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Exploring Scinece & Engineering Camp: Discover the possibilities for your future
In September 2012 OBEP submitted a proposal through Natural Sciences and Engineerng Research Council of Canada (NSERC) to run a 3 year project to promote, and faciliate, in-depth knowledge and career connections in specific natural sciences industries to high school students through intensely focused camp experiences.
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Work with young Canadians to inspire an interest in science and engineering
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Setting the stage for girls and young women to succeed- proposal august 2012
In August 2012 OBEP submitted a proposal through the Status of Women Canada to run a pilot project aimed at "Strengthening girls' and young women's economic prosperity". The issue we identified is the a male-dominated technology industry. We know that during the last 30 years the enrolment of females in technology/engineering disciplines has remained stagnet with peak enrolment hitting approximately 20% and women in leadership roles in the technology industry are approximately 16% with little growth or change. We see the need to engage young girls and women to explore how we impact the culture of the tech industry to be fair and friendly to women. Our plan is to support youth female lead focus groups to explore the intersection of interest/skill in Science, Technology, Engingeering and Math (STEM), the level of desire to pursue a career and chart a path to achieve economic prosperity in the technology industry.
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Editor's note: This is the first of four features on the finalists for themen's head basketball position at Dalton State College.
Carl Nash believes there are local players who would be perfect for Dalton State College's relaunched men's basketball program.
And he wants "to go out and find them."
Nash is one of the four finalists who were named on Tuesday for the Dalton State College men's basketball head coaching position. Dalton State athletic director Derek Waugh said the finalists will come in for on-campus interviews during the next week and a half.
In addition to Nash, the finalists are former University of Tennessee-Chattanooga head coach Henry Dickerson; Dalton native and former Kennesaw State University head coach Tony Ingle; and former Winthrop University head coach Randy Peele.
The Del Norte, Colo., resident was a Georgia Southern University assistant under head coach Jeff Price from 1999-2009, and he also was an assistant coach at Auburn University and Clemson University in the 1990s.
With the Roadrunners building toward restarting the men's basketball program for the 2013-2014 school year — about 30 years after ending it at then Dalton Junior College — Nash called it "very exciting" times for the city, school and whoever is hired as the new coach.
"Years ago they were very successful, and I'd love to try and bring that excitement back in a four-year situation," Nash said in a phone interview Tuesday with The Daily Citizen. "I think there's so many positives about starting a new program. It's very challenging and very exciting to be a part of something like that."
Nash, 53, has 30 years of coaching experience. He said he's done it all, from small colleges to major ones. What attracts him the most to DSC is the foundation already being built.
"It's one of those things where it looks like it will work," Nash said. "The right pieces are in place. I know Georgia very well being at Georgia Southern for 10 years. Being all over the South, I think makes it very attractive for me. I think a lot of it has to do with Derek Waugh there. I think there's too many positives for someone like me not to be excited about it."
Nash believes the most important part in continuing to build that foundation is hitting the recruiting trail immediately.
"I don't think there's any doubt for any program, especially starting out, it has to be recruiting," he said. "You have to concentrate on getting the right student-athletes in the program. Especially starting out, you have to get out there and sell without having any background with your program. You have to build it from the bottom up and sell that."
And from his experience, the first thing you tout to potential recruits — both locally and far away — is the newness factor.
"I think the first thing you have to sell is it's a new program, and they're on the ground level of something very special," Nash said. "For players, you want to be the first of something. To be the first class to play at Dalton State College, that would be very exciting for players. And you have to sell the school itself; it's a great institution."
Nash stressed that finding recruits nearby who want to play for the local college is important. They're out there, Nash said. You just have to find them and bring them in to keep the buzz going, he added.
"I've recruited up in the area pretty well," Nash said. "Being from Georgia, you will have to recruit in the area, and there's good basketball in Georgia. You've got a town and a college that is really ready for basketball."
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Dalton State notebook: Lady Cats' Ellis ready to fly with Roadrunners
Madison Ellis was ready for Dalton State College athletics even before the Roadrunners were ready for her.
