All Blacks at Soldier Field
Kiwi bragging rights...26 total reviews
Comment from bob cullen
A fine example of blowing one's own trumpet. (Please note this is written by a Wallaby supporter so there may well be a tone of envy in the reply.)
On two points I agree with you wholeheartedly. The first obviously is to sing with you on the praises of your great team. The second is in endorsing people to watch the haka, the ancient Maori pre-battle war dance. It is indeed a sight to behold.
A nice write
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014
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A fine example of blowing one's own trumpet. (Please note this is written by a Wallaby supporter so there may well be a tone of envy in the reply.)
On two points I agree with you wholeheartedly. The first obviously is to sing with you on the praises of your great team. The second is in endorsing people to watch the haka, the ancient Maori pre-battle war dance. It is indeed a sight to behold.
A nice write
Comment Written 02-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014
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Thanks, Bob.
ABs did the job in style, although they lost a couple of soldiers in doing it.
Steve
Comment from sweetwoodjax
this is a fun essay to read, kiwisteveh, I watched the movie about phar-lap as I am a horse lover, never been a fan of rugby or soccer. I man I used to work with played rugby. he said it was more of a man's sport than soccer, lol. good luck to your all blacks.
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014
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this is a fun essay to read, kiwisteveh, I watched the movie about phar-lap as I am a horse lover, never been a fan of rugby or soccer. I man I used to work with played rugby. he said it was more of a man's sport than soccer, lol. good luck to your all blacks.
Comment Written 01-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014
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Thank you.
They duly handed out the expected drubbing - final score 74 - 6 I imagine the coach is giving them a good roasting about letting the Eagles get those 6 points!
Despite the one-sided score line it was an entertaining game and hopefully will inspire a few more Americans to take up this version of 'football'
Steve
Comment from lancellot
Very interesting. I guess for a small country, the internal games can be very emotional and create a sense of unity and national pride. When the US basketball team cruise to victory, no one here even notices anymore.
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Very interesting. I guess for a small country, the internal games can be very emotional and create a sense of unity and national pride. When the US basketball team cruise to victory, no one here even notices anymore.
Comment Written 01-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014
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Thank you.
They duly handed out the expected drubbing - final score 74 - 6 I imagine the coach is giving them a good roasting about letting the Eagles get those 6 points!
Despite the one-sided score line it was an entertaining game and hopefully will inspire a few more Americans to take up this version of 'football'
Steve
Comment from Spitfire
Interesting sports scene in New Zealand. So natives are called "kiwis" I take it? Why are teams named with the term "Black"? My son tried rugby in college--tough sport! He had a bad hamstring and had to opt out. I'm not a sports fan, but you built up my interest enough to turn on the TV. Nothing but College Football.
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014
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Interesting sports scene in New Zealand. So natives are called "kiwis" I take it? Why are teams named with the term "Black"? My son tried rugby in college--tough sport! He had a bad hamstring and had to opt out. I'm not a sports fan, but you built up my interest enough to turn on the TV. Nothing but College Football.
Comment Written 01-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014
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Yes, we are happy enough to name ourselves after a flightless, defenceless, fur-covered bird that scuttles around in the darkness probing for bugs and worms!
I think the 'Blacks' appellation comes simply from the original uniform, black jersey, black shorts, black socks. Since they are our most famous sporting team, other sports have taken up similar names hockey - Black Sticks, Cricket = Black Caps etc. Soccer is obviously reactionary - they are the All Whites!
NZ teams traditionally have black prominent in their uniform, even out Olympic athletes and despite it being scientifically proven that it can affect performance through heat absorption.
They duly handed out the expected drubbing - final score 74 - 6 I imagine the coach is giving them a good roasting about letting the Eagles get those 6 points!
Despite the one-sided score line it was an entertaining game and hopefully will inspire a few more Americans to take up this version of 'football'
Steve
Comment from emrpoems
A well written account of America sense of pride or maybe lack of it concerning in the case of some sports. The blacks were always known for music and sport
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014
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A well written account of America sense of pride or maybe lack of it concerning in the case of some sports. The blacks were always known for music and sport
Comment Written 01-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014
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Thanks for stopping by - I suspect you didn't read this one very carefully...
Steve
Comment from Just2Write
Wow - this sounds like a great event - Americans are not much for Ruggers, but they do like its watered down version. - Football, I think they call it, something they came up with back in the 1800's - They can thank the Canadians of McGill University for the game they play as football today.
It's been a long way in coming, but finally rugby and soccer are finding fans in the U.S. and Canada. I really enjoyed the enthusiasm of your article, Steve. I hope the game is as exciting as your writing.
Rose.
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014
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Wow - this sounds like a great event - Americans are not much for Ruggers, but they do like its watered down version. - Football, I think they call it, something they came up with back in the 1800's - They can thank the Canadians of McGill University for the game they play as football today.
