Last weekend many of our boys were lucky enough to participate in a rugby clinic hosted at Joeys by Macquarie Sports with coaches from the ACT Brumbies. Generally the invites come through clubs, however, Macquarie Sports offered Joeys 30 spots (15 for clubs) and then upped this number to 40.

The boys were treated to games and drills which focused on both attack and defence and this was conducted by the Brumbies players as well as specialised coaches, many of who are playing First Grade in the Sydney competition. Even a little rain wasn’t able to dampen everyone’s appetite for rugby and only added to the rugby atmosphere!

After the clinic, the boys fortunes continued when they were given a rugby ball and kicking tee to take home, a BBQ and the opportunity to get some autographs from the players.

In speaking with the boys after the clinic it was clear that they had a fantastic time. Some of the boys have been playing rugby for seven years while others for only a week or two. The clinic catered for all standards and certainly didn’t leave any boy disappointed.

Daniel Copping (Gladesville) wrote to me on Sunday night showing his appreciation and commenting:

“I just want to say a big thank you for one of the best days of my life! I got to meet my idol hooker, Steve Moore and spoke to him for a long time. He did some hooker throws with me and said I was a natural. Thanks from me”

It is great to hear such wonderful feedback and genuine appreciation.

A huge thanks to Macquarie Sports – in particular to Mr Guy Reynolds and Mr Brendan Maher who give our boys the opportunity to participate in these days and look after the boys so well!

Photo 1:  Sam van der Burgh (Hunters Hill) escapes the finger tips of a defender in “Bull-rush”.

Photo 2:  David Burton (Greenwich) in full flight against the tackle bag.