar/Apr. 2012 & detailed description & photos for part of the trip for your reference

Hi Craig,

 

Adriana and Richard Aitken from the Peterborough RFC would like to invite any NOBs or like-minded individuals to join them on their tour to China. This is not a playing tour but does include the Hong Kong sevens. Richard toured many times with the NOBs and Adriana his wife has many contacts in China and has put together a superb itinerary.

 

 

Hi Everyone:

 

Richard asked me to send 2 attachments to everyone. One is estimate cost/Itinerary and the other is detailed descriptions & photos for part of the trip.

 

Jim & Karen: Can you please forward this email to Ottawa Senator?

 

Nigel & Katarina: Can you please forward this email to NOBS?

 

Ed Holton: Can you please forward this email to Krocks?

 

Colin Campbell: Can you please forward this email to your Portugal list?

 

Richard: Can you please forward this email to Don Murphy & Belleville hooker – Karl Svobota who we met in New Zealand.

 

We need your confirmation within one or two weeks. As you know, the quote may change if we confirm too late.

 

Please open the attachment of tour descriptions & photos that gives you some ideas about part of our trip.

 

Thank you

Adriana

 

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Hi Everyone:

 

Here is the estimate of the whole trip for your reference. The quote is based on 2011 price and can not be guaranteed until we pay the deposit.

 

Hong Kong Sevens Rugby festival: mar. 23- 25, 2012. You have to buy your own tickets if you are interested in it. I found website "ticket wizard" from Australia who sells 1 day, 2 days, & 3 days pass. They are very expensive.

 

There are two groups:

 

Group 1: Mar.22 leaving Toronto to Hong Kong, Apr.5 from Shanghai to Toronto: For those who traveled to China before.

Group 2: Mar 23 leaving Toronto to Hong Kong, Apr. 11 from Beijing to Toronto: for those who have never been to China. (Extended tours to Terra-cotta warriors, great wall, forbidden city, etc)

 

Cost:

Hong Kong: 3 nights hotel: B.P. International House Hotel 3-4 stars: good location at Kowloon: about C$400 per room for two people for 3 nights based on 20 people; excl service charges & tax.

 

Group 1: Apr.5 group ( 11 days tour in China about 7 cities): total cost C$1880 per person incl. land tour, domestic flight, hotels (4-5 stars), 5 star 3 Gorgeous Cruise tour, high speed train, tour guide, sightseeing admission. Excl meals, optional tour, insurance, tips, etc.

 

Group 2: Apr. 11 group (18 days tour in China about 10 cities): total cost CS2900 per person incl. land tour, domestic flight, hotels (4-5 stars), 5 star 3 Gorgeous cruise tour, high speed train, tour guide, sightseeing admisstion; excl. meals, optional tour, insurance, & tips, etc.

 

Chinese Meals: C$8.00 – 9.00 per person per meal if you want to add on some.

 

Once we have exact number of travelers, we may can negotiate price a little bit.

 

Re: Air Canada non-Stop flights: based on 10 people for each group

 

Group1: C$1130/per person incl. everything.

Toronto – Hong Kong on Mar.22, 2012

Shanghai – Toronto  on Apr.5, 2012

Round tickets C$1140 (price quoted yesterday and may change)

 

Group2: C$1120 per person incl. everything.

Toronto – Hong Kong on Mar.22, 2012

Beijing – Toronto on Apr.11, 2012

Round tickets C$1130 (price quoted yesterday and may change)

 

Please let me know if you have any questions.

 

I would like to know if you are interested.

 

Thank you

Adriana

 

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Fw: Dave Tait's Report from Down Under

A rugby joke. A Englishmen, an Irishmen and a Scotsman went into a
bar........the Welshmen was still in New Zealand! Good afternoon rugby fans
through out the Nobs World Cup World. Dave Tait is now in New Zealand and
we will hear soon from him as to what's going on. I have been asked to
remind everyone that although we have a game tomorrow in BRAMPTON AT 1PM,
there is still touch going on this Sunday in Burlington at 1pm. Rolf has
asked I let everyone know that we will be soon playing soccer on Tuesdays in
the gym. He will let us know the start date and the cost of playing
shortly. I have been told the Centaurs club house will be open both
Saturday and Sunday at 4 AM for the RWC. There has been a Ravi spotting,
but I will let Dave fill you in on that. See you on the pitch Saturday, Da
Thug ....take it away Dave.
----- Original Message -----

Sent: Thursday, October 13, 2011 5:29 PM
Subject: Dave Tait's Report from Down Under

Hi Craig,

We are now ensconced in our rental house about 5 blocks from Eden Park, and
the houses around us are all festooned with flags of all of the nations
involved in the cup, but with a definite bias towards the All Blacks.

The folks in the local coffee shop and restaurant are very friendly and all
want to talk rugby, a great atmosphere for a rugby nut to be in. The papers
also full of all of the speculation. Will Richie McCaw be fit, the Welsh are
doing well, which French team will turn up etc..

