There are some very knowledgeable people in this competition top players and coaches and referees. Address: Riverbank House, 1 Putney Bridge Approach, London, SW6 4TJ. Anybody who has a social media account will tell you that this is no easy task. It has been a challenging and exhausting week for the Lions players, as the Ellis Park-based franchise looks to end a five-match United Rugby Championship losing streak. WATCH as World Rugby referees Angus Gardner and Matthew Carley sit down to explain all the latest laws for players. We answer back to the coaches. Once again, theres valuable big-match game time for some of the newer referees at this level Mike Adamson, Nika Amashukeli, James Doleman and Damon Murphy picking up games. Clancy refereed at the 2011 and 2015 Rugby World Cups. He has also refereed in the Pro14, the European Rugby Champions Cup, the Six Nations Championship and the Rugby Championship. Weekend referees, ARs & TMOs: 18-20 February. His job is to help get the referees, coaches and players all on the same page of a United Rugby Championship that is redefining world rugby with its melting pot of different cultures and different playing styles between the teams of the north and the south. Mark Keohane slammed the performance of the match officials for the Stormers and Bulls URC derby at Loftus on Saturday. The World Rugby match officials have been appointed for the 2022 Rugby Championship which kicks off on 6 August. The competition runs from 6 August to 24 September, with each of the four teams playing a total of six . Their decisions are reviewed and if its wrong its corrected. All we are doing is aligning it so it runs smoothly. [12], In 2020 Nika launched a Facebook page named "Rugby Laboratory" where he posts videos explaining basics of rugby laws to new supporters of the game.[13]. The list below includes all of his Tier 1 test appointments in Six Nations, Rugby Championship and international tours. United Rugby Championship officials have finally ended speculation that South Africa was poised to automatically stage the final of the 201/22 URC season, instead confirming that the highest ranked team in the end-of-term showpiece will be able to host the match in their home ground. Ulster v DHL Stormers Referee: Mike Adamson (SRU, 67th league game) ARs: Andrew Cole (IRFU) & Paul Haycock (IRFU) . Referee: Craig Evans (Wales)Assistant Referees: Jonny Perriam (Scotland) &: Ru Campbell (Scotland)TMO: Jon Mason (Wales), Referee: Gianluca Gnecchi (Italy)Assistant Referees: Dan Carson (Ireland) & Padraic Reidy (Ireland)TMO: Stefano Roscini (Italy), Referee: Cwengile Jadezweni (South Africa)Assistant Referees: Morne Ferreira (South Africa) & Stephan Geldenhuys (South Africa)TMO: Quinton Immelman (South Africa), Referee: Marius van der Westhuizen (South Africa)Assistant Referees: AJ Jacobs (South Africa) & Griffon Colby (South Africa)TMO: Marius Jonker (South Africa), Referee: Ben Whitehouse (Wales)Assistant Referees: Clara Munarini (Italy) & Francesco Meschini (Italy)TMO: Sean Brickell (Wales), Referee: Andrea Piardi (Italy)Assistant Referees: Jason Bessant (Wales) & Simon Mills (Wales)TMO: Matteo Liperini (Italy), Referee: Chris Busby (Ireland)Assistant Referees: Adam Jones (Wales) & Stephen Allsop (Wales)TMO: Olly Hodges (Ireland), Referee: Mike Adamson (Scotland)Assistant Referees: Oisin Quinn (Ireland) & Sam Holt (Ireland)TMO: Dave Sutherland (Scotland), Hendricks: How Bulls can end Stormers' stranglehold, REVEALED: Why Lions are staying at Ellis Park, Oberholzer on planned protest: 'It serves no purpose', 'Tough times': Boks send World Cup message to Snyman, Bosch gets captain's armband for clash against Stormers, Bulls bring in the lethal weapon for Trans-Jukskei derby, VIDEO: World Rugby referees explain the new laws for 2023. In his early youth Nika Amashukeli played soccer. Kaizer Chiefs could sign R30 million rated duo for FREE! We need to align.. [4][11] According to Nika himself, McHugh is not only a coach for him, but also his friend. The United Rugby Championship ( URC) is an annual rugby union competition involving professional teams from Ireland, Italy, Scotland, South Africa, and Wales. In assessing the match, Koehane wrote onKEO.co.za: The Stormers won for a fifth successive time against the Vodacom Bulls. He also represented Munster. Sat 17 Dec 2022 - 09:30 - Full Time. If I can