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That should leave little doubt about what kind of spirit the Dalton High School senior will bring to the college's cheerleading program when it launches into action later this year. - Sandoval will cheer for DSC
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The veteran rockers performed onstage together, much to the delight of the 76,000 viewers gathered in the Park. They sang I Saw Her Standing There as well as Twist and Shout.
But right in the middle of the performance, the music died as the organisers cut the power from their microphones, rendering the two rock legends unable to deliver their final song.
The organisers had reportedly pulled the plug after the concert had gone over its allotted time and was already violating noise regulations. The show, which was supposed to end at 10:30 pm, ended at almost 11:00 pm.
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Most of my strips have been one-offs up to this point, but I did want to throw in a multi-day storyline every so often. And I'm in the middle of my first one for TLT - select "Pleased To Meet Me (1)" in the menu on the TLT page to start from the beginning.
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Card Tips:Dragonic Kaiser Vermillion
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If you want to build a deck around Dragonic Kaiser Vermillion, it is key to have at least 2 Demonic Dragon Berserker Garuda. This will let you unflip the damage and use Vermillion's Limit Break more easily than hoping for a Heal Trigger.
Before using Vermillion's Limit Break and its Counterblast, if you would want to, call Malevolent Djinn and add it to the Soul three times to increase Vermillion's power by 9K along with a boost from Photon Bomber Wyvern. However you should only do this if you know victory is near or you really need that extra power. It is not wise to just move Malevolent Djinn to the soul as it is a valuable 10K shield.
Anti-Strategy: An opponent facing this card could restrict Vermillion's power by playing only one other Rear Guard in the front row, which makes it impractical to Counterblast three valuable damage to defeat one enemy. However, you still end up with an advantage as it means less rear guards that can attack you. Alternately, one can play the least desirable units on the rearguard circles, specifically units that aren't useful as rearguards or in the hand, therefore meaning the loss of those units won't be a big impact. Do note though that retired units are still a loss of units and thus a loss of card advantage.
This card is also ideal when combined with Dragonic Deathscythe. This unit can deal with any rear guard boosters (particularly those that can cause you to need to defend with more than 10000 shield), while Vermillion can use its Limit Break to retire powerful attackers, emptying the field, and consequently the hand.


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Former U.S. Attorney Dan K. Webb – who helped oversee the Operation Greylord investigation into Cook County judicial corruption, prosecuted a key figure in the Iran-Contra scandal and served as defense counsel for disgraced former Gov. George Ryan – has agreed to take a new, deeper look into the death of David Koschman.
Former U.S. Attorney Dan K. Webb has been appointed Special Prosecutor in David Koschman case.
On Second Thought...
Koschman Case Only About Justice
End Maywood's Mayhem
On Monday, Cook County Judge Michael P. Toomin appointed Webb, chairman of the Chicago-based law firm Winston & Strawn LLP, to serve as "special prosecutor" in the politically charged case.
Webb, one of the country's better-known litigators, is tasked with investigating how Koschman died, and whether Chicago police and Cook County prosecutors rigged their investigations to ensure criminal charges wouldn't be brought.
Koschman was 21 and living in Mount Prospect when, in 2004, he was allegedly punched by a nephew of then-Mayor Richard M. Daley in a late-night encounter in the Rush/Division nightlife district.
Koschman fell back, hit his head and later died. Daley's nephew, Richard "R.J." Vanecko, was apparently never interviewed by police. Nobody has been charged with a crime.
After the case was resurrected last year by the Chicago Sun-Times in a series of news articles, Cook County State's Attorney Anita Alvarez decided to take another look at the matter. But Koschman's mother and other family members petitioned the court to appoint an outside prosecutor, saying Alvarez had a conflict of interest and couldn't objectively handle the case, in part, because a prosecutor involved in the initial probe still works for her.
The Better Government Association submitted a "friend of the court" brief supporting the Koschman family's call for an independent review.
Earlier this month Toomin decided there indeed were serious concerns with how the case was handled, and said he would appoint an outsider to take a fresh look. (Toomin found the office had a conflict of interest, although not Alvarez personally.)
On Monday, Toomin announced Webb would be that person, and swore him in at a courtroom in the Criminal Courts Building at 26th and California.