Yesterday I picked up our friends, who are sharing the house, from the
airport and I ran into Ravi festooned in a Canadian sweater, looked very
happy and excited. We have agreed that we will keep in touch through email.

Last night our friends had arranged a dinner with David Pickering, and two
other Welshmen. David is the chairman of the Welsh Rugby Union, and is also
the chairman of the IRB Referees Committee. We discussed the refs for the
next two games who have been announced, but they will wait until next week
to decide on the refs for the final two games based on current form. By the
sounds of it, there is a great deal of in fighting as to who the refs will
be and the countries all have opinions on who they would like and who they
do not like. Apparently Wayne Barnes is not in anyones good books, has had a
poor World Cup, and will not be taking any further part.

Another interesting fact is that the WRU are opening the Millennium Stadium
in Cardiff for the game tomorrow, and so far have given out more than 50,000
tickets for people to watch the game on TV together. That will be quite an
atmosphere I would think. They are also going to be handing out 5,000 Welsh
flags at Eden Park tomorrow, so I guess we better get one.

Today it is nice and sunny although on the cool side, better than yesterday
morning's rain, so we are going to head into the city to take a look at the
Fan Zone near the harbour, should be interesting.

Having already met one NOB I will be on the look out for more.

Take Care.

Dave

FW: 3 Men went to the Bar

 

 

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From: Graham Lock [mailto:lockg@telus.net]
Sent: Thursday, October 13, 2011 11:28 PM
To: david rippon
Cc: s.j. morrison @sympatico.ca
Subject: Fw: 3 Men went to the Bar

 

 

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

From: Davie Graham

To: mcscrum@telus.net

Sent: Thursday, October 13, 2011 10:05 AM

Subject: Fw: 3 Men went to the Bar

 

 

 Rugby joke

An Englishman, an Irishman and a Scotsman went into a bar…………….the Welshman was still in New Zealand.

 

 

 

 

Fw: NOBS WORLD CUP RUGBY UPDATE.

Good afternoon rugby fans all across the Nobs World Cup Rugby World.  As promised we have our report from John Truman, down under.   First before we get to that we have a correction.  The game against the Staff College is on Wednesday, October the 26th at "7PM" not 1pm.  Thanks for all the calls and letters pointing that out for me; nice to see people are reading this.  This "SATURDAY" its the visiting Ottawa Senator's at 1pm in Brampton.  Speaking of the Staff College our early intelligence reports have them travelling to play us with a squad of 27 and a medical officer!  Looks like they are expecting casualties, we better have Keith on hand.   Have already heard from 8 of you who plan on playing that evening, hope to hear from more of you soon.  Let hear now from John, hope to see you on the pitch Sunday, Da Thug

 

 

 

From: John Truman [mailto:john.truman@sympatico.ca]
Sent: Monday, October 10, 2011 7:11 PM.

 

Hi Craig, wow what a weekend.

First off I have to start off this report with a correction to my last one. Mt.Taranaki does indeed have snow on the top lots of it. We were looking at the wrong volcano which is not hard to do around there. In the afternoon we drove back into New Plymouth and the clouds had cleared and thee he was in all his glory about 3 times bigger than the one we were looking at. Almost a perfect cone with a white top very similar in shape to Mt Fuji. Apparently it's called a he because according to Maori legend he lost a fight to another male mountain and had to run away to Taranaki Park.

Anyway we're now in Gisborne on our cruise before heading back to Auckland for the next round. Everyone around here is convinced that Wales will make the final based on their displays and the locals love their style of play. Actually given why's happening to the All Blacks re injuries they are not sounding too confident about their own chances now. Wales did look good though and the atmosphere in the stadium was electric. I would say there were slightly more Irish there than Welsh but it didn't seem to matter from a noise perspective. It was a sea of red in the end and no-one wanted to leave especially as the Welsh team came out to do a lap of honour and thank the supporters. Too bad Ireland had to lose because they played their hearts out but the Welsh defense was outstanding. Ireland could easily have won as they were camped on Wales' line but just couldn't punch it over. You could visibly see Ireland's heads go down after that spell  and in the end they ran out of steam.

I won't comment on England's display as I guess you all saw it but the French performance was quite a surprise. I also suppose you have heard about Tuilangi's antics as he got arrested for jumping into Auckland harbor from a boat tour.

We also went to the Aus/SA game which I thought was interesting in it's own way. I secretly wanted Aus to win but had to keep quiet as we were sitting in the middle of the Bok crowd so had to keep a little quiet. Actually I ended up thinking that Aus didn't derseve to win as they were very ordinary but obviously young enough to outlast the older Boks.

So on to the semis and I can' wait. Both games should be fantastic and the local talk is that everyone is happy with the pairings as all 4 teams are  playing fast open rugby.

That's it for now. Haven't come across Tait or Ravi yet but will be meeting up with Steve Jack in Auckland. Take care all and enjoy.

Cymru am byth...your intrepid Welsh reporter....JKT

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