The Lions Roar NOV11

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THE LIONS ROARNovember 2011

HORBSBY

RUGBY CLUBJoin the pride...

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WELCOME TO THE LIONS ROAR!Welcome to the first edition of the Lions

Roar. As we move away from 2011 and

towards our 50th Anniversary as a rugby club

there is a lot of behind the scenes

movements. A new committee is working

hard to try and improve all aspects of the

club. Our new committee consists of thefollowing people, all of whom are willing to

be contacted and approached to hear about

new ideas and any issues that you may

have.

Committee members include:

Tristan Jones, Dave White, Ian Crothers,

Tony Hannay, Shane Mutch, Marty Harris,

Adam Perring, Carl Bylsma, Adam Craven,

Leslie Read and Gary Millhouse

A separate 50th anniversary committee

consists of Ross Storey, Murray Kier and

Lindsay Cooke.

These two committees have regularly been

meeting to plan out what is a big year for the

club. It is official that we will be playing in 3rd

division of the Suburban competition. Whilst

some may see this as a backward step, it

actually gives us a chance to use it as a

chance to rebuild and set some very clear

goals. One of these goals is to make sure

that we can promote a club that is enjoying

its rugby both on and off the field.

Our football sub committee is actively

looking to fill the 1st grade coaching position

and we are hopeful of being able to confirm

all coaching positions before Christmas. Our

sponsorship committee has re written a

sponsors proposal and this is being

promoted through the business community.

Could I please ask you to look at the

attached proposal and feel free to promote it

to any contacts that you may have. See

page 5 for more Information.

Functions

The first of these will be the annual

Centurions and supporters evening. This will

be held at the Hornsby Inn on Friday 4th

November. With over 60 people already

attending, the evening promises to be good

chance to start discussions around the

Team of the Decades which wil l be

announced at next years Gala Ball.

A sponsors and supporters Golf Day will be

held atAsquith Golf Club on Friday 24th

February 2012. Teams of four wil l pay $400

which will include golf and a two course

dinner. Options of just attending the dinner

will be available so that partners can join the

evening presentation. For more informationcontact Adam Perring via email at

[email protected]

Other planned events will include the Warner

vs Hudson Cricket game, Season launch,

Back to Hornsby Day, Ladies day and Gala

Ball. Whilst these are traditional events on

the calendar it is hoped that the playing

group can deliver some of their own social

events on a Saturday night. The committee

is very keen to hear from the players on

what type of nights they want.
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Merchandise

Our new 50th anniversary logo has been designed by Tony Hannay and

is a symbol of the senior and junior club working together. This logo is

the feature of our merchandise stock that we will be looking at selling

both before and during the season. Merchandise available includes a

new club hoodie, polo shirt, hat, commemorative wine, stubby holder,

key ring, sticker. Full details to purchase these will follow in future

newsletters however some samples can be seen below.

Prices

Hoodie $50 Shirt $35 Cap$15 Wine (red or white) $15 per bottle / $160 a doz / $80 for 1/2 Stubbie holder $8

Invitation to the

Opening of

Mark Taylor OvalAnd Back to Waitara Day

Sunday November 6th 2011DOUBLE HEADER T20s:

10.00am: PGs U/21s12noon: Lunch +

1pm: Official Ceremony

2.30pm: 1st Grade

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[email protected] PH: 0408 299032

BE PART OF HISTORY

Support NDs!Mingle with Legends!

RSVP by 21ST OCT

Family day

Kids Entertainment

In2Cricket Cricket

Signings

NORTHERN DISTRICT CRICKET CLUB

New partnerships

In a change of focus from years gone by the Rugby club is

looking to build a relationship with Northern District Cricket

club. As joint occupiers of Waitara oval it is important that we

look at ways that we can improve the facility to the members

that use it. This is why the Rugby club has joined with the

cricketers to apply for the state government community grants

as an opportunity to improve the facilities at the ground.

Further to this partnership the cricket club has extended aninvitation to all rugby club members to attend the re naming of

Waitara oval to Mark Taylor oval. This is on Sunday 6th

November starting from 12.00pm where there will be BBQ

lunch two games of 20/20 cricket and the official re naming.

Please refer to the flyer below for more information.


