Comments for LIONS RUGBY TEAM http://www.lionsrugbyteam.com George Hook and Brent Pope on the British & Irish Lions Tour 2009 Sun, 04 Sep 2011 19:31:31 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0 Comment on If the British lions were playing now which 15 players would play? by dolaomar http://www.lionsrugbyteam.com/british-lions/if-the-british-lions-were-playing-now-which-15-players-would-play/comment-page-1#comment-2439 dolaomar Sun, 04 Sep 2011 19:31:31 +0000 http://www.lionsrugbyteam.com/british-lions/if-the-british-lions-were-playing-now-which-15-players-would-play#comment-2439 Rugby World Cup 2011 More than 4000 channel available here.Those who are interested to watch live rugby streaming,visit the site and enjoy live rugby stream in your living room. http://rugbyworldcup2011livetvonline.com Rugby World Cup 2011
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]]> Comment on Will I be accepted to any of the following colleges? by Tom http://www.lionsrugbyteam.com/lions-rugby-team/will-i-be-accepted-to-any-of-the-following-colleges/comment-page-1#comment-2438 Tom Thu, 25 Aug 2011 22:08:59 +0000 http://www.lionsrugbyteam.com/lions-rugby-team/will-i-be-accepted-to-any-of-the-following-colleges#comment-2438 Most colleges are not going to consider grades past junior year. At best only the first half of Senior year would be looked at for the handful of highly selective private colleges that consider Senior year grades and even that would not be possible if applying early action/early decision which often offers a significantly higher rate of admission. Look to see if the colleges that you are applying to consider freshman year at all and then look to see how they consider grade trends. The general idea is that the highest level in a subject is what is most important. Also for subjects that are tested on the Sat or Act- English, Algebra1, Algebra 2, Geometry (Sat) and all those subjects plus Trigonometry on the Act, the test scores give more insight into level of achievement in a subject. None of the public universities in California consider freshman year. Now days, due to pressure from certain factions, many colleges place an overwhelming weighting on grades as opposed to standardized test scores, and without even adjusting the grades for the competitive level of the high school or adjusting in a negative fashion for competitive high schools. Class rank is also considered without regard to the competitive level of the high school and even students who cannot achieve very minimal test scores are admitted to highly selective universities due to high Gpa and Class rank at an uncompetitive high school. Try and ferret out the colleges that consider the competitive level of the high school and place more weight on test scores than Gpa. For instance U of Tampa... Collegesearch indicates that 24% of students had between a 2.5 and 3.0 Gpa http://collegesearch.collegeboard.com/search/CollegeDetail.jsp?collegeId=599&profileId=0 Collegesearch also indicates that the the 25th percentile Sat Scores are: 490/490/480 The 75th percentile Sat scores are: 570/590/580 http://collegesearch.collegeboard.com/search/CollegeDetail.jsp?collegeId=599&profileId=6 Standardized test scores, academic Gpa and rigor of school record are all very important facotrs. http://collegesearch.collegeboard.com/search/CollegeDetail.jsp?collegeId=599&profileId=1 Based on the above information, it seems like you should be admitted St. Joseph's University 15% had a Gpa between 2.5 and 2.99 http://collegesearch.collegeboard.com/search/CollegeDetail.jsp?collegeId=1507&profileId=0 Sat 25th: 510/520/510 Sat 75th: 600/610/610 http://collegesearch.collegeboard.com/search/CollegeDetail.jsp?collegeId=1507&profileId=6 Academic GPA and Rigor of secondary school record are very important factors Character, Application Essay and Recommendations are Important factors Standardized test scores and extracurricular activities are considered http://collegesearch.collegeboard.com/search/CollegeDetail.jsp?collegeId=1507&profileId=1 Based on the above, probably not a good idea to place a high level of confidence in being admitted. http://collegesearch.collegeboard.com/search/CollegeDetail.jsp?collegeId=1507&profileId=1 