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Far North Coast Rugby Union

Locality: Lismore, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 6622 0136

Address: PO Box 774 2480 Lismore, NSW, Australia

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23.01.2022 Coopers FNCRU RESULTS Round 4 1st May 2021 First Grade Lennox Head 61(Zak Condon 3, Callum S Jones 2, Rowan Morgan 2, Brad Lees, Jacob Creagh tries, Berrick Barnes 8 conversions) d Lismore 13(Tate Bailey try, Guy Wolton conversion, 2 penalty goals)... Half Time: Lennox - Lismore Bangalow 52(Vincent Quigley 2, Jona Waqa 2, Omar Sella, Angus Dickson, Vukaloto Atunaisa tries Troy Doughty 7 conversions, field goal) d Wollongbar Alstonville 15(Lachlan Thomson, Louis Hollman tries, Bodi Smith conversion, penalty goal) Half Time: Bangalow 28 - Wollongbar 8 Casuarina Beach 56(Izak Van Niekerk 2, Jem McDonald 2, Dan Raye, Eamonn Hamill, Jesse Grey, Onewa Tai, Jarad Gorman, Kai George tries, Jesse Grey 3 conversions) d Casino 12(Ben Collison, Regan Cooper tries, Jayden Torrens conversion) Half Time: Casuarina 29 - Casino 7 Point Score Lennox 19, Bangalow 15, Casuarina 9, Ballina 8, Casino 5, Wollongbar 4, Lismore 1 Reserve Grade Lennox Head 26 d Lismore 0 Wollongbar 12 d Mullumbimby 8 Casuarina Beach 33 d Casino 14 Under 18's Casuarina 17 d Casino 12 Wollongbar 61 d Mullumbimby 0 Lismore 26 d Lennox Head 15 Women's Casino 19 d Casuarina Beach 7 Wollongbar/Byron 10 d Grafton 0 Lennox Head 10 drew Lismore 10 Ballina 19 d Evans River 0 Presidents Cup Byron Bay 19 d Grafton 5 Richmond Range 36 d Iluka 8 Evans River 29 d Kyogle 7 Yamba v Tenterfield - Match Postponed