improve the consistency by 25% across the board, Ill be very happy and that will be a great step forward, says Henning. Rome , Italy - 25 February 2023; Referee Mike Adamson, left, and assistant referee Wayne Barnes during the Guinness Six Nations Rugby Championship match between Italy and Ireland at the Stadio. Scottish referee Mike Adamson during the 2023 Guinness Six Nations Rugby Championship match between Italy and Ireland at the Olimpic Stadium in Rome, Italy, on February 25, 2023. After retiring as a referee in 2004, McHugh worked as a referee performance officer and then manager for the Irish Rugby Football Union. Selected to join the European Youth Parliament (UK) in January of 2023 after a written selection process. NEWS: The match officials appointments for the United Rugby Championship Round 10 festive fixtures have been confirmed. Any proper post-match analysis would embarrass the inconsistency of how they controlled the game. Read More Appointments 22 Feb 2023 Referees to 27 February 2023 Another week of SARU and Varsity matches with the Six Nations & Six Nations u20 re-starting their rounds. In 2002, while refereeing a Tri Nations match between South Africa and New Zealand, McHugh was assaulted by a South African fan. READERS' FORUM: Welcome to our live coverage of the United Rugby Championship Round Six catch-up match between the Lions and Glasgow Warriors at Ellis Park in Johannesburg. Joy Neville (born 24 July 1983) is a former Ireland women's rugby union international and a current rugby union referee. Its a process hell repeat over the next few months in South Africa, Scotland, Ireland, Wales and Italy. This biographical article relating to Georgian rugby union is a stub. Here are all kick-off times and dates for the 144 matches of theUnited Rugby Championship 2022/2023 season. ANNOUNCEMENT: Match officials | Round 6 (Rescheduled Fixtures) 3. READ |JACQUES NIENABER ADMITS BOMB SQUAD COMES AT A RISK, World Rugby Match Officials Selection Committee chairperson Graham Mourie said: We have a group of very committed and talented match officials who, like players, continually work on their game through a robust, team-driven 360 degree review process. By clicking a match, you can access to stats, game sheet, report. La Rochelle. . Rugby journalist Mark Keohane slammed the performance of the match officials for the Stormers and Bulls URC derby at Loftus on Saturday evening. Henning was on a URC round table discussing matters regarding match officials when he was asked about the incident regarding Connacht centre Bundee Aki last weekend, when the Ireland . SOAPIES UPDATE: Get all your SOAPIE tea right here. Address: Regus Business Centre 1st Floor, Block B, North Park, Black River Park, 2 Fir Street, Observatory, Cape Town, 7925, South Africa Postal: Blue Sky Publications (Pty) Ltd T/A TheSouthAfrican, PO Box 44354, Claremont, 7735, South Africa, United Kingdom Blue Sky Publications Ltd Company Registration Number: 04683692. Cell C Sharks VS Munster. STORMERS GOT LUCKY AS SA TMOS BACK IN THE SPOTLIGHT, SHARKS COACH DROPS BOMBSHELL ON SBU NKOSI, BULLS COACH JAKE WHITE ON WHY DUANE VERMEULENS RETURN IS A PROBLEM, Powell demands more from Sharks after Lions mauling, Arthur Zwane: Rare pictures of underfire Chiefs coach and his wife, Rugby World Cup 2023: Bookmakers update latest odds, WRAP | Varsity Cup 2023: Round 1 matches and results, Inequality in college: three things we learnt during the pandemic. Nika is coached and mentored by David McHugh, who is employed by Georgian Rugby Union as a Head of Referees Committee. in United Rugby Championship Match referee Marius van der Westhuizen waits for a try confirmation during the 2020 Super Rugby match between Sharks and Jaguares at the Jonsson Kings. [6] Nika was among the first young referees recruited through this program in 2013. There is no doubt that Henning has a very clear vision of where he wants to get to with the match officials. Copyright Blue Sky Publications Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Cell C Sharks v Ulster | Instant Highlights | Round 6 | URC 2022/23. [5] He made his debut refereeing in the 2021-22 United Rugby Championship, refereeing the match . But people with blanket opinions have no accountability. For those looking for missing names Wayne Barnes, Matthew Carley and Jaco Peyper all miss out, maybe managing workload