You can go through the rest using the same method of analysis. One factor that could significantly alter chances of admission is whether you are recruit caliber in Rugby. Although not an NCAA sport, there are definitely colleges that recruit for the sport including UC Berkeley and West Point. For athletic recruits, at most schools, as long as the recruit meets the minimum standards required for admission, he is admitted A post grad year might be worth considering. If your grades improve further Senior year and with higher Sat/Act scores, and a post grad year, you would be able to gain admission to more selective universities than are on your list. http://privateschool.about.com/od/students/qt/pgyear.htm Good Luck!<br><b>References : </b><br> Most colleges are not going to consider grades past junior year. At best only the first half of Senior year would be looked at for the handful of highly selective private colleges that consider Senior year grades and even that would not be possible if applying early action/early decision which often offers a significantly higher rate of admission. Look to see if the colleges that you are applying to consider freshman year at all and then look to see how they consider grade trends. The general idea is that the highest level in a subject is what is most important. Also for subjects that are tested on the Sat or Act- English, Algebra1, Algebra 2, Geometry (Sat) and all those subjects plus Trigonometry on the Act, the test scores give more insight into level of achievement in a subject. None of the public universities in California consider freshman year. Now days, due to pressure from certain factions, many colleges place an overwhelming weighting on grades as opposed to standardized test scores, and without even adjusting the grades for the competitive level of the high school or adjusting in a negative fashion for competitive high schools. Class rank is also considered without regard to the competitive level of the high school and even students who cannot achieve very minimal test scores are admitted to highly selective universities due to high Gpa and Class rank at an uncompetitive high school. Try and ferret out the colleges that consider the competitive level of the high school and place more weight on test scores than Gpa.
For instance U of Tampa…
Collegesearch indicates that 24% of students had between a 2.5 and 3.0 Gpa
http://collegesearch.collegeboard.com/search/CollegeDetail.jsp?collegeId=599&profileId=0
Collegesearch also indicates that the the 25th percentile Sat Scores are: 490/490/480
The 75th percentile Sat scores are: 570/590/580
http://collegesearch.collegeboard.com/search/CollegeDetail.jsp?collegeId=599&profileId=6
Standardized test scores, academic Gpa and rigor of school record are all very important facotrs.
http://collegesearch.collegeboard.com/search/CollegeDetail.jsp?collegeId=599&profileId=1
Based on the above information, it seems like you should be admitted
St. Joseph’s University
15% had a Gpa between 2.5 and 2.99
http://collegesearch.collegeboard.com/search/CollegeDetail.jsp?collegeId=1507&profileId=0
Sat 25th: 510/520/510
Sat 75th: 600/610/610
http://collegesearch.collegeboard.com/search/CollegeDetail.jsp?collegeId=1507&profileId=6
Academic GPA and Rigor of secondary school record are very important factors
Character, Application Essay and Recommendations are Important factors
Standardized test scores and extracurricular activities are considered
http://collegesearch.collegeboard.com/search/CollegeDetail.jsp?collegeId=1507&profileId=1
Based on the above, probably not a good idea to place a high level of confidence in being admitted.
http://collegesearch.collegeboard.com/search/CollegeDetail.jsp?collegeId=1507&profileId=1
You can go through the rest using the same method of analysis. One factor that could significantly alter chances of admission is whether you are recruit caliber in Rugby. Although not an NCAA sport, there are definitely colleges that recruit for the sport including UC Berkeley and West Point. For athletic recruits, at most schools, as long as the recruit meets the minimum standards required for admission, he is admitted
