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    • Tim
      Tim last edited by Duluth

      Who are looking at for the 2nd XV against MP? I'm guessing that there will be some clues in the preseason squads.

      1 Fusitua/Lay/McElroy
      2 Riccitelli
      3 Lay/Ahio
      4 Darry
      5 Suafoa
      6 Plumtree
      7 Choat/Segner
      8 Ekuasi

      9 Nock
      10 Perofeta
      11 Lam
      12 Evans
      13 Tua
      14 Tele'a
      15 Kneepkens

      16 Vikena
      17 McElroy/Fusitua
      18 Renata/Ahio
      19 ?
      20 Segner/Choat
      21 Milo-Harris/Funaki
      22 Sullivan/Jock McKenzie (with cricket?)
      23 Telea

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      • Tim
        Tim @Tim last edited by

        @tim Forgot about Milo-Harris at halfback.

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        • Duluth
          Duluth @Tim last edited by

          @tim

          Christie & Romano currently listed as injured. Probably no need to rush them?

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          • Tim
            Tim @Duluth last edited by

            @duluth Good point. Perhaps Darry to start with Suafoa, and Plumtree to cover lock with Segner and Choat on the bench.

            Any other locks training with the squad?

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            • Tim
              Tim last edited by Tim

              Actually, I think Allan Craig was with the squad?

              Hamish Dalzell was with them in the past two seasons? Has been training with the Chiefs this year.

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              • Tim
                Tim last edited by

                Didn't realise that we were playing MP again on Sunday. Definitely a full b-team then.

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                • Duluth
                  Duluth @Tim last edited by

                  @tim

                  Michael Curry was the other lock that played in the preseason. Don't know much about him

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                  • Tim
                    Tim @Duluth last edited by

                    @duluth That's right. Lock/loose forward formerly from Tasman?

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                    • Tim
                      Tim last edited by

                      Karl Tu'inukuafe is supposed to return in April, so may be a bench option soon.

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                      • taniwharugby
                        taniwharugby @Tim last edited by

                        @tim said in Blues 2022:

                        Actually, I think Allan Craig was with the squad?

                        think he had been bought in for development purposes and had been training with the squad.

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                        • Crucial
                          Crucial last edited by

                          Perofeta may well be your number one 10 for the rest of the season. May need to plan accordingly.

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                          • Nepia
                            Nepia @Tim last edited by

                            @tim said in Moana Pasifika v Blues:

                            Didn't realise that we were playing MP again on Sunday. Definitely a full b-team then.

                            I assume this post was pre the Wellington v Moana Pacific match?

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                            • Tim
                              Tim @Nepia last edited by

                              @nepia yes

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                              • Machpants
                                Machpants @Nepia last edited by

                                @nepia said in Moana Pasifika v Blues:

                                @tim said in Moana Pasifika v Blues:

                                Didn't realise that we were playing MP again on Sunday. Definitely a full b-team then.

                                I assume this post was pre the Wellington v Auckland Moana Pacific match?

                                Fixed it for you

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                                • Nepia
                                  Nepia @Machpants last edited by Nepia

                                  @machpants said in Moana Pasifika v Blues:

                                  @nepia said in Moana Pasifika v Blues:

                                  @tim said in Moana Pasifika v Blues:

                                  Didn't realise that we were playing MP again on Sunday. Definitely a full b-team then.

                                  I assume this post was pre the Wellington v Auckland Moana Pacific match?

                                  Fixed it for you

                                  I don't think Moana Pacific is dominated by the Auckland province to the detriment of its playing roster. 😉

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                                  • Dice
                                    Dice last edited by

                                    Looks like these are some of the guys that will be playing against us.

                                    Motuga and Lam look good to go.

                                    Kata and Leuila in there as well.

                                    I didn't know Xavier Cowley-Tuioti was with MP.

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                                    • booboo
                                      booboo @Tim last edited by

                                      @tim said in Moana Pasifika v Blues:

                                      Who are looking at for the 2nd XV against MP? I'm guessing that there will be some clues in the preseason squads.