It's been a long way in coming, but finally rugby and soccer are finding fans in the U.S. and Canada. I really enjoyed the enthusiasm of your article, Steve. I hope the game is as exciting as your writing.
Rose.
Comment Written 01-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014
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Thanks, Rose
They duly handed out the expected drubbing - final score 74 - 6 I imagine the coach is giving them a good roasting about letting the Eagles get those 6 points!
Despite the one-sided score line it was an entertaining game and hopefully will inspire a few more Americans to take up this version of 'football'
Steve
Comment from Kingsland
I learned some new things about the world of sports by reading this well written article. But when it comes to playing football, I mean real football. The USA has the world beat once again. Of course rugby is no game for the faint of heart. I enjoyed reading and learning some new things here in your article... John
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014
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I learned some new things about the world of sports by reading this well written article. But when it comes to playing football, I mean real football. The USA has the world beat once again. Of course rugby is no game for the faint of heart. I enjoyed reading and learning some new things here in your article... John
Comment Written 01-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014
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Thanks, John.
They duly handed out the expected drubbing - final score 74 - 6 I imagine the coach is giving them a good roasting about letting the Eagles get those 6 points!
Despite the one-sided score line it was an entertaining game and hopefully will inspire a few more Americans to take up this version of 'football'
Steve
Comment from mfowler
As you know, Steve, we Aussies claim Pharlap. In fact, a Kiwi has only to cross the ditch to watch a show in Sydney, and if he/she's any good, we claim them. Unfortunately, we can't claim the All Blacks who invariably make out Wallabies look like second raters. They have that invincibility about them that makes our boys wet their pants when it gets close, which isn't too often. The Eagles game will be an exhibition and maybe the Americans may see some of the brilliant free flowing stuff the boys are capable of putting on when given space. Enjoyed the read.
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014
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As you know, Steve, we Aussies claim Pharlap. In fact, a Kiwi has only to cross the ditch to watch a show in Sydney, and if he/she's any good, we claim them. Unfortunately, we can't claim the All Blacks who invariably make out Wallabies look like second raters. They have that invincibility about them that makes our boys wet their pants when it gets close, which isn't too often. The Eagles game will be an exhibition and maybe the Americans may see some of the brilliant free flowing stuff the boys are capable of putting on when given space. Enjoyed the read.
Comment Written 01-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014
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Thank you.
I tried to convince my (Australian) class once that Don Bradman was born in New Zealand. Of course it would have helped if any of them had even known who Don Bradman was!
There are a couple of Kiwi horses in the Cup tomorrow (same class didn't know what the Cup was either!) so maybe we'll throw up another winner for you to claim.
The ABs duly handed out the expected drubbing - final score 74 - 6 I imagine the coach is giving them a good roasting about letting the Eagles get those 6 points!
Despite the one-sided score line it was an entertaining game and hopefully will inspire a few more Americans to take up this version of 'football'
Steve
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Lucia Valentina is my tip for the cup, former Kiwi, migrated to Oz, and one of the favoured horses. Our top trainer in Melbourne and Sydney comes from NZ, as does his top jockey James McDonald.
It's a fine balance; did the All Blacks inspire or frighten them off the game?
Comment from Eric1
Hi Steve, I too am a great RU fan my friend, Looking forward to the best team in the world popping over here for a hard fought game, I don't wish to make excuses, but please remember, the English side are relatively new as a team, we started rebuilding a year ago and the best result will be next year, so tell your boys to have mercy! LOL.
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014
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Hi Steve, I too am a great RU fan my friend, Looking forward to the best team in the world popping over here for a hard fought game, I don't wish to make excuses, but please remember, the English side are relatively new as a team, we started rebuilding a year ago and the best result will be next year, so tell your boys to have mercy! LOL.
Comment Written 01-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014
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They didn't show any mercy in the USA game! England are always tough.
They duly handed out the expected drubbing - final score 74 - 6 I imagine the coach is giving them a good roasting about letting the Eagles get those 6 points!
Despite the one-sided score line it was an entertaining game and hopefully will inspire a few more Americans to take up this version of 'football'
Steve
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Lol! I can imagine the half time talk.
Comment from kiwigirl2821
Loved this one Steve but don't count the Yanks out just yet. If the silly buggers can get over throwing the ball forward instead of backward, they may yet become some of the best we will see. But the AllBlacks, well mate they are simply poetry in motion and I live for the Haka!!! Awesome write my friend. xoxo Kiwi
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Loved this one Steve but don't count the Yanks out just yet. If the silly buggers can get over throwing the ball forward instead of backward, they may yet become some of the best we will see. But the AllBlacks, well mate they are simply poetry in motion and I live for the Haka!!! Awesome write my friend. xoxo Kiwi
Comment Written 01-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014
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Thank you!
They duly handed out the expected drubbing - final score 74 - 6 I imagine the coach is giving them a good roasting about letting the Eagles get those 6 points!
Despite the one-sided score line it was an entertaining game and hopefully will inspire a few more Americans to take up this version of 'football'
Steve