Crusaders Sign Rey Lee-Lo

THE CRUSADERS have confirmed reports they have signed Hurricanes and Counties Manukau midfielder Rey Lee-Lo. The 27-year-old will join the Christchurch-based franchise on a two-year deal next season. It comes after he had been recently linked with a shift south. Lee-Lo starred in his debut Super Rugby season with the Hurricanes this year, usurping the out-of-form Tim Bateman at second five late in the campaign. That, coupled with his fine form for the Steelers in the ITM Cup in recent times, made him an attractive prospect for the Crusaders. “We looked carefully at his performance during this year’s Super season and he had some great statistics. He is a strong, physical back who will be a useful addition to our squad, bolstering our midfield stock,” says coach Todd Blackadder. Lee-Lo is excited about joining the Crusaders and looking forward to training and playing alongside some of New Zealand rugby’s most experienced and highly-regarded players. “This is a fantastic opportunity for me and one I could not pass up,” he says. “I am really grateful for my time with the Hurricanes this year and the experience I gained alongside some first-class teammates and coaching staff. I now relish the opportunity to continue to develop my game in the Crusaders environment.”

Kurtley Beale has signed with the Waratahs!

Injured Wallabies Fullback has signed a one year deal with the Waratahs. The last time Beale played with the Waratahs was in 2011 after moving to The Rebels for the the last two years. He has came but to the Tahs to play Fullback or First Five!

All Blacks Vs Wallabies Teams

New Zealand: 15 Israel Dagg, 14 Ben Smith, 13 Conrad Smith, 12 Ma'a Nonu, 11 Julian Savea, 10 Tom Taylor, 9 Aaron Smith, 8 Kieran Read, 7 Richie McCaw (capt), 6 Steven Luatua, 5 Sam Whitelock, 4 Brodie Retallick, 3 Owen Franks, 2 Andrew Hore, 1 Tony Woodcock. Replacements: 16 Dane Coles, 17 Wyatt Crockett, 18 Charlie Faumuina, 19 Jeremy Thrush, 20 Sam Cane, 21 Tawera Kerr-Barlow, 22 Colin Slade, 23 Charles Piutau. Australia: 15 Jesse Mogg, 14 Israel Folau, 13 Adam Ashley-Cooper, 12 Christian Leali'ifano, 11 James O'Connor, 10 Matt Toomua, 9 Will Genia, 8 Ben Mowen, 7 Michael Hooper, 6 Scott Fardy, 5 James Horwill (captain), 4 Rob Simmons, 3 Ben Alexander, 2 Stephen Moore, 1 James Slipper Replacements: 16 Saia Fainga'a, 17 Scott Sio, 18 Sekope Kepu, 19 Kane Douglas, 20 Liam Gill, 21 Nic White, 22 Quade Cooper, 23 Tevita Kundrani Date: Saturday, August 24 Venue: Westpac Stadium, Wellington Kick-off: 19.35 (07.35 GMT) Referee: Jaco Peyper (South Africa) Assistant referees: Craig Joubert (South Africa), Lourens van der Merwe (South Africa) TMO: Shaun Veldsman (South Africa)

Round 9 of Super Rugby

Round 9 Highlanders Vs Brumbies 30-19 to Brumbies Chiefs Vs Reds 31-23 to Reds Blues Vs Hurricanes 28-6 to Blues Rebels Vs Kings 30-27 to Kings Force Vs Crusaders 16-14 to Force Stormers Vs Sharks 22-15 to Stormers Bulls Vs Cheetahs 26-20 to Bulls BYE: Waratahs

Player Of The Week

This Weeks Player of the Week was... Hurricanes Wing Julian Savea Because he scored an amazing 2 tries. Good running and great kicking down field. He did some good tackling as well. See you tomorrow Brayden and Jack.

Hurricanes take on the Waratahs

Hurricanes beat the Waratahs 41-29. This was a very good match. Julian Savea scored 2 tries and Reggie Goodes scored one. Then Motu Matu'a dive over the line to score the last try.

See you tomorrow,
Jack

Blues Thrash Highlanders

Blues beat Highlanders once again
The ending score 29-18 to the Blues. In the game Ma'a Nonu shoulder charged at his old team mate Piri Weepu. Ma'a Nonu was given a Yellow Card.

See you again folks
Jack