Monthly Archives: July 2020

The All-Conquering 1984 Wallabies by Craig Muncey

Posted on July 27, 2020 by

As a young boy in 1984, I was heavily influenced by sport (as I am now). I was interested in most sports, especially sporting events on these shores. In football, I had Liverpool, a dominant force for the majority of … Continue reading →

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The Original Brave Blossom

Posted on July 20, 2020 by

A few weeks before the last year’s Rugby World Cup, an article was posted on a website of Kyoto Shimbun (newspaper). The story featured Ishi Fukui, a woman who ran a sporting goods business from 1922 in Kyoto. The writer … Continue reading →

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A Scandal in Paris: France v Scotland, 1913

Posted on July 13, 2020 by

The opening match of the 5 Nations Championship in 1913 was beset with problems from the outset… Continue reading →

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I remember when I managed the All Blacks…

Posted on July 6, 2020 by

Twickenham Stadium Tour Guide John tells the story of the weekend he “managed” the All Blacks… Continue reading →

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