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It's back, though this great competion went inactive so long ago the forth incarnation of the RWC (Rugby world Cup) is back! This year it's being hosted in Aust, and we can't wait for you to arrive!

As you can see, the RWC has a great history behind it (http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Rugby_World_Cup) and where now looking for 20 nations to join one of the toughest competions of all time-the rugby world up.

There will be 4 groups of 5 with the top 2 nations going through to the quater finals, then the semi-finbals and finally the top two teams will face off in the final.

Scores are done with a Starbyias Scorinator and we hope to see you there. If you join please post a team rooster.

Group 1
1 Liverpool England
2 Locke Harbour Blues
3 Michael Sticklandttttt
4 Harlesburg
5Normanism


Group 2
1 Starblaydia
2 Tonissia
3 Kaze Progressa
4 Platypus
5Spectacular Stefanski Sporks

Group 3
1 Aust
2 Vilita & Turori rugby Eel-Cat Things
3Aztec Kingdom
4 Adrasuvare
5 Muesilania

group 4
1 Milchama
2 Krytenia
3 Homieville
4 [NS]BlueTiger
5 Artitsa

Fixtures will be posted shortly.

Liverpool England are back in.

Roster
1. Walter Bush
2. Stephen Colin
3. Travis Larsen
4. Timothy Lupo
5. Bobby Barreto
6. Jeremy Walls
7. Henry George
8. David Hixson
9. Bryan Esquibel
10. Justin Hailey
11. Stephen Feeley
12. Henry Larkin
13. Arthur Bogle
14. Edward Redmon
15. Michael Poteat
16. Adam Tran (SUB)
17. Mike Cato (SUB)
18. Kenneth Tubbs (SUB)
19. Russell Wickham (SUB)
20. Russell Turnbull (SUB)

1 Loosehead Prop 2 Hooker 3 Tighthead Prop 4 Lock 5 Lock 6 Blindside Flanker 7 Openside Flanker 8 Number 8 9 Scrum Half 10 Fly-half 11 Left Wing 12 Inside Centre 13 Outside Centre 14 Right Wing 15 Fullback

Positions in order of jersey numbers. (as taken off Wikipedia)

We'll sign-up, hoping our own scorinator will be kind to us in the hands of someone else.

Same team (http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Starblaydia_Rugby_Union_Team) as before, they've got a formation graphic somewhere, too.

EDIT: There we are!

http://www.starblaydestudios.co.uk/Images/RugbyTeam.jpg

Thank you adn BUMP

Unfortunately the rugby while a popular sport is not widely played in Milchama. So instead of rugby players the Milchama team is all made up of Suicide Footballer and Aussie Rules Football players.
1. Marian Luppers
2. Ray Koremary
3. Lyle Floosher
4. Kevin Gilbert
5. Ulton Fennerborough
6. Melech Giles
7. Kenny Parks
8. Danny Limeron
9. Jonny Romeman
10. Terry Cormack
11. Raveed Shulman
12. Makos Jurosh
13. Bobby Sachkani
14. Terry Daneski
15. Corey Battenpush
Subs:
16. Yoni Fleen
17. Jacob Torbinski
18. Yaacov Machnochi
19. Thomas Dulen
20. Perry Flortenson
21. Chester Millar
22. Tucker Midel
23. Miles Cherren
24. Bob Tuuuune
25. Leo Faziz

1)Dan Stockdale,
2)Chris Ripley,
3)Rys davis,
4)Stephen Cuthbert,
5)Karl Finlayson,
6)Gregor Robertson,
7)James Perch
8)Tom Corkell

9) Chris Howick
10) Harry Rushmore

11) Jonny Moore
12) Jason Write
13)James Austin
14) Liam Ray
15) Joel Gill

Vilita & Turori rugby Eel-Cat Things!

Yup, Krytenia plays a bit of rugby too!

