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  • Sunday, 20. May, 2012

    A Final We Won’t Remember

    Congratulations to Leinster, who confirmed what we all know on winning the Heineken Cup, that they are Europe’s best side. But Rugby Rugby’s Howard Johnson would have preferred a bit more spice in the final match of this year’s competition…

  • Saturday, 19. May, 2012

    Eagles Camp By Position

    Now that Mike Tolkin has named the 36 players that will take part in his domestic camp, it's time to take a look at each position and determine who might make the summer test roster.

  • Saturday, 19. May, 2012

    Eagles Camp By Position

    Now that Mike Tolkin has named the 36 players that will take part in his domestic camp, it's time to take a look at each position and determine who might make the summer test roster.

  • Wednesday, 16. May, 2012

    Growing Rugby's Brand

    Professional and international rugby sides are good at growing the game where they are, but could they do more to reach out?

  • Wednesday, 16. May, 2012

    What SARU will get from World Cup deal

    SARU has welcomed the new compromise agreement between SANZAR and the IRB that will see financial compensation for national unions in World Cup years and a new kick-off date for the global showpiece.

  • Tuesday, 15. May, 2012

    Americans Square Off for Title

    Shawn Pittman and Andrew Suniula will go head to head as London Welsh and the Cornish Pirates fight for the RFU Championship, and possible promotion for the Exiles.

  • Tuesday, 15. May, 2012

    The ‘SBW’ & Skill Development

    The success of the Waikato Chiefs in 2012 is thanks in large part to the play of Sonny Bill Williams. The All Black has the size, speed and skill set that any rugby player would like to emulate and Rugby Rugby’s Kimball Kjar looks at one aspect of his game, a deft back-handed pass (‘SBW’), and shows its effectiveness and how players should add this and other skills to their game.

  • Friday, 11. May, 2012

    Rugby Weekend: 5 American Matches to Watch

    It is the busiest rugby weekend of the year for American rugby fans. We look at the five matches that any fan should follow.

  • Thursday, 10. May, 2012

    What Can England Achieve In South Africa Under ‘Lucky’ Lancaster?

    England have announced a 42-man squad to tour South Africa this summer, including one player who’s never even performed in the Aviva Premiership in his current position. Rugby Rugby’s Howard Johnson wonders just how the men in white will go on…

  • Tuesday, 8. May, 2012

    Tactical Changes Alter Eagles Attitude

    The Eagles have played well recently and much of that has to do with the tactical changes Alex Magleby has instituted.

  • Monday, 7. May, 2012

    Which is the brightest Sevens star?

    New Zealand stars Tomasi Cama and Frank Halai and South African-born Engand speedster Mat Turner have all been nominated for the IRB Sevens Player of the Year Award.

  • Saturday, 5. May, 2012

    Pacific Nations Cup Place For The Eagles?

    On Friday I spent the day with the International Rugby Board, Pacific Islands, Japan and Canada to discuss a potential new format for the Pacific Nations Cup 2013 – 2015.