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Fri October 31, 2008
by Doug MacDougall
Source: PNG Media Manager
They might have been softly spoken words but an address from Papua New Guinean legend Marcus Bai today hit the Kumuls hard ahead of their crucial World Cup clash against New Zealand tomorrow night at Skilled Park.
Bai, a former Melbourne Storm star and Kumuls mainstay throughout the 1995 and 2000 World Cups, urged the team to lift to the next level tomorrow.
"Everyone is proud of the way PNG played last week against England but there is even more potential in this side," Bai said today at the team's final training run at Miami's Pizzey Park.
"I see a real spirit in this side, something special."
Bai, who was joined by fellow Kumuls legend Tommy O'Reilly, spoke of the impact coach Adrian Lam has had on the national side since he took up the post in 2006.
"What Adrian has done is bring together players of Papua New Guinean heritage from all over the world," Bai said.
"Back when I was playing there were barely any half-caste players, and very rarely any white players.
"Today, the team is full of players who have been able to reconnect with their heritage and it looks to me that they have discovered the passion that burns inside when they represent PNG.
"Our country is like no other - Rugby League is absolutely everything to PNG.
"It is not just a sport, It is the one and only sport. That is what makes it so special for these guys to pull on the jersey.
"I know that whatever happens tomorrow night, PNG will be proud of them, and they will have so much to build on going into the future."
Kumuls captain John Wilshere said the players felt privileged to be addressed by a former player regarded as one of the best the country has ever produced.
"Just what he has done for PNG Rugby League - he is a legend of the game and it's humbling to receive his praise and encouragement," Wilshere said.
"It was a great thing to hear him speak and I know the guys were rapt to have him show up to training and give us his support."
Sat June 23, 2007
Source: www.melbournestorm.com.auMelbourne Storm tonight announced its "Team of the Decade" at the club's official 10th birthday Gala Dinner held at the National Gallery Victoria.
A crowd of close to 700 people saw many past and present players honoured with their induction into what has been judged to be the best team in Melbourne Storm's history.
Eight current players have been named in the line-up, while six retired players were also named. Three players who are still plying their trade with other clubs made up the remainder of the team.
Glenn Lazarus, the club's first big name signing, was named as captain of the team, while current coach Craig Bellamy was named as coach.
Storm CEO Brian Waldron said the members of the team of the decade showed just how many greats of the game had played for the club in its short history.
"The team is a collection of past greats and current champions," said Waldron.
"It's indicative of the strength of our future when current players such as Cam Smith, Billy Slater, Ryan Hoffman, Greg Inglis and many others are in this team announced tonight.
"It's also tremendous recognition for the likes of Glenn Lazarus, Marcus Bai, Matt Geyer and Stephen Kearney, just to name a few, for the outstanding contributions they have made to the club.
"The selection committee of John Ribot, Frank Stanton, Greg Brentnall and Steve Mascord had an extremely difficult time deciding the final 18 selected given the depth of talent this club has had in its brief but rich history."TEAM OF THE DECADE:
Starting line-up:
1. Billy Slater
2. Matt Geyer
3. Matt King
4. Greg Inglis
5. Marcus Bai
6. Scott Hill
7. Brett Kimmorley
8. Glenn Lazarus - Captain
9. Cameron Smith
10. Robbie Kearns
11. Ryan Hoffman
12. Stephen Kearney
13. Tawera Nikau
Interchange:
14. Rodney Howe
15. Dallas Johnson
16. David Kidwell
17. Cooper Cronk
Coach: Craig Bellamy
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 2006 World Club Challenge
Bradford Bulls
1 games; 2 tries, 8 points.
[View] WCC [04 Feb 06] W 30-10 v Tigers (H). [WG] 8 Pts; 2t (6th, 73rd)
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2006 engage English Super League
Bradford Bulls
24 games; 9 tries, 36 points.