1. Jamal HARRIS
2. Mike TIGOVAR
3. Jermaine SULEMAN
4. Hal LUSHMANN
5. Keith FLINT
6. Yannick COLLINA
7. Lionel DUGASH
8. Trevor ACHTEBURG
9. George DEMIS
10. Robert VLIGOS
11. Owen ZENNOR
12. Paul KIGHTLEY
13. Marlon CORNFORTH
14. Bill ELLIS
15. Vernon HOFMEISTER

Replacements to be announced.

The nation of PopularFreedom will be represented by the newest team in our league, the PRL (PopularFreedom Rugby League), the Locke Harbour Blues (http://www.geocities.com/PopularFreedomTicker/2005-04-19-001.htm).

The team plays at the Locke Harbour Stadium (http://img217.echo.cx/img217/7897/lhs21980downtown5la.png) in the neighbourhood of Locke Harbour South. The link attached shows a photo of Locke Harbour Stadium in 1980. There is a huge rivalry within the city in regards to rugby and with Locke Harbour South just getting an expansion franchise to compete against the Locke Harbour Dragons (http://www.geocities.com/PopularFreedomTicker/2005-04-04-001.htm) (from Locke Harbour North (http://img217.echo.cx/img217/2033/lhn1982downtown3dl.png)) definetly this season will be interesting!

Locke Harbour South will be fielding the following team at the tournament:

1 John Collins (Prop)
2 Peter Sinclair (Hooker)
3 Jason Smith (Prop)
4 Timothy Ziere (Flanker)
5 Paul Walters (Lock)
6 Kevin O'Malley (Lock)
7 William Ritter (Flanker)
8 Bob Erickson (8-man)
9 John Carruthers (Scrum-Half)
10 Glenn Connaught (Fly-Half)
11 Andrew Stevens (Inside Centre)
12 Jason Uruguay (Outside Centre)
13 Patrick Botts (Winger)
14 Richard Anderson (Winger)
15 Josh Meolo (Fullback)
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SUBS:

16 Ivan Philip (Prop, Flanker)
17 Justin Glencoe (Hooker)
18 Howard Listeri (Lock, 8-Man)
19 Ricky Vanderli (Scrum-Half, Fly-Half)
20 Ollie Maxwell (Centre, Winger, Fullback)
21 Adam Atkinson (Flanker, Centre)

The team has a lot of speed (both in the flankers and in their backs) and will be kicking and pursuing a lot.

Finally, the national newspaper in PopularFreedom has published an article about our representing the nation of PopularFreedom in the Rugby World Cup. With Rugby being the national sport of the nation no doubt many eyes will be watching this tournament from our beloved nation.

ARTICLE CLICK HERE (http://www.geocities.com/popularfreedomticker/2005-09-17-001.htm)

Rugby is a popular sport among the Militia so we will sign them up

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The Nation of MIchael Sticklandttttt wishes to join this cup. The team will be:
Coach:Michael Stickland 42
1 John Daved (Prop)
2 Michael Sinclair (Hooker)
3 Tom Yopal (Prop)
4 Tim Kimsterr (Flanker)
5 Paul Walker (Lock)
6 Danny Wallace (Lock)
7 Bob Derson(Flanker)
8 Ferw Hertmann (8-man)
9 Bill Death (Scrum-Half)
10 Andy Weatajon (Fly-Half)
11 Gerd Surnamy (Inside Centre)
12 Hernan Despo (Outside Centre)
13 Nick Stickland(Winger)
14 Richard Loboson (Winger)
15 Robby Bywater (Fullback)
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SUBS:

16 Gosh Ullop (Prop, Flanker)
17 Damn Hempen (Hooker)
18 Howey Gejor (Lock, 8-Man)
19 Richard Ashcroft (Scrum-Half, Fly-Half)
20 Maxwell Stamp (Centre, Winger, Fullback)
21 Gayemann Kulyoen (Flanker, Centre)
The team are a mix of speed and power. The speed coming from 100 meter sprinters Nick Stickland and Richard Loboson both have gone sub 10 secs. The power coming from the drugged up forward line. The coach is pleased to say that the team hope to score at least 20 points in all there games with the way trainnig is going.
Please could I be telagramed when tournament begains

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Kaze Progressa enter this competition hoping to avoid humiliation. Team list is here (http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Kaze_Progressa_RWC4_team).

