Dell’iniziativa di Rugby Sin Frontieras nell’isola-carcere di Robben Island – dove Nelson Mandela passò 18 anni in cella – ho già detto e ho anche presentato una bella fotogallery.
Ora c’è un video, particolarmente bello ed emozionante
Giorno: 10 novembre 2011
Il miglior XV del Mondiale: le scelte dei tifosi
Eccolo qui il Dream Team iridato dei fans di Facebook della Rugby World Cup. Scelte che in alcuni casi sono più di pancia (due soli gallesi presenti, tanto per dire…), ma così hanno voluto i tifosi. Vox populi, vox dei…
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Jean-Baptiste Poux FRA
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The french prop has now played in three Rugby World Cups and was ever present in the French team on their run to the final. A leader on the field and 100% committed to the team effort, Poux has shown he deserves his place in your Dream Team. |
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Keven Mealamu NZL | A firm fans favourite, Keven Mealamu scored his second Rugby World Cup try at this year’s tournament. His appearance against France in the final saw him equal Sean Fitzpatrick record as New Zealand’s most capped hooker with 92 test caps. |
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Owen Franks NZL | A phenomenal tackler, the younger Franks brother has been described as the unsung hero of this year’s All Blacks side. A self confessed rugby obsessive who, at only 23, has a very bright future ahead of him. |
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Brad Thorn NZL | Brad Thorn was your choice for the #4 shirt by a considerable margin. He featured in all seven of New Zealand’s RWC 2011 victories, scoring a try along the way. The final against France was last appearance as an All Black but his performance will be remembered for a long time to come. |
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Paul O’Connell IRE | Voted Man of the Match in Ireland’s first match of RWC 2011, Paul O’Connell was the overwhelming favourite for the #5 shirt in your Dream Team. Appearing in his third RWC, O’Connell was the heartbeat of the Irish side on their run to the quarter finals. |
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Thierry Dusautoir FRA | Thierry Dusautoir beat off some stiff competition to land his place as #6 in your Dream Team. It caps a fine year for the France captain after leading his team to RWC Final, as well as being named IRB player of the Year Award. |
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Richie McCaw NZL | RWC winning captain Richie McCaw became the fourth All Black in your Dream Team after taking a huge percentage of the vote for the #7 shirt. His stand out performances in both the semi-final and the Final were achieved whilst carrying a foot injury, making his place in your team all the more deserved. |
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Imanol Harinordoquy FRA | Imanol Harinordoquy leads by example. He dominates in the air. He picks and drives. In short, he inspires his team mates. A worthy #8 for any team in the world and a great asset for your Dream Team. |
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Mike Phillips WAL | Mike Phillips was chosen as your scrum half by a comfortable distance. His ability to cut through tough tackles and score important tries makes him one of the world’s best in his position. |
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Ronan O’Gara IRE | The second Irish player to make the Dream Team, O’Gara earned his place after scoring 44 points at RWC 2011. His cool head and calm under pressure make him a valuable addition to your team. |
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Richard Kahui NZL | Voted Man of the Match in New Zealand’s opening match against Tonga, Richard Kahui proved himself an integral part of the All Blacks team, playing in 4 more matches and scoring a total of 4 RWC tries. |
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Jamie Roberts WAL | Considered by many as one of the players of the tournament, Jamie Roberts was a popular choice for your #12 shirt. Ever present in the Wales team, he was an inspiration both on and off the field. |
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Brian O’Driscoll IRE | Ireland Captain Brian O’Driscoll took nearly 50% of the votes to make your Dream Team. A consistent performer for Ireland, O’Driscoll added to his impressive tally of international tries with a well taken try in Ireland’s must win Pool match against Italy. |