23.01.2022 Article from Daily Telegraph by Amanda Lulham December 6, 2020 You may not have heard of them yet but you will. These are the 11 hottest young rugby talents fr...om the bush who have the scouts from the Big Smoke excited. They are young, immensely talented and seem destined for a great future in the game. But you have probably never heard of these rugby union rising stars Rugby union scouts, however, have been circling these teenagers from the bush who look set to be playing at a club near you as early as next year. The under-18 Gen Blue program has thrown a spotlight on the best and brightest talent from the country and the city in a series of late camps and games in 2020. Now, some of the teenagers who played in Country NSW or the NSW Juniors team, are wanted men in the eyes of Shute Shield Colts recruiters keen to lure them to the city and their clubs. We take a look at some of the standouts who could be heading to the big smoke in the next few months. JACKLIN ANDREWS (LOCK) A young second rower from Kotara High School who began his rugby journey at Newcastle’s Wanderers club in the under 14s and oozes potential. In 2019 he was selected in the Newcastle Hunter Wildfires team which went on to navigate the season undefeated, winning both the country and state championships. In 2020 Andrews was selected in the Country side and the NSW Juniors team which played in Sydney in November. Andrews, tall and known for getting the job done, is in contact with numerous Sydney clubs keen to have him. COOPER HANSEN (FLY-HALF) An 18-year-old from Edmund Rice College who plays at fly half with a second preferred position at scrum half. Hansen has played with the Illawarra under 18s and Colts and has also been a member of the NSW Country and NSW Junior under 18s teams. He is a former member of Avondale junior rugby union club and Kiama junior rugby union club and rated a highly skilled player with a knack of creating a lot out of nothing. Also on the radar of Sydney clubs and their scouts. JAYDEN BLAKE (CENTRE) From Dubbo College senior campus, Blake was named Junior Country Player of the Year in 2019 and started his career playing with the Junior Roos in his hometown. His representative pathway includes playing with central west under 14s, 15s 16s and opens and also in Sevens under 15s under 16s and open programs. Blake was also a recipient of the Sir Leslie Herron Rugby scholarship in 2020 and has represented NSW in both Sevens and 15s rugby. Blake is seen as a hard, tough player who can play anywhere in the backline and who boasts good skills and defence. EDWARD BELL (HALFBACK) A standout in rugby for the Armidale School (TAS) the past few years while boarding. Bell was raised in Scone and played rugby there from the age of six. The 18-year-old started out as a flanker but has now found a home at halfback. He has been on the radar for some years, playing for central north from the under 12s and then selected in the NSW country 40-man squad in the under 16s. More recently he played for the Country and NSW Junior under 18s in a series of matches and he has multiple Shute Shield clubs interested in him playing for them in 2021. HAYDEN MAHER (BACKROW) Born and bred on the Central Coast, Maher played rugby for Kariong juniors, Gosford, Ourimbah and Woy Woy in the past before moving to Coonabararabran in 2017. A student at Saint Stanislaus College, Bathurst, he made the first XV as a 16-year-old but broke his collarbone, ending his season. Unable to travel to Sydney to play games this season due to COVID, he returned home to play in a seniors competition in Coonabarabran. He was then selected in the Country team to play against City and from there, the NSW Juniors. At 17, one of the youngest members of this group of rising stars, he plays well above his weight and age. A hard-nosed player with a lot of potential and already turning heads. CAMPBELL HARVEY (OUTSIDE BACK) A Byron Bay teenager who started his rugby union playing career in a town better known for surfing and Hollywood types than footy. He played limited rugby union for his school Trinity Catholic College at Lismore before being selected in the under 18s Country squad and the under 18s NSW Gen Blue squad. Despite only playing around 10 games in his career, Harvey has turned heads and is one to watch in the future. Described as ‘‘electric’, his speed has made an impression on those who have seen him play. LEO FERGUSON (FLANKER) Blindside flanker Ferguson started his career at the Orange Emus and has been involved in the sport since the under sevens. While attending school at St Stanislaus College, Bathurst, he played First XV. Ferguson made his way through the central west 15, 16 and 18s rep teams, playing also for the NSW Combined Catholic College 16s team the County 18s team and NSW Gen Blues outfit. He was also a member of the victorious Emus Colts team that won the 2020 premiership and ended the season undefeated. This young gun, who has piqued the interest of Sydney club, is well respected and leads by example. VERENIKI NAUREURE (OUTSIDE BACK) A popular young Fijian talent with a bright future ahead who was one of the standout players in the recent match between the NSW Juniors and NSW Gen Blues side. Naureure started playing rugby in Fiji as a six-year-old and moved to Australia when 15. He attended Aronmore Catholic College, a well known rugby school in WA and joined Western Force under 15s before injuring his shoulder. He has since moved to Coffs Harbour and made the under 16s NSW Country team and then the under 18s Gen Blue team this year. Full of energy, he is a player with good skills and versatility expected to go a long way in the sport. HARRY SNOOK (FLY HALF) Snook played his schoolboy and junior rugby with Calrossy Anglican school and the Tamworth Magpies. He started rugby at the age of 10 with the Gunnedah Red Devils and in Year 9 started playing under 17s for Tamworth Rugby before debuting in first grade at age 16. Has plenty of representative history with central north and has also represented NSW in Sevens. Most recently was with the NSW juniors under 18s team. This season he played for Gordon 1st and 2nd Colts and also for Tamworth first grade at fullback and fly half. Shute Shield clubs have shown interest in nabbing this young talent with natural ball skills. JACK TOUGHER-WELLS (BACKROW) A former rugby league player who crossed over to rugby in the first year of under 16s and played for the Port Macquarie Pirates. Tougher-Wells made the country squad in 2018 and toured the USA and Canada. In 2020 he was selected in the country side and then the NSW team which played in Sydney in November. An athletic and talented player who appears to have a big future in the game if current interest in him is any indication. Tougher-Wells has numerous Shute Shield clubs keen to see him make the move to Sydney to play for them in the 2021 season. He has been earmarked as a young player to watch in the future. MITCHELL WATTS (LOCK) He started rugby at the Quirindi Lions before moving to the Tamworth Magpies with Watts stood out from the crowd at a young age. At 14 he weighed in at 105kg and seemed destined to be a tighthead prop. He has since moved into lock/blindside flanker for club and Number 8 for his school Watts has great leadership characteristics and boasts an impressive work rate and ethic.