                                      1 Fusitua/Lay/McElroy
                                      2 Riccitelli
                                      3 Lay/Ahio
                                      4 Darry
                                      5 Suafoa
                                      6 Plumtree
                                      7 Choat/Segner
                                      8 Ekuasi

                                      9 Nock
                                      10 Perofeta
                                      11 Lam
                                      12 Evans
                                      13 Tua
                                      14 Tele'a
                                      15 Kneepkens

                                      16 Vikena
                                      17 McElroy/Fusitua
                                      18 Renata/Ahio
                                      19 ?
                                      20 Segner/Choat
                                      21 Milo-Harris/Funaki
                                      22 Sullivan/Jock McKenzie (with cricket?)
                                      23 Telea

                                      Do you want to go that 2nd string?

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                                        ARHS @Dice last edited by

                                        @dice It will be great to see how Leuila and Kata go

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                                        • Higgins
                                          Higgins @Tim last edited by Higgins

                                          @tim said in Moana Pasifika v Blues:

                                          Who are looking at for the 2nd XV against MP? I'm guessing that there will be some clues in the preseason squads.

                                          1 Fusitua/Lay/McElroy?

                                          Jeez, competition for medal play in the Blues squad looks like it has just got a lot more one sided. Even a burgler 36 handicapper would still struggle in the stableford format as well.

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                                          • Duluth
                                            Duluth @booboo last edited by Duluth

                                            @booboo said in Moana Pasifika v Blues:

                                            Do you want to go that 2nd string?

                                            Blues don't really have a choice. It'll probably be something like that

                                            3 days between games. It's only marginally better for Pasifika so they won't have many backing up either

                                            Chiefs did fine with a 2nd xv, Hurricanes should've had a big lead by half time in their game. So the 2nd xv shouldn't be a big deal in a midweek fixture where MP will also be compromised. The important thing is not to play as dumb as the Canes did

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                                            • Kirwan
                                              Kirwan @Duluth last edited by

                                              @duluth Some of our second string are gunning for starting places - and Tucker and the Plumtree's show that if you perform you get rewarded (Just saying Robinson....)

                                              That should help the attitude.

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                                              • Winger
                                                Winger @Duluth last edited by Winger

                                                @duluth said in Moana Pasifika v Blues:

                                                @booboo said in Moana Pasifika v Blues:

                                                Do you want to go that 2nd string?

                                                Blues don't really have a choice. It'll probably be something like that

                                                3 days between games. It's only marginally better for Pasifika so they won't have many backing up either

                                                Chiefs did fine with a 2nd xv, Hurricanes should've had a big lead by half time in their game. So the 2nd xv shouldn't be a big deal in a midweek fixture where MP will also be compromised. The important thing is not to play as dumb as the Canes did

                                                Like take the easy three points? And the blues seem to have better depth.

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                                                • Duluth
                                                  Duluth @Winger last edited by

                                                  @winger said in Moana Pasifika v Blues:

                                                  Like take the easy three points?

                                                  Exactly

                                                  MP was infringing constantly that made phase play difficult but gave plenty of shots at goal. I think it was 11 penalties after 35mins?

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                                                  • taniwharugby
                                                    taniwharugby @Duluth last edited by

                                                    @duluth was it last year the same thing happened, but v the 'saders?

                                                    Canes knocked back kicks, lost a close battle, next week the Blues played, took all thier kicks and won.

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                                                    • KiwiMurph
                                                      KiwiMurph last edited by

                                                      This is the sort of game the Blues should be playing Romano in.

                                                      With second stringers in due to the short turnaround Blues will be short on experience and what's left of Romano's physical game should suit playing MP.

                                                      Moana Pasifika should be aiming to rattle the Blues early and try and get the inexperienced players to doubt themselves.

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                                                      • Kirwan
                                                        Kirwan @KiwiMurph last edited by Kirwan

                                                        @kiwimurph said in Moana Pasifika v Blues:

                                                        This is the sort of game the Blues should be playing Romano in.