with all three being on long distance travels in recent weeks. As we move closer to France 2023, we are growing as a team and the focus continues to be on consistent officiating of the clear and obvious with a particular emphasis on safety, speed and space., South Africa v New ZealandReferee: Angus Gardner (RA)ARs: Luke Pearce (RFU) & Christophe Ridley (RFU)TMO: Brett Cronan (RA), Argentina v AustraliaReferee: Mike Adamson (SRU)ARs: Karl Dickson (RFU) & Chris Busby (IRFU)TMO: Marius Van Der Westhuizen (SARU), South Africa v New ZealandReferee: Luke Pearce(RFU)ARs: Angus Gardner (RA) & Christophe Ridley (RFU)TMO: Brett Cronan (RA), Argentina v AustraliaReferee: Karl Dickson (RFU)ARs: Mike Adamson (SRU) & Chris Busby (IRFU)TMO: Marius Van Der Westhuizen (SARU), New Zealand v ArgentinaReferee: Nika Amashukeli (GRU)ARs: Nic Berry (RA) & Jordan Way (RA)TMO: Brian MacNeice (IRFU), Australia v South AfricaReferee: Paul Williams (NZR)ARs: Ben OKeeffe (NZR) & Tual Trainini (FFR)TMO: Brendon Pickerill (NZR), New Zealand v ArgentinaReferee: Nic Berry (RA)ARs: Nika Amashukeli (GRU) & Jordan Way (RA)TMO: Brian MacNeice (IRFU), Australia v South AfricaReferee: Ben OKeeffe (NZR)ARs: Paul Williams (NZR) & Tual Trainini (FFR)TMO: Brendon Pickerill (NZR), Australia v New Zealand (Thurs 15 Sept)Referee: Mathieu Raynal (FFR)ARs: Andrew Brace (IRFU) & Pierre Brousset (FFR)TMO: Ben Whitehouse (WRU), Argentina v South Africa (Sat 17 Sept)Referee: James Doleman (NZR)ARs: Damon Murphy (RA) & Craig Evans (WRU)TMO: Chris Hart (NZR), New Zealand v AustraliaReferee: Andrew Brace (IRFU)ARs: Mathieu Raynal (FFR) & Pierre Brousset (FFR)TMO: Ben Whitehouse (WRU), South Africa v ArgentinaReferee: Damon Murphy (RA)ARs: Frank Murphy (IRFU) & Andrea Piardi (FIR)TMO: Chris Hart (NZR), Advantage Over podcast: Law updates July 2022, July 22-24 Referee, AR & TMO appointments, Weekend referees, ARs & TMOs for TRC, URC plus domestic action across England, France and New Zealand. And will see the regular season come to an end in Round 18 on 23 April 2023. By the age of 20 he had already suffered 5 concussions. Its exactly why, in his proposal to the United Rugby Championship, Henning went as far as to invoke the United States measure for presidential leadership and outlined his own first 100 days in office plan. Top billing is the RWC21 Final Qualifier Tournament in Dubai. Instant Highlights. Clancy refereed the 2007 Churchill Cup final and the 2009 and 2011 European Challenge Cup finals. The United Rugby Championship, URC, has announced Tappe Henning as its new Head of Match Officials. On his appointment, he exclaimed eagerness to spearhead a 'collaborative approach' between referees and coaches to encourage positive play. Our job is to make sure that what a player experiences in the refereeing of a United Rugby Championship game on a Friday evening is the same as what a player experiences in the refereeing of a Six Nations Test on the Saturday, or at Rugby World Cup level. EBEN ETZEBETH POPS THE QUESTION AND SHE SAID YES! This included Irish referees regularly officiating Georgian domestic league matches, Georgian referees officiating All-Ireland League matches and attending IRFU workshops. 2020-21. South Africa Blue Sky Publications (Pty) Ltd T/A TheSouthAfrican Number: 2005/028472/07. Snyman: We can go all the way in Vancouver. Nika's pathway continued through as he got top level appointments on November internationals, set to officiate in Ireland v Japan, French Barbarians v Tonga and Wales v Australia matches. Thats dangerous and we need to be careful with that.. In 2021 Nika had a successful debut in July internationals, having officiated on Wales v Canada match, first ever Georgian to do tier 1 nations game. The referees will make mistakes, but we shouldnt read bias into that. TheSouthAfrican.com is all about South Africa and the stories that affect South Africans, wherever they are in the world. Tappe Henning has just climbed off a flight and walked into his hotel room. Emirates Lions v Glasgow Warriors | Instant Highlights | Round 6 | URC 2022/23. Cookie. United Rugby Championship Autumn Nations Cup U20 Six Nations . Adamson becomes the first Scottish ref since Jim Fleming in 1999 to oversee a Rugby Championship/Tri Nations match, and in line with his other firsts, Amashukeli becomes the first Georgian to do the same. John Lacey is a former Ireland A and Ireland Sevens rugby union international and current rugby union referee. He has been on the IRB Elite panel (the highest level in the world) since 2009. The South African succeeds Greg Garner, who had served as the league's Elite Referee Manager since . NEWS: The match officials' appointments of the United Rugby Championship Round 14 fixtures have been confirmed. 