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Cory Jane NZL | Named Man of the Match in New Zealand’s stunning semi final win over Australia, Cory Jane won plenty of new fans in his first RWC. Beating off tough opposition for the #14 shirt Cory Jane’s place in your team is well deserved. |
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Israel Dagg NZL
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Mercurial feet, astute under the high ball and five tries in his five Rugby World Cup matches saw New Zealand’s full back Israel Dagg aptly complete the RWC Facebook Dream Team. |
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Giudice Sportivo: questa settimana i cattivi sono solo in Serie B
SERIE B
SQUALIFICA AUTOMATICA – Doppio Cartellino Giallo
– RAMIREZ JUAN CRUZ, della ASD RUGBY VILLADOSE 1976, espulso temporaneamente al 8° ed al 31° del 2°tempo, UNA SETTIMANA DI SQUALIFICA AUTOMATICA (dal 7/11/2011 al 13 Novembre 2011 compresi)
ILLECITI TECNICI A CARICO DI GIOCATORI – SQUALIFICHE
– BOMBACI GIROLAMO, della SAN GIORGIO R. REGGIO CALABRIA ASD, segnalato a fine gara dall’ arbitro, infraz. Artt.026/01 lett. B) (PROTESTE ARBITRO), 026/01 lett. C) (OFFESE ARBITRO) reiterato, QUATTRO SETTIMANE DI SQUALIFICA, sanzione inasprita ai sensi dell’art. 014/01 in, CINQUE SETTIMANE DI SQUALIFICA (dal 7/11/2011 al 11 Dicembre 2011 compresi)
– DE LUCA ALESSANDRO, della RUGBY VICENZA ASD, espulso al 30° del 2°tempo, i nfraz. Art. 026/01 lett. X) (SPINTONI E STRATTONI), UNA SETTIMANA DI SQUALIFICA (dal 7/11/2011 al 13 Novembre 2011 compresi)
– LERDA RAMIRO, della ASD PALERMO RUGBY CLUB 2005, espulso al 4° del 2°tempo, infraz. Art. 026/01 lett. T) (GIOCA UN AVVERSARIO SENZA PALLA), TRE SETTIMANE DI SQUALIFICA (dal 7/11/2011 al 27 Novembre 2011 compresi)
– PALOZZI PATRIZIO, della ASD C.U.S.ROMA RUGBY, espulso al 38° del 2°tem po, infraz. Art. 026/01 lett. O) (CALCIO), TRE MESI DI SQUALIFICA, viste le circostanze aggravanti di cui all’art. 026/02 lett. B) e tenuto conto della recidiva ai sensi dell’art. 014/01, CINQUE MESI DI SQUALIFICA (dal 7/11/2011 al 6 Aprile 2012 compresi)
– TENANI FRANCESCO, della CUS FERRARA RUGBY ASD, espulso al 12° del 2°tempo , infraz. Art. 026/01 lett. N) (CALPESTATA), QUATTRO SETTIMANE DI SQUALIFICA, sanzione inasprita ai sensi dell’art. 014/01 in, SEI SETTIMANE DI SQUALIFICA (dal
7/11/2011 al 18 Dicembre 2011 compresi)
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Rugby e combine, un rapporto inesistente. Quasi.
Il doping nello sport rimane il fenomeno di maggior rilievo, rappresenta in fatti quasi il 96% dei casi di frode. Le combine sportive rappresentano invece il 3%, solo la metà (l’1,63%) sono legate alle scommesse; mentre l’abuso di informazioni riservate è all’1,5% circa. In altri termini, i casi di doping accertati sono 35 volte quelli di combine, addirittura 60 volte quelli di combine legate a scommesse. Lo dice una ricerca condotta dal CIBS (International Centre for the Business of Sport) della Coventry University e commissionata da Remote Gambling Association (RGA), European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) e European Sports Security Association (ESSA).
La ricerca si basa su un unico database in cui sono stati raccolti 2.089 casi di frode sportiva accertati tra il 2000 e il 2010. I casi di doping accertati sono 1998. Quelli di combine invece sono appena 57 (di cui 33 legati alle scommesse, 22 quelli determinati da altri fini), la maggior parte dei quali verificatisi in Europa (30 casi) e in Asia (19). Per quanto riguarda l’Europa, 21 casi riguardavano il calcio (13 quelli legati alle scommesse); seguono le corse ippiche (4 casi tutti legati alle scommesse). Si è registrato un caso ciascuno per basket, corse motoristiche, rugby e tennis, ma solo per quest’ultimo sport la combine era legata alle scommesse. I paesi europei maggiormente esposti si sono rivelati la Gran Bretagna (4 casi di combine legate alle scommesse e 1 non collegato al gioco) e l’Italia (3 casi di combine legata a scommesse e 2 non collegati al gioco); segue la Germania (rispettivamente 2 e 2 casi).
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Inghilterra, autunno 2012: va in scena il meglio, o quasi, dell’Emisfero Sud
La federazione inglese ha annunciato i test-match dell’autunno 2012, eccoli:
England vs. Fiji
Saturday 17 November 2012, KO 2.30pm
England vs. Australia
Saturday 24 November 2012, KO 2.30pm
England vs. South Africa
Saturday 1 December 2012, KO 2.30pm
England vs. New Zealand
Il Grillotalpa 