Webb's legal fees will be covered by taxpayers. But Toomin's three-page order indicated that "in no event shall such compensation exceed the statutory annual salary of the elected State's Attorney for any twelve (12) month period."
Alvarez is paid around $200,000 a year.
Toomin also empowered Webb "to hire and direct a staff of deputy attorneys, investigators" and others, as needed. They also presumably will be paid.
Webb told reporters after Monday's hearing: "I'm going to go where the facts take me."
He said he has no timeline for moving forward as of yet.
Aside from serving as a defense lawyer for the now-imprisoned George Ryan as the ex-governor unsuccessfully fought corruption charges, Webb has handled other high-profile cases.
He was the U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Illinois in the 1980s when Greylord exposed the seedy underbelly of the Cook County court system, which was rife with bribes, favoritism, and political and mob influence.
He also acted as a special prosecutor in the Iran-Contra affair, leading to the conviction of retired Admiral John Poindexter.
In the Koschman case, Webb will have subpoena power and should have access to all documents held by police and prosecutors, Toomin said in court.
Locke Bowman, an attorney for the Koschman family, said he was "extremely gratified" by the appointment.
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Youtube Video: Weber Grill Commercial version 2
Watched any wacky commercials lately? This one's got good music(I think), but dancing next to a grill...
Also gave me an idea... various Drunkduck characters dancing to that music... in front or near a grill (or something similar). Could make for a community project... except that we'd all have to be good animators. X_X
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I feel a bit insulted by the Weber grill commercials. It's like they're saying, "we're not going to show you our product's features, demonstrate it, or even give you a reason to buy it... but you're going to buy it because these people are dancing." It sort of reminds me of another set of famous ads .
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This one totally cracked me up lol! What the HELL did he dig up?
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Chitral - A coronation ceremony of Fateh UL Mulk Naser as Mehtar was held at the royal fort Chitral. A large number of people including diplomats and officials attended the ceremony. The Mehtar was presented with the traditional crown by Pir Zahiruddin and Imam Shahi Masjid Qari Shabbir Ahmad. Provincial Minister Haji Hidayatullah, MNA Shahzada Muhiuddin, DCO Rehmatullah Khan Wazir, Dr Mir Afzal Tajik, Prof. Israruddin, Dr Inayatullah Faizi, Sahib Nadir Khan Advocate, Islamuddin, Mola Nigah Nigah, Sifat Zarin, Sufi Fazal Amin, Amirullah Khan Yaftali, Sardar Abdul Ghani, Iqbaluddin Sahar, Molana Khaliquzaman, and others addressed the gathering and congratulated the Mehtar. Those present included Nawab Salahuddin of Amb, Raja Justice Jalaluddin of Yasin, Ambassadors of Phillipines, Mayanmar and Brunei amongst others. A grand open luncheon was hosted for thousands of people. Later the Mehtar was taken to the polo ground in a procession where a friendship polo match was played. A cultural show followed the day long ceremony. -- Report and photos by Shahzada Idrees Hayat, Chitral 25 May 2012.


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Why Not Everyone Is a Gardener
I get such joy from working in the garden, I often wonder, "Why doesn't everyone want to do this?"
Think about it. People love a garden. They drive for miles to visit parks so that they can enjoy the luscious green and sniff that fresh air. Botanical gardens in nearly every major city and plenty of smaller ones attract thousands of visitors each year yearning to gaze upon the beauty of the flowers. (Millions on the days I'm there!) People are instant friends with vegetable gardeners in their offices who bring in baskets of their bounty to share. ("Zucchini anyone?") They buy gardening magazines by the bazillions. They'll slow down as they drive by to admire the gardens they pass on the way to work.
Cutting Tulips in the Bumblebee Garden – April 2008
And although most folks dutifully march outside to mow the lawn on Saturdays and maybe even do a bit of weed whacking to keep the home owners' association Nazis at bay, few people actually rush home from work to deadhead their dahlias and turn their compost. I'm talking about creating the kind of garden that makes people want to linger. At least not the people that I know.
So why don't more people actually create their own oases of beauty at home?