Thank you for entering.

The Aztec Kingdom wishes to enter its first international competition.

I would like to sign up please as Homieville

How do you play? Also, The Grand Rodential President wishes to join if the rules are discovered. I'm confused! :cool:

Harlesburg signup

How do you play? Also, The Grand Rodential President wishes to join if the rules are discovered. I'm confused! :cool:
It might get a bit complicated but....

The Rules of rugby:

Rugby Union is a team sport that was developed from the rules used to play football at Rugby School in England. Two teams, each of 15 players have the task of outscoring the opposing team. Players clutch a prolate spheroid ball in their hands or arms, and may pass it backwards or laterally across the pitch, or kick it in any direction. The opposing players attempt to halt the ball-carrier by tackling him or her with their arms and bodies. When tackled, the ball carrier must release the ball, at which time a contest for possession of the ball commences (either a ruck or a maul).

The game is closely related to rugby league. The main points of difference are the number of players per side (league has 13, union 15), the number of tackles allowed before a change of posession (league is limited to six, union has no limit), and league's use of the play the ball rule.

The International Rugby Board (IRB), founded in 1886, governs the sport and also publishes the game's laws.

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In more depth
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rugby_Union

I'll join, if I can. team name :Platypus'

My team is as follows:
1.Philip Neilson
2.Jon Williams
3.Brian Haywood
4.Jeff McPhereson
5.Gregg Philips
6.John Walters
7.Tim Tindal
8.Drew Greene
9.Oliver Howel
10.Nick Stefanskii
11.Eric Stefanskii
12.William Neville
13.Todd Meyers
14.Robert Hille
15.Garret Rice

Thank you, you are in group 3.

We would like to enter as well...

Starters: 1. John Storville 2. Patrice Lancerrelle 3. Manuel Canazarile
4. Brian Stewart 5. Thomas Humbert 6. Geoffrey Hilliard 7. Charlie Wishard
8. Nathaniel Hawkley 9. John Parrish 10. Alan Loweller 11. William Spencer
12. Rafael Santareina 13. Daniel Seagrave 14. Timothy Rushland
15. John Leighton

Interchange:16. Phillip Steward 17. Michael Crawley 18. Robert Davidson
19. Brian Ayreton 20. Mitchell Crawford 21.Daniel Raverford 22. Patrice Lasovier

Rugby Players Of The National Rugby Leaguea of Homieville

1.Terrel Francis
2.Gilbert Blake
3.Mike Johns
4.Rodrick Lewis
5.Matt Coluor
6.Mario Neorovia
7.LeBron Playa
8.Travis Opal
9.Andy Abraham
10.Julius Husler
11.Zurich Carter
12.Trevor Woodman
13.Andy Farrell
14.Martin Rosslyn
15.John Ming
-Substitutions-
1.Shethon Marbury
2.Karl Spirit
3.Lewis Wright
4.Lance Harris
5.Robert Dyce
6.Jack Illuisus
7.William Deneio
8.Donavin Kiepskich

BlueTiger wishes to join, if there is still room.

If there is still room, we will post a list.

Thank you all

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Four spaces left. C'mon people, you know you wanna join! http://forums.jolt.co.uk/newreply.php?do=newreply&noquote=1&p=9672966#
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Aust: if you want to start with four groups of four rather than go with the Rugby World Cup 2003 format and wait for four more teams to fill it, that might be possible - but it is up to you entirely.

I would need a vote for it, but we could do that, I'll wait for the end of today and then, if there are no more signees, I'll change it.

I'll keep it open until tomorrow.