18.01.2022 FNCRU Encourage All Clubs to attend either venue Lismore on the 17th November or Ballina on the 19th November

18.01.2022 Just a reminder to all interested players turning 12 in 2021, upcoming FNC Zone Under 12's Trial/Tryout/Training, this is the second trial and we have had to move it from Lismore due to flooding and moved it to the Sunday not this Saturday. Date: This coming Sunday 20/12/2020, we have had to move the second Trials to Williams Oval Lennox Head on the Sunday due to flooding at the Lismore oval. Time: 10.30 pm arrival to sign in and register their details, 11am Sharp Start till ...approximately 1pm. Venue: Lennox Head Rugby Ground, map below. https://www.google.com//data=!3m1!4b1!4m8!1m2!2m1!1swillia https://goo.gl/maps/KW6J2mHrzViSMGQbA Please Note; there is a COVID PLAN in place and all players and parents will need to sign in on the day and follow the rules. Please make sure participants brings the following: Boots Mouthguard / Head gear Playing kits Water Bottle It also might be a good idea to bring sunscreen and a hat. Again if club coaches/representatives could post this on your clubs facebook pages that would be great. We really need some Props so if clubs could contact your props and tell them to come to this session, that would be a big help. Regards Gavin McGarrity - Director WEDMORE GROUP Pty Ltd Mobile: 0499007034 Email: [email protected]

17.01.2022 Just a reminder to all interested players turning 16 in 2021, upcoming FNC Zone Under 16's Trial/Tryout/Training Date: This coming Sunday 22/11/2020, Time: 2.30pm arrival to sign in and register their details, 3pm Sharp Start till approximately 5pm. Venue: Lennox Head Rugby Ground, map below.... https://www.google.com//data=!3m1!4b1!4m8!1m2!2m1!1swillia Please Note; there is a COVID PLAN in place and all players and parents will need to sign in on the day and follow the rules. Please make sure participants brings the following: Boots Mouthguard / Head gear Playing kits Water Bottle It also might be a good idea to bring sunscreen and a hat. Again if club coaches/representatives could post this on your clubs facebook pages that would be great. We would love to see as many players trial as possible. The next session will be held on Sunday 06/12/2020, 2.30pm arrival for 3pm Sharp Start at Lennox Head Rugby.

17.01.2022 Boys born 2005.. Just a reminder to all interested players turning 16 in 2021, upcoming FNC Zone Under 16's Trial/Tryout/Training Date: This coming Sunday 06/12/2020, Time: 2.30pm arrival to sign in and register their details, 3pm Sharp Start till approximately 5pm.... Venue: Lennox Head Rugby Ground See more

16.01.2022 Congratulations to the following 28 players that have been selected for the FNC Rugby Under 13’s Train On Squad for 2021 Players Name Rugby Club Oska Martin Brunswick Billygoats Zephyr Duignan Brunswick Billygoats Beau Treveton Brunswick Billygoats... Edward Esgate Casuarina Beach Ben McCallum Casuarina Beach Archer McCallum Casuarina Beach Wayne-Chase Whitney Grafton Redmen Eli Whitney Grafton Redmen Nate Haley Cross Lennox Head Trojan Elijah Galloway Lennox Head Trojan Matthew Keys Lismore City Ayden Holmes Lismore City Lane Edmonds Lismore City Blake Paisley Lismore City Owen Carroll Lismore City Django Sheaffe Lismore City Cody Scheibel Lismore City Ethan Alcorn Tweed Head Baa Baa's Charlie Sutton Tweed Head Baa Baa's Xhai Waerea Tweed Head Baa Baa's Angus Graham Wollongbar Alstonville Pioneers Oliver Condon Wollongbar Alstonville Pioneers Lachlan Barnes Wollongbar Alstonville Pioneers Nate Morpeth Wollongbar Alstonville Pioneers Zane Braz Wollongbar Alstonville Pioneers Keanu O'Neil Wollongbar Alstonville Pioneers Kyah Foster Yamba Buccaneers Peter Hammond Yamba Buccaneers Please note that selected players will be required to attend training and participate in 2 to 3 Zone organised trial games prior to the final selection of a 23 player squad to represent FNC Rugby at the Country Under 13’s Championships on the weekend of 15th & 16th May 2021 , location: TBC. At this stage training will commence after the school holidays in 2021. Also big shout out and thankyou to all the other players and their parents that attended the selection trials for this age group, your performances throughout these trials made selection of this squad difficult which is greatly appreciated. Dave Graham & Damien Keys FNC Under 13’s Coaching Team