Lettuce and Veggies at Bumblebee – April 2008
When visitors see Bumblebee the first thing most people usually ask is, "How much time does all this take?" (I suspect they're also wondering, "How much does she spend on this gardening hobby of hers?")
I used to believe one of the biggest hurdles for most people is time. The desire is there, but most folks just can't seem to work it into their schedules because we're just too darned busy working to buy things. After all, the time gurus tell us that as Americans, in particular, we are possession rich and time poor.
Climbing Roses at Bumblebee – April 2008
But wait a minute. Think about this little nugget from the 2006 Time Use Survey conducted by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
On an average day, nearly every American age 15 and older–a whopping 95%–had several hours of leisure activity. Men had 5.7 hours of leisure time and women had 4.9 hours of leisure time. (I won't even go into that glaring disparity right now.) That's every single day. But for both men and women, half of that leisure time activity was spent watching television!
That means that most
Well, that explains it. Or at least part of it.
Sure, not everyone is as hepped up to sweat in the sun while ruining their manicure as I am. And not everyone has the space to garden. Some people are not able to manage the physical demands of gardening. A whole lot of people have no idea even how to get started since most of us no longer live near the grandparents, great grandparents, aunts and uncles who were traditionally our garden mentors. And I recognize that gardening on a grand scale can be costly, although there are plenty of budget alternatives to beautify the yard.
But for quite a lot of people, it's mostly a matter of preferring to watch "American Idol" or "Dancing With the Stars." Ultimately, it seems, Americans are making choices to tune out rather than to engage and create beauty right outside their own backdoors.
Sadly for them, these choices won't amount to much at the end of their days. Our lives are defined by the choices we make. Some of us will know all the winning strategies to be the "Survivor." And some of us will have lovely gardens, islands of peace, to share with friends and loved ones.


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Auckland's SPCA is so chockfull of roosters, it's offering free adoptions for all of June. CEO Christine Kalin says anyone who's keeping hens should consider getting one. Even for people who don't have hens, she says roosters make awesome pets, although they can't be kept in urban areas because of early morning noises. But they make ideal an addition on a rural property, especially ones with established hen flocks. They'll clear up leftovers and help keep the grass down. Ms Kalin says if you form a trusting relationship with a rooster it will follow you about, and alert you to intruders much like a dog. Photo: Roosters ready to adopt - Caeser, Harry and Wayne (supplied) |
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Eagles, Vick work out new deal
Michael Vick will be a Chip Kelly quarterback after all.
Now that the NFL's 2013 calendar year has begun, here's what fans have to look forward to.FOXSports.com has learned that the Philadelphia Eagles are not parting ways with Vick despite months of rumors to the contrary. The team and Vick worked out a restructured three-year contract on Monday, just two seasons after he signed a $100 million extension that included $35.5 million in guaranteed money.
The new deal is essentially for one-year, however. A source familiar with the contract told The Associated Press that Vick could earn up to $10 million in 2013 if he meets all his performance incentives, and the team will void the remaining two years on March 15.
Vick, 32, fits Kelly's up-tempo offense. He was guaranteed $3 million next season as part of his $15.5 million base salary before agreeing to a restructured contract.
Vick threw for 2,362 passing yards, 12 touchdowns and 10 interceptions in his fourth season with the Eagles but was sidelined for six games after suffering a concussion against the Dallas Cowboys on November 11.
Nick Foles was later named Vick's replacement for the rest of the season but missed the Eagles' Week 17 game against the New York Giants after breaking his hand the week before against the Washington Redskins. Vick started at quarterback against the Giants in a 42-7 loss.
Kelly was noncommittal at his opening press conference on Jan. 17 on the quarterback situation.
''I'm going to look at everybody,'' he said. ''If you can throw the ball and run, I'm going to take you out there. We're going to look at everything we can do to put the best product on the field and that's what it's all about. I've followed Michael's career and I understand what a talent he is. But there is nothing that's on the board right now, there's nothing that's off the board right now.
Vick was signed by Philadelphia in 2009, and became the starter in 2010. He led the Eagles that season to an NFC East title, and a memorable 38-31 December win over the Giants in which he rallied the team from a 21-point deficit.