A post grad year might be worth considering. If your grades improve further Senior year and with higher Sat/Act scores, and a post grad year, you would be able to gain admission to more selective universities than are on your list.
http://privateschool.about.com/od/students/qt/pgyear.htm
Good Luck!
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]]> Comment on Will I be accepted to any of the following colleges? by guy sense http://www.lionsrugbyteam.com/lions-rugby-team/will-i-be-accepted-to-any-of-the-following-colleges/comment-page-1#comment-2437 guy sense Thu, 25 Aug 2011 21:47:59 +0000 http://www.lionsrugbyteam.com/lions-rugby-team/will-i-be-accepted-to-any-of-the-following-colleges#comment-2437 2.7 out of what?<br><b>References : </b><br> 2.7 out of what?
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]]> Comment on Will I be accepted to any of the following colleges? by Tryg http://www.lionsrugbyteam.com/lions-rugby-team/will-i-be-accepted-to-any-of-the-following-colleges/comment-page-1#comment-2436 Tryg Thu, 25 Aug 2011 21:00:59 +0000 http://www.lionsrugbyteam.com/lions-rugby-team/will-i-be-accepted-to-any-of-the-following-colleges#comment-2436 Based on my experience, possibly Loyola or UNC Wilmington.<br><b>References : </b><br>College professor and University of Denver alum. Based on my experience, possibly Loyola or UNC Wilmington.
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]]> Comment on Will I be accepted to any of the following colleges? by OakleyJD http://www.lionsrugbyteam.com/lions-rugby-team/will-i-be-accepted-to-any-of-the-following-colleges/comment-page-1#comment-2435 OakleyJD Thu, 25 Aug 2011 20:46:59 +0000 http://www.lionsrugbyteam.com/lions-rugby-team/will-i-be-accepted-to-any-of-the-following-colleges#comment-2435 Though you did "step it up" your junior year, and earned a good GPA of 3.3, your over all GPA is still low at a 2.7. Research each of the colleges you listed and see if they have a mid to high percentage of acceptances of applicants who apply with a GPA below a 3.0. Applying with a GPA below 3.0 makes your chances suddenly much harder. You can get away with a 2.9 but a 2.7 is just obviously below par.<br><b>References : </b><br> Though you did "step it up" your junior year, and earned a good GPA of 3.3, your over all GPA is still low at a 2.7. Research each of the colleges you listed and see if they have a mid to high percentage of acceptances of applicants who apply with a GPA below a 3.0. Applying with a GPA below 3.0 makes your chances suddenly much harder. You can get away with a 2.9 but a 2.7 is just obviously below par.
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]]> Comment on If the British lions were playing now which 15 players would play? by Langer http://www.lionsrugbyteam.com/british-lions/if-the-british-lions-were-playing-now-which-15-players-would-play/comment-page-1#comment-2434 Langer Tue, 16 Aug 2011 16:02:59 +0000 http://www.lionsrugbyteam.com/british-lions/if-the-british-lions-were-playing-now-which-15-players-would-play#comment-2434 British and Irish lions you mean unless there's another team called british lions that i don't know about.<br><b>References : </b><br> British and Irish lions you mean unless there’s another team called british lions that i don’t know about.
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]]> Comment on If the British lions were playing now which 15 players would play? by Paul D http://www.lionsrugbyteam.com/british-lions/if-the-british-lions-were-playing-now-which-15-players-would-play/comment-page-1#comment-2433 Paul D Tue, 16 Aug 2011 15:50:59 +0000 http://www.lionsrugbyteam.com/british-lions/if-the-british-lions-were-playing-now-which-15-players-would-play#comment-2433 Jenkins, Hartley, Jones, O Connell, Lawes/Gray, Sean O Brien, Warburton, Heaslip, Phillips, Hook, Bowe, Roberts, O'Driscoll, Ashton, Foden. Obviously just my opinion, feel free to discuss. I've just started a rugby forum: http://www.rugby118.com/talk-rugby.html Feel free to sign up and discuss topics like this on there.<br><b>References : </b><br> Jenkins, Hartley, Jones, O Connell, Lawes/Gray, Sean O Brien, Warburton, Heaslip, Phillips, Hook, Bowe, Roberts, O’Driscoll, Ashton, Foden.