15.01.2022 Coopers FAR NORTH COAST RUGBY UNION FIRST GRADE TEAM LISTS ROUND 4 1st May 2021 Casuarina Beach: 1. Adam Parlby, 2. Trent Ryan, 3. Max Graham, 4. Izak Van Niekerk, 5. Dan Raye, 6. Eamonn Mobray, 7. Jem McDonald, 8. Mikaere Penetito, 9. Onewa Tai, 10. Vitori Buatava (c),11. TBA, 12. Jesse Grey, 13. Jarad Gorman, 14. Graham Dodge, 15. Kai George... Coach: Mick Hall Manager: Stephen Lowndes V Casino: 1. Cameron Davis, 2. Scott Torrens, 3. Ron Foster, 4. Callum McLennan, 5. Samuel Barnier, 6. Des Avery, 7. Marcus Cusack, 8. Josh Fuller, 9. Regan Cooper, 10. Joel Ryan, 11. Daniel Torrens, 12. Thomas Walker, 13. Michael Barnes, 14. Jayden Torrens, 15. Harrison Cusack Coach: Marty Clapp Manager: Corey Dunn Referee: Kevin Twomey Wollongbar Alstonville: 1. Benji Tiatia, 2. Bill Johnston, 3. Brandan Whitney, 4. Matt Scott, 5. Josh Galbraith, 6. Jake Pennisi, 7. Nick Tunbrige, 8. Austin Markwort, 9. Louis Hollman, 10. Jake Lubrano, 11. Matthew Buster, 12. Nat Regueira, 13. Daniel Damen, 14. Lachlan Thomson, 15. Bodi Smith Coach: Paul Jeffery Manager: Tony Pennisi V Bangalow: 1. Scott Shoesmith, 2. Omar Sella, 3. Liam Mustchin, 4. Kye Cribb, 5. Angus Dickson, 6. Dave Johnson, 7. John Turagabeci, 8. Teale Pyne, 9. Vincent Quigley, 10. Will Hawkins, 11. Jed Erickson, 12. Vukaloto Atunaisa, 13. Will Latham,14. Hamish Guest, 15. Troy Doughty Coach: Ross Larsson Manager: Dave Phillips Referee: Graham Cook Lennox Head: 1. Curtis Miles, 2. Sam Robertson, 3. Matt Liddle , 4. Harry Bungate, 5. Mick Muir, 6. Lachlan Jones, 7. Sunny Sheather, 8. Hayden Blair (c), 9. Jack Norman, 10. Berrick Barnes, 11. Lochie Creagh, 12. Brad Lees, 13. Callum S Jones, 14. Tom McEvoy, 15. Zak Condon Coach: Michael Sheather / Steve Condon Manager: Kel Langfield V Lismore: 1. Mitch Bird, 2. John Jordan, 3. Tate Bailey, 4. Gavin Tulk, 5. Sam Cooke, 6. Tyler Coveney, 7. Cameron Bryant (c), 8. Ryan Wolton, 9. Cody Johnston, 10. Ben Sloane, 11. Sam Johnston , 12. Adam Rodd, 13. Billy Noborisi, 14. Braiden Albertini, 15. Brayden Nelson Coach: Ray Taylor Manager: Jack Everingham Referee: James McElligott Ballina - Bye

14.01.2022 Those wishing to Referee U7 to U11s need to click on the link below. The course is scheduled for 7 April 2021 at Lyle Park Wollongbar starting at 5.30pm The direct link to register is https://rugby.canopihr.com.au//81048fe9-0668-ea11-aa76-000