''Our sole focus and goal is that we're going to put an offense on the field that's going to score points,'' Kelly said. ''That's basically what we're going to do and whoever that is, I don't know that. There's nobody ruled in, there's nobody ruled out.''
There are questions, of course, about Vick's durability and his age, as he now seems far removed from that resurgent 2010 season. He finished that year with 3,018 yards passing, 676 yards rushing and 30 total touchdowns.
''He's younger than (Dallas quarterback) Tony Romo, and he's right about the same age as (Giants quarterback) Eli Manning,'' Kelly said. ''The only reason I say that is because I told Michael that this morning, and he didn't know.''
Vick only played in 10 games last season, and in the finale vs. New York, he had a quarterback rating of just 68.4.
''I looked at the films, and studied the tape. When you look at Michael, it's his toughness. That cannot be overrated at all,'' Kelly said. ''We looked at his skillset. He still has that skillset. He can still throw the football.
''He's got an unbelievable release, and it's our job as coaches to make sure he can get the ball out quickly.''
All told, Vick has started 35 games for Philadelphia over the last three seasons. Foles has started six. The Eagles scored just 280 points last season as they endured an eight- and a three-game losing streak. Only Arizona (250) scored fewer in the NFC.
When asked which quarterback would work with the first-team offense in training camp, Kelly smiled and quickly showed he's going to be able to handle the Philadelphia media just fine.
''We'll go alphabetical,'' he said with a grin. ''First name? Last name? We'll flip a coin.''
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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Fox Sports rugby commentator Greg Clark previews round four of the 2012 Super Rugby season
- March 14, 2012
Fox Sports rugby commentator Greg Clark previews round four of Super Rugby, including the Aussie derby between New South Wales Waratahs and Western Force.
We're heading into round four and by now the 15 teams should've brushed aside the cobwebs and they should be ready to move up a gear.
From what I've seen so far, the Aussie conference is dragging behind the other two and I'm hoping we see better execution and more skill from our teams in what is a crunch weekend for them.
Queensland Reds might be unbeaten after three matches but they're not playing well. The first half last week against Melbourne Rebels was probably their worst 40 minutes since Ewen McKenzie took over as coach.
Yes, I know the Queenslanders have won all their games so far, which is more than can be said for eleven of the teams. Opposing sides are content to kill the ball, but they know they can't win back-to-back titles playing the sort of rugby they've been dishing up.
New South Wales Waratahs are one from three and could have won them all. But they didn't, and now they find themselves counting the cost of missed opportunities as the injury toll rises.
They turned over too much ball and conceded too many penalties in Dunedin last week, and you can't do that against an in-form team like the Highlanders.
The Brumbies are doing a lot better than many thought at the start of the season, but let's keep their unbeaten run in perspective.
They have had a bye and their wins have been against the two bottom teams the, Cheetahs and Western Force. Life will be tougher in the coming weeks.
It was pleasing to see the Rebels get their defence in order last week against the Reds but they really won't take that next step until they learn how to score tries.
They've now played the Reds three times and still haven't scored a five-pointer. They've played the Tahs three times and have scored just one, and it was a penalty try.
That leaves the Force. I thought last week's effort against the Hurricanes was their worst performance for some time, and they picked their first home game of the season to do it.
The pack is good but they are really lacking a playmaker and someone to run the backline and add some structure to the attack.
So what can we expect this week? Well, the Bulls, Crusaders sand Lions have the bye leaving six games to be played.
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Chiefs v Brumbies, Bay Park Stadium, Mount Maunganui, Friday 5.30pm (EDT)
Clarkie says: "Both teams are coming off a win and while the Brumbies have a good record overall against the Chiefs, they haven't had much success in New Zealand in recent years. In fact, their last win across the ditch was back in round one, 2009. If they are to break a six-game losing streak over there they'll need to get on top early and try to take the sting out of the impressive Chiefs' attack. The Brumbies forwards will need to aim up and it'll be interesting to see if the backs can shut down Sonny Bill Williams, Richard Kahui and co. Apart from the second-half meltdown against the Highlanders in round one, the Chiefs have been one of the form teams. The men from the Waikato have now beaten so-called Kiwi heavyweights, the Blues and Crusaders, in recent weeks and they look the real deal under new coaches Dave Rennie and Wayne Smith. They've lost four of the past five and 10 of the last 13 against the Brumbies, but I'm picking them to win this one."