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For a year that was disappointing on the field it was great to enjoy a wonderful evening at thepresentation night. It was a good to see a turn out from all grades and will be looking foreveryones continued support throughout this years other events.

The following people were the recipients of awards. Congratulations to all players, WAGS andsupporters for their support in 2011.

Services to the Club David Dixon

Presidents award Ian Crothers

Lioness of the year Leslie Read

Double Centurions Wehi Wright and Cameron Ferrier

700 Centurion Glenn Marks

Encouragement Award Chris Kramer

Colts Most Improved Lee Gibb

Grade Most Improved Wayde Smith

Colt Rookie of the Year - Kevin Godfrey

Grade Rookie of the Year Carl Bylsma

Most Consistent Grade Player Harry Morton

Colts Best and Fairest James Garnett

4th Grade Best and Fairest Anthony Wourtesz

3rd Grade Best and Fairest Murray Liston

2nd Grade Best and Fairest Andy Boyd

1st Grade Best and Fairest Jack Rabone

Clubman of the Year - Tony Hannay

PRESENTATION NIGHT 2011

Like to see your companies name next to one one of

these awards for 2012? Talk to our sponsorship

committee about team or position sponsorship today!


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The Hornsby Inn is conveniently located

in the centre of Hornsby with easy

access to Hornsby train station and other

local transport. There facilities include 4

bars, Function Room, a drive through

bottle shop & an award winning bistro.

The Inn is the Lions local watering-hole

and after dusk members of The Pride

can often be found relaxing at the Inn.

Things aren't quite as relaxed during

rugby season when The Lions gather to

cheer on their favourite Super 15 team

on the large screen TVs.

Not only does Aldridge have over 50

years experience in signaling and lighting

applications but their diverse product

range includes railway signals, floodlights

from 500W to 3.5KW, minor road street

lighting, LED and fibre optic signals,

traffic control safety signs and much

more.

(02) 9807 7777

www.railsignal.com

Our Sponsors

Michael Ho-Shon from Hornsby Sports

Physiotherapy has been the Club Physio

for the Hornsby Lions for several years

and is highly experienced in sports

injuries.

02) 9476 2422

Level 1, 98 Balmoral St, HORNSBY, 2077

www.hornsbysportsphysio.com.au

Internet Fax :: Email to fax :: Fax to

Email :: Virtual Receptionist :: Auto CallTransfers :: 1800 / 1300 numbers

1300 838 838

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Platinum Club Sponsor - $10,000 Sponsor's logo on rear of all players' jerseys. Club merchandise pack. Lions in Business' webpage Our very own web based

business directory. Banner placed at prime locations at all home games 9 per

season. Local HHH Radio/Paper advertisement. Annual report/Fixture handbook - Business logo/

advertisements/promotions. Business logo/details to feature in the weekly e-newsletter,

The Lions Roar, as well as half page advertisement/promotionin the match day printed version.

Optional - Players training jersey can also display sponsor'slogo.

Invitation to all clubs social events includes complementarytickets to events.

Thank you Certificate/Sponsors plaque

Platinum Team Sponsor - First Grade Sponsor $10,000 Sponsor's logo on front of players' jerseys.

Club merchandise pack. Lions in Business' webpage Our very own web based

business directory. Banner placed at prime location at all home games 9 per

season. Local HHH Radio/Paper advertisement. Optional - Individual position sponsor (sponsor your favourite

position). Annual report/Fixture handbook - Business logo/






Gold Club Sponsor - $5,000 Sponsor's logo on players shorts, front features logo, rear

your business name Club merchandise pack. Lions in Business' webpage Our very own web based





Optional - Players training jersey can also display sponsor'slogos.

Invitation to clubs social events includes complementarytickets to events.


Sleeve sponsor - $1100 Sleeve advertising on one 1st Grade jersey Lions in Business' webpage Our very own web based


season. Annual report/Fixture handbook - Business logo/advertisements/promotions.

Business logo/details to feature in the weekly e-newsletter,The Lions Roar, as well as advertisement/promotion space inthe match day printed version.


Sponsorship of the corresponding Golf hole at the annual

Golf day (signage, banners, giveaways etc all welcome) Optional - Players training jersey can also display sponsor's

logos. Thank you Certificate/Sponsors plaque.