                                                        With second stringers in due to the short turnaround Blues will be short on experience and what's left of Romano's physical game should suit playing MP.

                                                        Moana Pasifika should be aiming to rattle the Blues early and try and get the inexperienced players to doubt themselves.

                                                        With Plummer out and BB a bit banged up, might an opportunity to play Sullivan at ten just to see how he goes. I can't see Perofeta playing three games in a week, or have forgotten a ten pre-coffee this morning?

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                                                        • KiwiMurph
                                                          KiwiMurph @Kirwan last edited by

                                                          @kirwan said in Moana Pasifika v Blues:

                                                          I can't see Perofeta playing three games in a week, or have forgotten a ten pre-coffee this morning?

                                                          Well coming off the bench Perofeta didn't even play a full half vs Highlanders on the weekend.

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                                                          • Kirwan
                                                            Kirwan @KiwiMurph last edited by

                                                            @kiwimurph said in Moana Pasifika v Blues:

                                                            @kirwan said in Moana Pasifika v Blues:

                                                            I can't see Perofeta playing three games in a week, or have forgotten a ten pre-coffee this morning?

                                                            Well coming off the bench Perofeta didn't even play a full half vs Highlanders on the weekend.

                                                            I guess it comes down to BB being available for the game in the weekend.

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                                                            • Duluth
                                                              Duluth @Kirwan last edited by Duluth

                                                              @kirwan said in Moana Pasifika v Blues:

                                                              I guess it comes down to BB being available for the game in the weekend.

                                                              Not necessarily. Perofeta playing with a mostly B team on Tues then Zarn at 10 with a mostly A team on the weekend would be ok (JRK at fullback)

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                                                              • Kirwan
                                                                Kirwan @Duluth last edited by

                                                                @duluth said in Moana Pasifika v Blues:

                                                                @kirwan said in Moana Pasifika v Blues:

                                                                I guess it comes down to BB being available for the game in the weekend.

                                                                Not necessarily. Perofeta playing with a mostly B team on Tues then Zarn at 10 with a mostly A team on the weekend would be ok (JRK at fullback)

                                                                Would be better for Zarn to be that way around, better support.

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                                                                  pakman @Tim last edited by

                                                                  @tim said in Moana Pasifika v Blues:

                                                                  Karl Tu'inukuafe is supposed to return in April, so may be a bench option soon.

                                                                  I missed what was keeping him out?

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                                                                  • KiwiMurph
                                                                    KiwiMurph @pakman last edited by

                                                                    @pakman said in Moana Pasifika v Blues:

                                                                    @tim said in Moana Pasifika v Blues:

                                                                    Karl Tu'inukuafe is supposed to return in April, so may be a bench option soon.

                                                                    I missed what was keeping him out?

                                                                    minor back surgery.

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                                                                      • Tim
                                                                        Tim last edited by Tim

                                                                        BLUES EXCITED TO UNLEASH YOUNG TALENT IN FIRST MOANA PASIFIKA CLASH — Blues Rugby

                                                                        BLUES EXCITED TO UNLEASH YOUNG TALENT IN FIRST MOANA PASIFIKA CLASH — Blues Rugby

                                                                        The depth of the Blues personnel, further affected by recent illness, will be tested when they meet Moana Pasifika in the first of two clashes, at Mt Smart Stadium on Tuesday. With both teams facing three games in eight days as they look to make-up lost games earlier in the DHL Super Rugby Pacific

                                                                        The Blues team to play Moana Pasifika on Tuesday at Mt Smart Stadium, Auckland is (Blues caps in brackets):