Clarkie's tip: Chiefs
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Stormers v Blues, Newlands, Cape Town, Saturday 4.10am (EDT)
Clarkie says: "This is a tough one to predict. It's hard to know which Blues team will turn up and are we finally going to see some attack from the Stormers? The Blues have lost Jerome Kaino for the season and Rene Ranger has been suspended, but they're coming off their first win of the season against the Bulls and that might be the boost they've been looking for. The Bulls outscored them by three tries to two last week but young fly half Gareth Anscombe scored all 29 points for the Blues. They'll need a similar effort from him at Newlands. The Stormers are fresh after a bye and know they need to make the most of these home games before heading off on a tough Australasian tour to Dunedin, Christchurch, Brisbane and Perth. A lot of visiting teams regard Newlands as a graveyard, but last season the Stormers actually lost four games at the venue. They still don't score enough tries for my liking but their defence has been very good again this year, and they should be able to contain the Blues and still be unbeaten after this weekend."
Clarkie's tip: Stormers
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Hurricanes v Highlanders, Westpac Stadium, Wellington, Saturday 5.30pm (EDT)
Clarkie says: "This could be the match of the round if both teams take a positive mindset into the match. It's the Canes' first game at home and they are full of confidence after they surprised their critics by winning two of the three games abroad. They had plenty of luck in Perth as the bounce of the ball went their way at times, but they also created some wonderful five-pointers. Not bad for a team that is in a rebuilding phase after so many big names headed elsewhere. It's hard not to like the Highlanders. The perennial Kiwi battlers haven't been able to hold onto to some talented locally produced players over the years, leaving them to make do with a few discards from other regions. But, that all seems to have changed under the coaching of Jamie Joseph. There is now plenty of belief and that's why they've won all three games so far. They've won by four, three and one point respectively. That indicates to me that they can battle hard for the full 80 minutes, no matter who they are playing. Already they've beaten the Chiefs, Crusaders and Waratahs. I won't be surprised if they add the Hurricanes to that list despite the match being played in Wellington."
Clarkie's tip: Highlanders
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NSW Waratahs v Western Force, Allianz Stadium, Sydney, Saturday 7.40pm (EDT)
Clarkie says: "These two Aussie teams are coming off losses last week but at least the Tahs had a decent crack after their disrupted travel to Dunedin. They very nearly beat the Highlanders with a squad that is missing some big names because of injury. The loss of Cliff Palu was crucial because he would have given them some extra thrust around the paddock. They can't afford to take the Force lightly but they'll feel great about being back at their spiritual home Allianz Stadium (formerly SFS). It's only round four but it's already crunch time for the Force. They're winless and have two games on the road before they head back to Perth for a block of four home fixtures. The forward pack can compete, and we all know how valuable David Pocock is to the side, but it's the backline that's causing major concerns. They're low on talent because of injuries, and they lack direction around the paddock. Makeshift fly half James Stannard is the only back that has scored a try (2) in three games so far. If they can keep it tight they might have a chance to pull off a much needed upset, but I doubt they can match the Tahs out wide at the moment."
Clarkie's tip: Waratahs
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Sharks v Queensland Reds, ABSA Stadium, Durban, Sunday 2.10am (EDT)
Clarkie says: "These two sides didn't meet in 2011 and while the Reds are leading the overall head-to-head stats 10-6, the Sharks have actually won four of the past five games between them and the last three in Durban. They've only dropped two of their past 13 games against all comers at Kings Park and are coming off their first win of the year against the Lions last week. They scored four tries to two to pick up a bonus point and they weren't too far off the pace in their narrow losses to both the Bulls and Stormers in the opening weeks. The Reds are getting the job done but only just. Referees are allowing opposing sides to slow the game down and that's really frustrating coach Ewen McKenzie. Jonathan Kaplan is scheduled to ref this week's game so it'll be interesting to see how he interprets the breakdown. The Reds were undefeated in South Africa last year and have now won their past four and seven of the last eight away games. They haven't been all that convincing yet, but that is hopefully about to change. If the Sharks' concede penalties Mike Harris will make them pay and I'm going to stick with them as they attempt to keep their unbeaten record intact."