Silver Sponsor - Second Grade- $2500,00 Sponsor's logo on front of players' jerseys. Club merchandise pack. Lions in Business' webpage Our very own web based



advertisements/promotions.

Business logo/details to feature in the weekly e-newsletter,The Lions Roar, as well as half page advertisement/promotionin the match day printed version.




Third Grade- $2,000 Sponsor's logo on front of players' jerseys. Club merchandise pack. Lions in Business' webpage Our very own web based








Fourth Grade - $1,500 Sponsor's logo on front of players' jerseys. Club merchandise pack. Lions in Business' webpage Our very own web based


season. Local HHH Radio/Paper advertisement Annual report/Fixture handbook - Business logo/




Invitation to all clubs social events includes complementary

tickets to events. Thank you Certificate/Sponsors plaque

Sponsorship Opportunities for 2012


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Colts - $2,000 Sponsor's logo on front of players' jerseys. Club merchandise pack. Lions in Business' webpage Our very own web based








Sevens sponsor -$1,500 (T.B.C) We are proposing to enter 2 sides in 3 Sevens Tournaments

throughout the 2012 season. Our sevens jersey is a shortsleeve white jersey with Club colours.

Sponsor's logo on front of players' jerseys. Club merchandise pack. Lions in Business' webpage Our very own web based








New to the club in 2012 - Lions In Business

Special Introductory Offer - $150.00 for Two years. Join the Prides very own Local and Sydney based business

directory. Add your business logo. Business website link. Business contact details. Business description/special offers/promotions/events.

If you are interested in discussing any of these packages or additionalalternatives do not hesitate to contact our Sponsorship Committee.

Marty Harris [email protected] Perring [email protected] Bylsma [email protected]

Fitness RefreshWith a lazy off-season often the bane of everyones existence come January pre-season Rory has come up with a wonderful training program usedby the US Marines for fitness. Wouldn't it be amazing if we all turned up to pre-season Marine fit! Oh what a dream!

Muscle Group Quantity ExerciseArms 30 Reps Jumping jacks 20 Reps Burpies 20 Reps Close arm/diamond pushups Arms Circuit 1 - 5 close hand pushups, 5 normal pushups, 5 wide arm pushups, 5 extreme wide arm pushups 2 - 5 close hand pushups, 5 normal pushups, 5 sit ups, 5 crunches 3 - Hold weight above body and do butterfly kicks to failure. Till Failure Regular Pushups

5 x 30m

30 meter shuttle sprints with 5 pushups at each side

Legs 2 x 30m Lunges 2 x 30m Double leg jump 2 x 30m Double leg jump, walk hands out till your in plank then walk legs back in 2 x 30m Deep Sumo SquatsAbs/Core 2 sets 25 Sit up, 25 right obliques, 25 left obliques, 30 seconds butterfly kick, 30 seconds plank 2 sets 30 seconds side plank, 30 seconds side plank, 30 seconds plank, 30 seconds push up plankAim to complete the circuit as fas a possible. Track your times and watch your

improvements! Happy Training!
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RUGBY WORLD CUPWell what a World Cup we have all beentreated to in our off-season. Firstly let mecongratulate New Zealand on their wonderfulperformance. They have been truly the bestteam in the world over the past 4 years andhave long deserved another RWC title, even ifthey were not perhaps the best team on thenight. So what have we learnt from the worldcup this year leading forward to 2012 withanother season of rugby around the corner?

World Cup Final1. Who would have thought Donald would

become the accidental hero for the AllBlacks?

2. The All Blacks No.10 spot suddenlyseems to have a curse on it with Crudengoing down as well. Apparently he will beready for the Super 15 next year.

3. Will Richie become Sir Richie?

4. The French must have downed some RedBull at half time as they came out as ateam possessed in the second stanza.Good on the French for wanting to movethe ball, it was in stark contrast to theirmatch the week before against the Welsh.The ABs looked a little spentfrom theirwinover Australia the week before.

5. Richie McCaw should have been wearinga French jersey becausehe spent most ofhis time on their side of the ruck(and offhis feet) - Yes I know all the Kiwis willcomplain about this statement!!!