The Empire of Normanism has resurrected its old team and is prepared to take the field:

Jerry Collins
Daniel Braid
Brad Thorn
Kees Meeuws
Mils Muliaina
Doug Howlett
Jimmy Tulip
Lars Fredrickson
Ryan Norman
Kyle Norman
Samuel Allison
Seth King
Bobby Wilson
Daniel Bergin
Stephen Srubas

Alternates:
Bradley Bergin
Jack O'Connell
Mike Fox
Phil Templar
Ryan Radio

A breakdown of key Empire of Normanism Falcon's Players:

Mils Muliaina: The best fullback of the century coming out of EON, Muliaina continued his exceptional form of 2004, proving hard to contain on counter-attack during international friendly matches of the Falcons recent tour. Most teams wisely didn't kick to him often in the 2004 U21 World Cup, while other teams paid the price for doing so. Could possibly be the answer at center in coming seasons if his knees hold out.

Jerry Collins: Has enhanced his tough reputation after completing last season with 2 broken legs (whilst playing a full match with a small spiral fracture of his right leg). The injuries seem to have healed well in the off season. Outstanding in training, particularly considering he was nursing rib pain, but was shut out in the first international friendly match of the Falcons 2005 tour. Could be a handful if less one-dimensional in possession.

Jack O'Connell: Emerged superbly from the qualifiers for World Cup 4 and unlucky not to be named a starter, though the rumor mill says he had a falling out with the coach. The good news is he is healthy and on the roster. His power and athleticism continue to impress all who watch him although he is penalised more than he should be.

Jimmy Tulip: Nobody knows who this old balding man is, though he appeared to hold his own in a recent friendlies played. A kinda slow for a back, but has good form and execution.

Daniel Bergin: This wily prop proved his skills in the qualifying rounds and recent friendly matches and has earned himself a reputation for taking and receiving viscious hits along with his starting spot for the World Cup. Look for him to be a steady fixture in the years to come.

Stephen Srubas: As the ill tempered old man of the squad, Srubas has been a staple on the Falcons World Cup squad. A hard tackling, tough guy, who likes to let the score do the talking. Looked kinda rough in the qualifying rounds, but we have his assurance that his age of 33 will not hold him back.

fixtures:

round 1
2 vs 3
4 vs 5

round 2
1vs5
3vs4

round 3
1 vs 4
2 vs5

round 4
1 vs 2
5 vs 3

round 5
1 vs 3
4 vs 2

I will sign up. As the Spectacular Stefanski Sporks.

Team is as follows
1.Emily Smith
2.Big Mac
3.Quarter Poundere
4.Baconlettuceandtomato Sandwhich
5.Tim Tindal
6.Pork Belly
7.Joh Haas aka The haasinator
8.Jack Hoffmaster
9.Dick Hertz
10.Ball Zak
11.Paul Smith
12.Chad Beimer
13.Ben Dover
14.Ileen Dover
15.Moe Dover

BUMP 2 needed.

Question-

Who will be the man in charge of the scores?

Answer: as I understand it, Aust, though his own results will probably have to be scorinated by someone else (I would like to put myself forward for that role).

I'll do it via a scorinator, as with the football world cup.

I'll do it via a scorinator, as with the football world cup.
Thats good! ;-)

Muesilania, if there is space available, would love to sign up. We are a rugby loving nation, this would be a great honour to compete.

(OOC: Standard format, 1. prop, 2. hooker etc.)

1. Niell Hammond
2. Matt Orford
3. Wes Ferrando
4. Alan Dancer
5. Lewis Grimmett
6. Michael Jones
7. Oliver Parias
8. Billy Klinsmen
9. Tyler Klinsmen
10. Steve Hume
11. Paul Wells
12. Nick Walker
13. David Despres
14. Des Jurevi
15. Fred Vianell
16. Jules Fernando
17. Gary Prickett
18. Alex Holroyd-Jones
19. Harry Slater
20. Chris Kleit

OOC: Spot the members out of my school team :p Half are there.

ooc: SIGN ME UP RIGHT NOW.

ic:
Rugby is the national sport of Artitsa, and of course, the government is willing to foot the bill to send a team. If the Artitsan side is allowed to join, I'll post the roster.

I think we now have the 20 teams! :)

We do indeed, thread comming soon!

http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?p=9694677#post9694677

I'll post roster tomarrow, to drunk rightn now to post it