Clarkie's tip: Reds
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Melbourne Rebels v Cheetahs, AAMI Park, Melbourne, Sunday 4.10pm (EDT)
Clarkie says: "What a relief it was to see the Rebels make their tackles last week against the Reds, and right up until the full-time siren they were in with a chance of causing a major boilover. In the end it was their inability to finish that cost them. Now that Kurtley Beale has a run under his belt, his combination with James O'Connor will hopefully click and that'll be a great sight for the loyal fans at AAMI Park in what is a rare Sunday afternoon fixture. With just one try in 160 minutes of rugby so far this season, the Rebels need to crank things up, and they might actually start favourites for a change. You never really know what you're going to get from the Cheetahs, just ask the Tahs who took them lightly last year and paid the price. They thought they had the game sewn up against the Brumbies last week before conceding two late penalties that were duly kicked between the posts. They're a team that relies on confidence, so if they get off to a good start against the Rebels - who have lost their last eleven on the trot - the hosts will be in trouble again. The Cheetahs have some rising talent in their ranks and they'll have a crack from anywhere. But here's the problem. They've lost their last six games and are one from 15 in Australia. They've won just one of their past seven away games. I'm going for the home team.
Clarkie's tip: Rebels
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scotsman of sydeny says March 14, 2012 at 9:17 AM
Brumbies for the win!
Force Forwards Immense of Subiaco says March 14, 2012 at 10:24 AM
"Theyâre low on talent because of injuries" - regarding the Force. No they are just low on talent in the backs full stop. Not one recent Wallaby amoung them. Shepperd was once a big hope buy he is fragile and has not played consistently in YEARS. Cummins has made the big squad for the Wallabies but you have to be able to hold a ball in a tackle to be reliable. They don't have a play maker at all. And the only people scoring tries are the over worked forwards and Stannard. I have not a clue the 15 I'd choose as I don't like the options available. I feel for Richard Graham. I doubt he is sleeping and his disappointment must even exceed my own. On a positive the forwards are looking really good. Cowan, Lynn (Wallaby prediction), Sharpe, Hodgson and Pocock are playing like true Wallabies. Such a shame they don't get to enjoy their amazing rugby as they are playing on such a forwards heavy team. (Ma'afu was another bad recruit for the Force. Fat, lazy and totally disinterested.)
Go the REDS says March 14, 2012 at 10:50 AM
Clarkie, you picked the Reds I sure hope you are back on form. Queensland needs a lift after the embarassing shenannigans of this "Pineapple" party this week. Perhaps the team can donate a goat for every goal Harris kicks.
Brumbies fan from Townsville says March 14, 2012 at 10:55 AM
The mighty Brumbies will go under the radar this year, they may not win the comp, but they will cause some small upsets.
DK of perth says March 14, 2012 at 11:06 AM
if you think about it, we've had some of the best walllaby backs over the last few years - gits, jimmy, digby...
Hannes of Perth says March 14, 2012 at 12:41 PM
Force backs is not effective because they are poorly coached. They get good ball, but are too narrow, have no depth,no variation that makes it easy to defend. The kicking gape is worst than theur running game. When the Force loose the ball and attack turns into defense their defense structures fall apart. Another sign of poor coaching. The best that the Force can do is to keep the score low by conceeding penalties. I am a Force supporterand glad that they play in Sydney and not in Perth as I do not wat to see this game. The Force must write of this season and start to build for next year and give youngsters (if local it would be better) an opportunity to play at this level. Who knows they may be a Force next year? Struggling through the season with the current player group and signed all players that did not make it in NSW or WLD is notthe way to go!
Blinky Bill of Bellingen NSW says March 14, 2012 at 2:50 PM
I'm hoping that the coaching staff sort out that backline in the game against the Force. We need more punch in the mid field & that means Horne 12 & AAC at 13 with Foley chiming in. Pretorius 9 & Barnes 10 could be exciting together. Let's get the show on the road coaches by being Procative and not Reactive.