                                                                        1. Alex Hodgman (45)

                                                                        2. Ricky Riccitelli (3)

                                                                        3. Nepo Laulala (16)

                                                                        4. Luke Romano (3) ©

                                                                        5. Sam Darry (9)

                                                                        6. Taine Plumtree (2)

                                                                        7. Adrian Choat (8)

                                                                        8. Anton Segner (1)

                                                                        9. Taufa Funaki (2)

                                                                        10. Stephen Perofeta (35)

                                                                        11. AJ Lam (10)

                                                                        12. Tanielu Tele’a (15)

                                                                        13. Tamati Tua (1)

                                                                        14. Mark Telea (29)

                                                                        15. Jacob Ratumaitavuki-Kneepens (2)

                                                                        16. Soane Vikena (7)

                                                                        17. Josh Fusitua (0)

                                                                        18. Karl Tu’inukuafe (33)

                                                                        19. Cameron Suafoa (0)

                                                                        20. Vaiolini Ekuasi (0)

                                                                        21. Finlay Christie (21)

                                                                        22. Corey Evans (1)

                                                                        23. Jock McKenzie (0)

                                                                        Not considered: Akira Ioane, Harry Plummer, Roger Tuivasa-Sheck, Beauden Barrett, Josh Goodhue.

                                                                        The depth of the Blues personnel, further affected by recent illness, will be tested when they meet Moana Pasifika in the first of two clashes, at Mt Smart Stadium on Tuesday.

                                                                        With both teams facing three games in eight days as they look to make-up lost games earlier in the DHL Super Rugby Pacific competition, the Blues have dug deep into their emerging tyros.

                                                                        “It is both a challenge and an exciting opportunity,” said Blues head coach, Leon MacDonald. “The situation is simple. You can’t play your most experienced players three times in eight days. It may not by ideal but we just get on with it.

                                                                        “The exciting thing for me is that we get the opportunity to give valuable game time for some players who have not seen many minutes, and more than that, we have the chance to provide opportunity for some of our really bright young players who have come through the Blues development system.

                                                                        “Both teams have a number of players who have emerged through the Blues Under-18 and Under-20 programmes. We are taking the positive here and really looking forward to it.”

                                                                        The Blues starting line-up in the win over the Highlanders on Saturday had 531 caps for the club while the team to start on Tuesday night has 154, with 12 players with three Blues caps or less including four who will be on debut.

                                                                        There is an experienced look to the front five with All Blacks Alex Hodgman, Nepo Laulala and Luke Romano included, with the veteran lock from Canterbury to wear the captain’s armband.

                                                                        In the backs the in-form Stephen Perofeta will anchor the backline but around him is a group of young prospects.

                                                                        There is excitement in the loose forward trio that comprises Taine Plumtree, Adrian Choat and Anton Segner, while the backline will see Tanielu Tel’ea and Tamati Tua in the midfield with some exciting flyers on the outsides in star winger Mark Telea, AJ Lam and Jacob Ratumaitavuki-Kneepens.

                                                                        The reserves have some experience in All Blacks Finlay Christie and Karl Tu’inukuafe, making his first appearance for the season. It also a quartet of first-five/fullback Jock McKenzie, midfielder Corey Evans, loose forward Ekuasi Vaiolini and prop Josh Fusitua who were all part of the Blues Under-20s.

                                                                        The remainder of the squad will have their sights set on preparation for Saturday’s second game against their cross-city rivals, with full crowds to be welcomed back to Eden Park. Tickets are now on sale for as little as $20 for an adult General Admission ticket which includes up to four children free.

                                                                        Trains and event-buses are incorporated in the price of a pre-purchased ticket.

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                                                                        • Tim
                                                                          Tim last edited by

                                                                          Moana Pasifika team named for home game against Blues – Moana Pasifika

                                                                          Abraham Pole (debut)

                                                                          Luteru Tolai

                                                                          Joe ‘Apikotoa

                                                                          Michael Curry (debut)

                                                                          Xavier Cowley-Tuioti (debut)

                                                                          Penitoa Finau (debut)

                                                                          Alamanda Motuga

                                                                          Jack Lam (C)

                                                                          Ereatara Enari (VC)

                                                                          Lincoln McClutchie

                                                                          Anzelo Tuitavuki (debut)

                                                                          Henry Taefu

                                                                          Fine Inisi

                                                                          Tomasi Alosio (debut)