Obviously just my opinion, feel free to discuss.

I’ve just started a rugby forum: http://www.rugby118.com/talk-rugby.html

Feel free to sign up and discuss topics like this on there.
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]]> Comment on Are Golden Lions the real deal in Currie Cup this year? by Heraldo http://www.lionsrugbyteam.com/lions-rugby/are-golden-lions-the-real-deal-in-currie-cup-this-year/comment-page-1#comment-2432 Heraldo Sat, 06 Aug 2011 21:50:59 +0000 http://www.lionsrugbyteam.com/lions-rugby/are-golden-lions-the-real-deal-in-currie-cup-this-year#comment-2432 They looking better because they have Butch James now (haha) but no its Sharks all the way<br><b>References : </b><br> They looking better because they have Butch James now (haha) but no its Sharks all the way
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]]> Comment on Are Golden Lions the real deal in Currie Cup this year? by TheStaggie http://www.lionsrugbyteam.com/lions-rugby/are-golden-lions-the-real-deal-in-currie-cup-this-year/comment-page-1#comment-2431 TheStaggie Sat, 06 Aug 2011 21:12:59 +0000 http://www.lionsrugbyteam.com/lions-rugby/are-golden-lions-the-real-deal-in-currie-cup-this-year#comment-2431 I'm a Lions fan. No doubt it is a good start but there are a few areas for concern. They walloped Griquas 49-11 in Kimberley which was a huge result and a helluva performance. Kimberley is not an easy place to play; the turf is like concrete and it is fast, conducive to tries and the Lions, with a questionable defence, kept the Griquas quiet. Griquas were also installed by many as potential outsiders for the Currie Cup. It is Union that has made huge strides in the shadows of the ''Big 5'' in recent seasons, just missing out on the playoffs last season. But, aside from that, they then proceeded to concede 63 points over two games against the Pumas and Leopards, the teams who regularly contend for the ''wooden spoon''. This still highlights the Lions' defensive frailties and it came against the competitions weakest opponents. During the game against the Leopards, the Lions found themselves cruising at 36-10 only to fall apart and rapidly concede 26 unanswered points and find themselves at 36-36 with 15 minutes to go. Granted, as is typical of their never-say-die attitude, they got it together and blitzed the Leopards for 17 unanswered points and came out 53-36. Now, with all due respect to these 3 teams, they are not the Sharks or Province. The Lions will not easily score against these teams and any kind of defensive collapse will be the death of them. I've been a Lions fan all my life and every season we are touted as the one to watch, only for it to go to hell, so my days of counting chickens before they hatch are over. The Lions will be the real deal if they find themselves in a final. The Union is also in turmoil at the moment. Their sugar-daddy investors pulled out, leaving them with a massive hole in their budget. The next Bok coach will have a lot of work to do with regards to defence. If John Mitchell can't fix the Lions defence, I would not want him anywhere near a Bok set-up. I'd like to see the entire Stormers/Western Province coaching staff be looked at with regards to Bok jobs. They don't score many tries, but you won't score many against them either.<br><b>References : </b><br> I’m a Lions fan.

No doubt it is a good start but there are a few areas for concern. They walloped Griquas 49-11 in Kimberley which was a huge result and a helluva performance. Kimberley is not an easy place to play; the turf is like concrete and it is fast, conducive to tries and the Lions, with a questionable defence, kept the Griquas quiet. Griquas were also installed by many as potential outsiders for the Currie Cup. It is Union that has made huge strides in the shadows of the ”Big 5” in recent seasons, just missing out on the playoffs last season.

But, aside from that, they then proceeded to concede 63 points over two games against the Pumas and Leopards, the teams who regularly contend for the ”wooden spoon”. This still highlights the Lions’ defensive frailties and it came against the competitions weakest opponents. During the game against the Leopards, the Lions found themselves cruising at 36-10 only to fall apart and rapidly concede 26 unanswered points and find themselves at 36-36 with 15 minutes to go. Granted, as is typical of their never-say-die attitude, they got it together and blitzed the Leopards for 17 unanswered points and came out 53-36.

Now, with all due respect to these 3 teams, they are not the Sharks or Province. The Lions will not easily score against these teams and any kind of defensive collapse will be the death of them. I’ve been a Lions fan all my life and every season we are touted as the one to watch, only for it to go to hell, so my days of counting chickens before they hatch are over. The Lions will be the real deal if they find themselves in a final. The Union is also in turmoil at the moment. Their sugar-daddy investors pulled out, leaving them with a massive hole in their budget.

The next Bok coach will have a lot of work to do with regards to defence. If John Mitchell can’t fix the Lions defence, I would not want him anywhere near a Bok set-up. I’d like to see the entire Stormers/Western Province coaching staff be looked at with regards to Bok jobs. They don’t score many tries, but you won’t score many against them either.
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]]> Comment on Are Golden Lions the real deal in Currie Cup this year? by Paul Pirow http://www.lionsrugbyteam.com/lions-rugby/are-golden-lions-the-real-deal-in-currie-cup-this-year/comment-page-1#comment-2430 Paul Pirow Sat, 06 Aug 2011 21:07:59 +0000 http://www.lionsrugbyteam.com/lions-rugby/are-golden-lions-the-real-deal-in-currie-cup-this-year#comment-2430 Saturday should be an exciting match whomever wins. The Lions has got a very competitive team for the Currie cup final since they haven't lost many players to the springboks. Basically the same team that played super 15. Other teams might be on the thinnish side due the springboks losses. Chances are great the no touring springbok will return to the Currie Cup. This will tip the favour to the Lions.<br><b>References : </b><br> Saturday should be an exciting match whomever wins. The Lions has got a very competitive team for the Currie cup final since they haven’t lost many players to the springboks. Basically the same team that played super 15. Other teams might be on the thinnish side due the springboks losses. Chances are great the no touring springbok will return to the Currie Cup. This will tip the favour to the Lions.
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