13.01.2022 Hi Junior Zone Presidents, The Waratahs players wanted to send a video message to all Country zones which I will send through when I receive them. There will be an individual video message per zone the message is largely around being proud to play for NSW and represent all our Country Zones.... I think it is a great gesture and initiative from the players and one we should support! If you could share the video via your socials and encourage any clubs/ players that wish to send a good luck message of this weekends game will be collated and played during the players warm up against the Brumbies at the SCG. Send any video messages back to myself by 12pm Thursday and I will forward onto the Waratahs Media department. Thanks for your support in advance. Please feel free to contact me anytime if you have any questions. Regards, Stephen O'Brien | Member # 783432 NSW Country Rugby Union - Executive Officer

13.01.2022 Good luck to the Country boys playing on Sunday in the next round of U/18 Gen Blue trials. The Country boys will be taking on the Sydney team at 1pm at Camden.... The game will be live on cluch tv. All you need to do is go onto www.cluch.tv set up an account (which is free), then log into your account at 12.55pm on Sunday and the game should be on the front page. Lets get behind the Country boys this weekend.

11.01.2022 The second trial for the 2021 FNC U15 team (those born in 2006) will be held at Lismore Rugby Ground on Sunday November 22nd 9-11am. Please bring own water bottles, mouthguards and head gear (if worn) and complete the attached player profile prior to attending on the day, if you haven't already, as it includes an acknowledgement re COVID. If you wish to trial and are unable to attend please notify Beau Milner 0432 517 820 https://form.jotform.com/tmm/2021-fnc-u15s---playe...r-profile Guam Football Association- National Team Player Profile Please click the link to complete this form. form.jotform.com Seen by Tracey Makings at Friday 21:52 Schedule Appoint

10.01.2022 Hi Team Thank you to all of you that made the effort and attended the first of the selection trials for the FNC Under 13’s Rugby Squad over the weekend. The turnout was solid , with some excellent talent on display which will make selecting the train on squad for 2021 challenging, but it’s great to see all the kids putting in big efforts to stake their claim for selection. Our next selection trial will be this weekend in Lismore ... Venue: Lismore City Home Ground , Date: Sunday 22 November Time: 3pm 5pm Again if we could have everyone there by 2:45pm kitted up and ready to go that would be awesome. Please make sure that your child brings the following: Boots Mouthguard / Head gear Playing kits Water Bottle Please note that a 2021 train-on squad of approximately 27-28 players will be announced next week following this trial via Far North Coast Rugby Facebook page with the final 23 member team being finalised prior to the country championships in May. We look forward to seeing you all at this weekend. Yours in Rugby Dave & Damien Un 13’s Coaches

10.01.2022 For the pure joy of playing Join our rugby family. You can try rugby at a club near you. https://bit.ly/Club-Finder-NSW | Simply find your closest club... #fortheloveofrugby

09.01.2022 McDonalds Far North Coast Junior Rugby Union Round 3 Friday 7th May 2021 At Ballina - 5:45 Byron U7, 6:25 Casino U8... At Bangalow - 5:45 Lennox U7, 5:45 Lennox U9, 6:40 Lennox U13 At Evans Head - 6:30 Casino U13 At Lennox Head - 5:45 Bangalow U10, 6:35 Bangalow U11, 7:25 Yamba U10, 8:15 Yamba U11 At Lismore - 5:45 Casino U11, 6:40 C/Tweed U10, 7:30 C/Tweed U11, 8:25 C/Tweed U13 Field 2 - 5:45 Casino U10 At Wollongbar - 5:45 Lismore U8, 5:45 Lismore U9, 6:40 Lismore U12, 7:35 Ballina U13, 8:30 Lismore U14 At Yamba - 7:00 Byron U12, 8:00 Casuarina U14 Competition Byes for Under 15's and 16's - NSW Country Championships in Armidale

09.01.2022 We have had a great response for our Coaching/Managers positions across our Grades, Juniors and Kids teams. Great work all!! If you haven't got your application...s in however there is still time :D We are also extending our Coaching applications for the 2021 Senior Teams (Men's 1st, Men's Reserves, Women's 10's and U18's Boys) until the end of Nov 2020. Please see ad below. Also check out our Website www.portpirates1974.com for more information #PortPiratesRugby #PortPiratesWoman #PortPiratesJuniors #PortPiratesKids MNC Rugby Mid North Coast Axemen Junior Rugby Union Lower Mid North Coast Junior Rugby Union NSW Junior Rugby Union NSW Country Rugby Union

