When we set off on this inaugural LCJRU tour, there was a sense of adventure, but the inevitable uncertainty as to how it will all go, with 2 and travelling together for a week.
To the parents of all the boys…….. thanks from the touring party! Your kids have been absolutely fantastic. Anywhere we went, actually everywhere we went, the people we interacted with were highly complimentary of the behaviour and manners of our boys. At all times they have been appreciative, responsive, engaging and responsible. We were proud of them, on and off the field, and you should be proud of them as well. Our boys have been fine ambassadors for LCJRU and Aussie rugby.
Thanks too to everyone for your comments and offers of support throughout the week – they have kept the boys motivated, and they have been excited to hear of all the support we have been getting through all your posts! Blog reviews became a regular part of our rituals! And of course a real bonus to hear from a couple of very well known rugby identities!
See you Sunday!!
Hi Guys, sound like your all having the trip of a lifetime……we look forward everyday to hear what you have been upto……..loads of fun……
Have a great night tonight, your last sleep in NZ for most…..Looking forward to see you tomorrow Josh….Thanks to Lane Cove Rugby for giving Josh this opportunity!!!!
Thanks to all…
Karen & Frank Kimpton
Well done to all of you!! What a fantastic experience and thankyou for the tremendous effort of taking all the boys to NZ! We have loved the blog and it was a ritual in our house to see who could check it first. Thank you for including Simon on such a wonderful adventure! Safe trip home tomorrow,
Kate & Gordon
Looking forward to seeing you Sim at 4.50am on Monday morning
Thank you Lane Cove Junior Rugby Club for giving Alex F the opportunity of participating in a unforgettable Tour of NZ. This will be something that Alex will cherish all his life undoubtedly.
As this Tour comes to an end, perhaps the organising Committee might consider arranging a “Slightly past their Prime Rugby Tour” for the Parents. Paris would be nice ! A suggested Team:
Front Row: Rob Olvers & Fiona Olvers.
Hooker: Brigid Bremner ( Captain Coach)
2nd Row: Tony McGrath & Tom Roche
No 8 : Michelle McGrath
Flankers: Steve Jones (open Side) & Catherine Jones (Blind Side)
Half Back: Gary Gerstle
Five-eighth:Mike Flannery
Centres: Mike Lacinski & Eric Stammers
Wingers: Mary Vaughan & Richard Vaughan
Full Back: David Bowie
Reserves: Rest of the LCJR Parents.
Team Manager: John Bremner
Ball Boy/Oranges: James Fong
I’m available to do Bunnings BBQs any time to assist with any fund raising upon the green light being given for the tour !!!
Thank you to everyone for looking after Dom & Stephen! What a great opportunity for both! I’m sure Stephen will have lots to tell me about being an assistant ref in NZ ( I actually call it “walking the line”)!
I’ll pack down with James Fong’s suggested team any day. I’ll start training today…soooooo pleasssssssse count me in!
What a great looking team it would be (not only speaking about the backs here)
warm wishes to all
Catherine Jones