                                                                          D’Angelo Leuila (debut)

                                                                          Ray Niuia

                                                                          Suetena Asomua (debut)

                                                                          Chris Apoua (debut)

                                                                          Alex McRobbie

                                                                          Josh Kaifa

                                                                          Manu Paea

                                                                          Solomone Kata (debut)

                                                                          Lolagi Visinia (debut)

                                                                          Moana Pasifika team named for home game against Blues

                                                                          Moana Pasifika has named a new look side for Tuesday’s rescheduled Round 1 DHL Super Rugby Pacific match against the Blues. With a four-day turnaround from their historic win against the Hurricanes on Friday night, Head Coach Aaron Mauger has elected to use the full depth of his squad.

                                                                          “This is a great opportunity for our players making their debut to put their hand up. We have a lot of trust in our squad and these men have all been working incredibly hard,” says Mauger.

                                                                          There are eleven players set to make their Moana Pasifika debut in the match day 23. Manu Samoa stalwart Jack Lam will become the first Samoan to Captain Moana Pasifika and will wear the number eight jersey. Experienced halfback Ereatara Enari will be Vice Captain for this fixture.

                                                                          After playing for the Crusaders in Moana Pasifika’s first match, prop Abraham Pole will make his debut for Moana Pasifika as a permanent replacement for the season. Luteru Tolai returns to the starting line-up at hooker and Joe ‘Apikotoa gets his first start.

                                                                          Tasman Mako lock Michael Curry and North Harbour’s Xavier Cowley-Tuioti are aligned to make their Super Rugby debut.

                                                                          After sustaining an injury in the pre-season, Penitoa Finau has made a full recovery and will start at blindside flanker. Alamanda Motuga also returns to the team after sustaining a wrist injury against the Crusaders in Round 3.

                                                                          Lincoln McClutchie starts at first five with Henry Taefu backing up his performance against the Hurricanes in the number 12 jersey. The ever-impressive Fine Inisi gets his first start for Moana Pasifika at centre.

                                                                          There are debutants across the entire back three with Hawke’s Bay Magpies winger Anzelo Tuitavuki playing on the left wing and former Manu Samoa 7’s captain Tomasi Alosio on the right. Manu Samoa and championship-winning Waikato NPC utility back D’Angelo Leuila will direct the team from fullback.

                                                                          On the bench, Counties Manukau Steelers prop and former Southland Stags prop Chris Apoua are hoping to gain their first cap for Moana Pasifika.

                                                                          Former Blues and Hurricanes fullback Lolagi Visinia will debut from the bench after returning from a foot injury.

                                                                          The much-anticipated return of former Warrior Solomone Kata to Mount Smart Stadium will come from the bench. Mauger is excited for the midfielder to get on the field after he sustained an injury in their pre-season game against the Gallagher Chiefs.

                                                                          Coach Aaron Mauger says of Kata’s of preparation for the game “Since we have come back from Queenstown, his level of preparation and training intensity has been outstanding, and he is demanding that of those around him. He is in a good space and ready to go.”

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                                                                            bobily2 last edited by

                                                                            Pole must have only been with the team about a week and gets a start.

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                                                                            • Tim
                                                                              Tim last edited by

                                                                              Akira Ioane, Harry Plummer, Roger Tuivasa-Sheck, Beauden Barrett, Josh Goodhue, Dalton Papalii, Rieko Ioane and Hoskins Sotutu were all not considered because of injury.

                                                                              https://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/rugby/super-rugby/300551727/blues-dig-deep-for-first-super-rugby-pacific-matchup-against-moana-pasifika

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                                                                              • nzzp
                                                                                nzzp @Tim last edited by

                                                                                @tim that's a lot of quality missing. Hope most are back for the weekend

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                                                                                • Machpants
                                                                                  Machpants last edited by

                                                                                  Blues by heaps, they are going in with their eyes open, MP has a load of debutants, and no one is a dumb as Holland and his cronies

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