08.01.2022 Hi All Just a Quick Reminder for The Get Talkin Tour tomorrow in Ballina Registrations are still Open

07.01.2022 #PATHWAYS | Your path to the sky blue! CHS Trials are on on ow until https://bit.ly/3aZlZ5Y | Check out trial locations, dates, times and how to register.... #fortheloveofrugby

06.01.2022 FNCRU Under 18’s 2021 Next session this Friday 12th March from 6pm to 730pm at Lyle Park, Wollongbar. This will be followed by our first trial and a training session the following weekend (Sunday 21/3/21) at Bond University. All players will be considered if they attend the next two sessions (or have attended previously if unavailable for either of the upcoming sessions). ... To register complete this link: https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLSf0Htg-Rt8RwQHpp/viewform Arrive on Friday at 5:45pm for a 6pm start on-field. Dane Mitchell Coach, FNC u18’s 2021 M: 0423 267 856

05.01.2022 Please see Links below for the 2021 Competitions 1st Grade = https://australia.rugby/Competitions/comp 2nd Grade = https://australia.rugby/Competitions/comp Presidents Cup = https://australia.rugby/Competitions/comp... Women’s = https://australia.rugby/Competitions/comp Under 18's = https://australia.rugby/Competitions/comp See more

04.01.2022 FNC Rugby Under 13’s trials that starts this weekend, Sunday 15th November. Please find below a revised schedule of selection trials dates and times NB: times have been pushed back to the afternoon 3pm 5pm on both days.... Trial :1 Date: Sunday 15th November Time: 3pm 5pm Venue : Lyle Park , Wollongbar Alstonville Rugby Club Trial : 2 Date: Sunday 22nd November Time: 3pm 5pm Venue: Lismore City Rugby Ground To register please follow the link: https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLSdDte7nvOXmVnmfS/viewform Trials will involve full contact so please make sure your child brings the following: Rugby Boots Mouth guard Water Bottle Playing Jumper Head Gear ( if worn) NB : Players and parents will be require to check-in on arrival and utilise the hand sanitizer that will available. We would ask that players arrive at least 15 min prior ready to train by 8.45am. It is an expectation that players attend at least one of these first two trials to be eligible for selection. An extended train on squad will be selected after the 2nd trial weekend with squad members announced via the Far North Coast Rugby Facebook page For all enquires please contact Dave Graham M: 0419795270 or Damien Keys M:0428212091 Or email: [email protected]

04.01.2022 Mid North Coast and Hunter U18s Girls are reaching out for some extra players for this weekend to help out with their teams. If you all could get the word out to clubs and your zones to see if there is anyone available and willing to have a run with either team it would be great. I have included both Jacky Ostler 0410 005 789 (MNC) and Rachael Marsh 0477 184 867 (Hunter) in this email so please contact them directly if you have anyone interested.

04.01.2022 2021 Senior Coaching Positions

04.01.2022 International Women’s Day Q&A by @rugbyau Head to their website for more information about women referees

04.01.2022 Round 2 Juniors thanks to McDonalds Lismore and Casino! Remember kids are kids referees are human and it’s only a game, albeit a great one! Enjoy your night. Travel safe.

01.01.2022 Thank you to everyone that trialed today for the U/18 Gen Blue - Country team. We had over 70 players trail with only 25 positions up for grabs. There was def...initely some great rugby played throughout the day. I would like to thank everyone that helped out today from taking one of the teams, chasing players to fill in for players that were no shows, selectors, Covid controls and the Country committee. A big thank you to Maitland Junior Rugby Club for the use of their grounds which looked great. As well as all the work you did with the setting up of the field and leaving all your Covid fencing in place until after today. Country and the players really appreciated it. Attached is the list of the 25 players that were selected from today that are required to play a further trial at Camden next Sunday against the City team, that was also selected today. Congratulations and all be the best for next weekend.