6. How good is Israel Dagg? If hekeepsupperformances like this he willbecome anAll Black great.7. SBW who?

3rd Place Playoff1. A nice game to have in the lead up to the

final if you are a rugby nut - the teamsinvolved may not appreciate it

2. It was an entertaining game, but theWallabies have paid the price for theirbronze medal including injuries to Cooper,McCabe and Beale. The first two bothlooking to miss at least 6 months as aresult.

3. Wales were a little flat, and like NZ,probably played their final the week

before (with only 14 men to add to thefatigue)

4. It has been suggested by a number ofpeople that Plate/ Bowlfinals shouldalso run in parallel with the knockoutstages of the competition. This wouldgive the smaller nations theopportunity to play more top flightteams.

5. Finally a suggestion did the roundsabout scrapping 3 v 4 and playing aSouthern Hemisphere v NorthernHemisphere Barbarians match? Wouldmake a great game I have to say!

Overall Tournament1. Fantastic event hosted by New Zealand -

who said they could not pull it off?2. Almost 1.5m people attended the

matches (above predictions)3. Record TV viewership in NZ and record

breaking payTV numbers in Australia.15m French watched the final. Even 9m

poms watched the Wales v Francegame.Nearly 65,000 Welsh fans showedup to Millennium Stadium to watch theirteam play the Semi Final. Gates openedat 7:30am and alcohol was availablefrom9am - got to love the Welsh

4. The gap continues to narrow between Tier1 and 2 nations. With more matchesbetween the levels, the better thesesmaller teams will get

Tournament Awards1. Best Team - The All Blacks - finally made

the dream a reality2. Most Improved Team - Definitely the

Welsh. Very unlucky not make the final3. 3) Most Disappointing Team - England(but not many people will be upset aboutthat). The next most disappointing wouldbe Ireland for not going on with it afterbeating Australia in the pool round

4. Best Tier 2 team - Well done to Georgia. Itis amazing how well they compete giventheir playing numbers and lack ofconstant quality opposition.

5. Best Try - Well in the end I could not makea decision though

6. Best Team - refer to below fromplanetrugby

7. Biggest Upset - Tonga's win over France

8. The Unluckiest Team - Samoa

15 Israel Dagg (NewZealand)Next best: Kurtley Beale(Australia)

14 Cory Jane (New Zealand)Next best: Vincent Clerc (France)

13 Ma'a Nonu (New Zealand)Next best: Manu Tuilagi (England)

12 Jamie Roberts (Wales)Next best: Frans Steyn (South Africa)

11 Shane Williams (Wales)Next best: Digby Ioane (Australia)

10 Rhys Priestland (Wales)Next best: Morn Steyn (South Africa)

9 Piri Weepu (New Zealand)Next best: Mike Phillips (Wales)

8 Imanol Harinordoquy (France)Next best: Sergio Parisse (Italy)

7 Sam Warburton (Wales)

Next best: Richie McCaw (New Zealand)6 Jerome Kaino (New Zealand)Next best: Julien Bonnaire (France)

5 Danie Rossouw (South Africa)Next best: Luke Charteris)

4 Brad Thorn (New Zealand)Next best: James Horwill (Australia)

3 Nicolas Mas (France)Next best: Owen Franks (New Zealand)

2 Keven Mealamu (New Zealand)Next best: Bismarck du Plessis (South Africa)

1 Gurthr Steenkamp (South Africa)Next best: Cian Healy (Ireland)

RORYS RUGBY RANTThe musings of a rugby mad lion.

DATES TO REMEMBERFriday Nov 4th Reunion & Centurions Dinner & 50th Anniversary LaunchFriday Nov 25th Touch Football, 6.30 at Waitara Oval (sneakers only)Friday Dec 2nd Touch Football, 6.30 at Waitara Oval (sneakers only)Friday Dec 9th Touch Football

Sunday Feb 5th Warner XI vs Hudson XI Cricket matchThursday Feb 9th Pre-season Training CommencesSaturday Feb 25th Hawkesbury Valley 10sMarch 2012 Match, Hawkesbury Valley or Kings (TBC)

April Season Start

PRESEASON BEGINS!

FEBRUARY 9TH

THE PAIN BEGINS

AGAIN!

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