Cheesy of Bunno says March 14, 2012 at 4:52 PM
Hannes of Perth you are on the money,its not like we havent had good backs like Ratu Nasiganiyavi,Dion Berryman,Brock James to name a few but we always chase has been crap players!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!stick with young talent and for god sake get some one in to bring some running ruggers,Perth aight want to see boring kick kick kick rugby,we are ment to be growing the sport not killing it by bordom
Chief of Nundle says March 14, 2012 at 5:33 PM
Nice to see you've finally woken up and tipped the Mighty Chiefs and the Highlanders. Not doing to bad for the so called 4th and 5th placed teams in the NZ conference, eh Clarkie.
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Your'e clutching at straws by hoping that the Reds will pull this one off Clarkie. The Sharks have their talent back and will obliterate them to start building momentum for their tour. The Reds have been lucky thus far, it' going to end this weekend
KC of Las Vegas says March 14, 2012 at 7:54 PM
AC/DC says, "money talks" so KC says $10k on Brumbies +13.5 points
Andrew Howitt of Cape Town says March 15, 2012 at 6:22 AM
Agree with most of your predictions. Chiefs by 15+ ,Waratahs by 20+ , Stormers to win due to superior kicking game with GRANT back (what a player), Rebels will win but I dont think they will win as easily as you make it sound, they will struggle up front as the Cheetahs forward pack are def better than the Rebels. I think the Sharks will also win, dont see the Reds as the same team as last year especially with Digby very quiet this year. and Finally I agree the Highlanders will win , but also it will be a tight game especially after the Hurricanes game last week, Cheers
RewaHard says March 15, 2012 at 10:31 AM
Nope...BLUES and HURRICANES to win their matches!!
Letitia of Brisbane says March 15, 2012 at 4:56 PM
If the kiwis give the Tahs a fair go and not try to boo them off the park, I'm sure we can beat the living daylights out of all NZ teams. Commmon guys time to put the bad WC attitude behind you!
aweblax of Sydney says March 15, 2012 at 5:03 PM
Chiefs, Highlanders?, Sharks?, Blues?, Tahs, Rebels. ? Not overly confident, Hurricanes, and Stormers impressive teams. Reds to a point also.
Nic of Botswana says March 15, 2012 at 6:22 PM
Howzit CLarkie..I agree with you saying the Auzzies arent quite at the pace of NZ or SA conferences...lets see if that can change with a big Tahs win and a last minute Reds victory to put them back as favourites. Chiefs by 15...but coach JW can pull a surprise against any team! Stormers by 12 Canes-highlanders draw Tahs by 20 Sharks by 6 Cheetahs can pull this one off..and deserve to!!
The banker of Atop a pile of KC's cash. says March 15, 2012 at 6:59 PM
What odds you want on that KC? Bugger me! Brave man... I'll give you 3 to one. Bank account details to follow :D
Mark from Munster of Munster, WA says March 16, 2012 at 12:51 AM
Western Force extremely unimpressive. Lazy work off the ball by players so always poorly positioned and not set to attack. No second line in attack and no deception so opposition defence is never truly tested. Sheehan's option taking at half is poor at best. Looks good when he gets on the front foot but kicking game is ineffective and often at wrong time. Stannard working hard at fly half but would love to see him move into 9 and get someone in at 10 who can lead the team around the paddock. Forwards a going OK but need to dominate the breakdown better. Make the hard call coach, it is what you are payed for.
Mule of Durban, South Africa says March 16, 2012 at 1:39 AM
Another interesting week awaits! Usually top two or three in my pool but stone last since following you, Clarkie. Really hope that you regain form soon. Agree on most, but Canes and Sharks to prevail and have a funny feeling about Cheetahs..........
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Hannes of Perth. i agree wholeheartedly. we along with our friends have been gold members at the force since inception with nothing but excuses and disappointment each year. Richard Graham had a full off season to arrange a back line including a B option at fly half. get rid of the coach and bring in some one with a game plan that does not include kicking away possession. bring on 2013
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