[View] Round 1 [12 Feb 06] W 20-14 v Wakefield (A). [WG]
[View] Round 2 [18 Feb 06] D 18-18 v Harlequins (H). [WG]
[View] Round 3 [24 Feb 06] W 34-4 v Salford City (H). [WG]
[View] Round 4 [04 Mar 06] W 50-18 v Catalans (A). [WG] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 5 [10 Mar 06] W 18-12 v Hull (H). [WG]
[View] Round 6 [17 Mar 06] L 16-38 v St Helens (A). [WG]
[View] Round 7 [24 Mar 06] W 34-12 v Wigan (H). [WG] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 8 [08 Apr 06] L 18-22 v Warrington (H). [WG]
[View] Round 9 [13 Apr 06] W 20-18 v Leeds (A). [WG] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 10 [18 Apr 06] W 52-18 v Huddersfield (H). [WG] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 11 [23 Apr 06] L 4-27 v Warrington (A). [WG] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 12 [28 Apr 06] W 54-6 v Les Catalans (H). [WG] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 13 [05 May 06] L 12-28 v Hull FC (A). [WG]
[View] Round 14 [13 May 06] W 58-16 v Harlequins (A). [WG] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 22 [21 Jul 06] W 42-20 v Wakefield (A). [WG]
[View] Round 23 [04 Aug 06] W 50-22 v Warrington (H). [WG]
[View] Round 24 [12 Aug 06] L 26-28 v Harlequins (A). [WG] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 25 [18 Aug 06] W 48-10 v Castleford (H). [WG]
[View] Round 26 [01 Sep 06] L 16-38 v Wigan (A). [WG]
[View] Round 27 [08 Sep 06] L 12-20 v Wakefield (H). [WG]
[View] Round 28 [17 Sep 06] W 42-30 v Huddersfield (A). [WG] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Finals Week One [23 Sep 06] W 52-6 v Salford City (H). [WG]
[View] Finals Week Two [30 Sep 06] W 40-24 v Warrington (H). [WG]
[View] Finals Week Three [06 Oct 06] L 12-19 v Hull FC (A). [WG]
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2005 English Super League
Leeds Rhinos
28 games; 16 tries, 64 points.
[View] Round 1 [11 Feb 05] W 16-12 v Hull FC (A). [WG] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 2 [18 Feb 05] W 30-18 v St Helens (H). [WG]
[View] Round 3 [27 Feb 05] W 66-8 v Widnes (H). [WG] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 4 [06 Mar 05] W 54-10 v Huddersfield (A). [WG]
[View] Round 5 [11 Mar 05] W 38-6 v Warrington (H). [WG] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 6 [18 Mar 05] W 30-12 v Salford (A). [WG] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 7 [24 Mar 05] W 42-12 v Bulls (A). [WG]
[View] Round 8 [28 Mar 05] L 28-44 v Wildcats (H). [WG]
[View] Round 9 [09 Apr 05] W 64-6 v London (H). [WG] 12 Pts; 3t
[View] Round 10 [15 Apr 05] W 38-14 v Wigan (A). [WG] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 11 [23 Apr 05] W 42-20 v Widnes (A). [WG]
[View] Round 12 [29 Apr 05] W 44-14 v Huddersfield (H). [WG]
[View] Round 14 [20 May 05] W 42-24 v Leigh (H). [WG]
[View] Round 15 [27 May 05] L 24-38 v St Helens (A). [WG] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 16 [03 Jun 05] W 34-14 v Hull (H). [WG] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 17 [10 Jun 05] W 70-6 v Wildcats (A). [WG] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 18 [18 Jun 05] W 70-0 v Wigan (H). [WG]
[View] Round 19 [01 Jul 05] W 36-26 v Bulls (H). [WG]
[View] Round 20 [09 Jul 05] L 24-32 v London (A). [WG] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 21 [15 Jul 05] W 54-14 v Salford (H). [WG]
[View] Round 22 [23 Jul 05] W 46-22 v Warrington (A). [WG] 8 Pts; 2t
[View] Round 24 [13 Aug 05] W 44-24 v London (H). [WG] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 25 [19 Aug 05] L 10-42 v Bulls (H). [WG]
[View] Round 26 [02 Sep 05] L 22-24 v Wigan (A). [WG]
[View] Round 27 [10 Sep 05] L 16-33 v Warrington (A). [WG] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 28 [16 Sep 05] W 34-26 v Wildcats (H). [WG]
[View] Qualifying Semi-Final [30 Sep 05] W 19-16 v St Helens (A). [WG]
[View] Grand Final [15 Oct 05] L 6-15 v Bulls. [WG]
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