02 Mar 2023 12:01:00 Watch the replay, unemotionally, and you will see what I mean. NEWS: The match officials appointments of the United Rugby Championship Round 13 fixtures have been confirmed. Referee: Chris Busby 1 October 2022 19:35 Rodney Parade Attendance: 4,069 [19] Referee: Ben Blain Round 4 [ edit] 7 October 2022 19:35 The DAM Health Stadium Attendance: 5,860 [41] Referee: Andrea Piardi 7 October 2022 19:35 The Sportsground Attendance: 7,512 [12] Referee: Chris Busby 8 October 2022 16:00 Stadio Sergio Lanfranchi Between 2013 and 2017 Clancy also served as a touch judge/assistant referee at five consecutive European Rugby Champions Cup finals. Were doing this because we owe it to the product. He was selected for Georgia U18 team for 2012 European Under-18 Rugby Union Championship. The referees are accountable. Staying with New Zealand, Fraser Hannon (bottom right) referees his 1st NPC game as Southland Counties host Manukau congrats and at the other end of the scale, Mike Fraser takes charge of his 207th and final first class game in North Harbour as he heads into refereeing retirement. Take part in our quiz and WIN R1 000 in cash! The teams for Friday night's Round 15 fixtures of the United Rugby Championship have been named with all details of match officials and broadcast info. Up north, Adam Leal (top right) will oversee his first Premiership match of the season, which may also be the last ever match for Worcester Warriors whos participation after this match is much in doubt. IN THE SPOTLIGHT: The English referee Wayne Barnes revealed he was close to giving up the whistle after officiating Frances Test against South Africa. He would also referee the 2001 final, making him the first referee to take charge of two European Rugby Champions Cup finals. Adamson is now a SRU referee for the Pro14, European Professional Club Rugby and World Rugby. Watching the Stormers v Bulls evoked every one of those emotions and it was unfair. There will obviously be growing pains with such a unique tournament between hemispheres. Consistency is hugely important, and it will be my key focus. WATCH | STORMERS GOT LUCKY AS SA TMOS BACK IN THE SPOTLIGHT. Theres a double header in Auckland as the Black Ferns have their final run out before RWC21, hosting Japan Women. They want clarity on what the written law is, and then the application on the day. It is the lack of balls of a referee and the obvious prejudice of a TMO that infuriates me the most. In 2013 she was also a member of the first Ireland women's team to win the Six Nations, Grand Slam and Triple Crown titles. Featuring the four Irish provinces, four South African franchises and the eight. Date of birth: 18 June 1971. Venue: Hollywoodbets Kings Park Kick-off: 14:00 local (12:00 GMT) Referee: Jaco Peyper (South Africa) Assistant Referees: Marius van der Westhuizen (South Africa), Griffin Colby (South Africa) TMO: Marius Jonker (South Africa) READ MORE: United Rugby Championship: Crunch time for defending champions the Stormers News Share this Article What I loved about the game was the intensity; what I loathed was the refusal of the referee to officiate the match and the bias from the TMO to decide when he wanted to influence play in the match. Marius van der Westhuizen has been appointed as TMO for the two matches between the Pumas and Wallabies in Argentina in the opening rounds. As a player Neville represented Ireland at both the 2006 and 2010 Women's Rugby World Cups. We cant control perceptions out there, but performance kills perceptions and we know that. But we need to also understand that while the tech has increased, the referee still only has two eyes and ears. How much of a Momentum Proteas Womens cricket fan are you? As an international referee he has taken charge of matches in the Six Nations Championship, the Rugby Championship and the Rugby World Cup. Head of Match officials for the United Rugby Championship (URC) Tappe Henning has called on referees to crack down on dissent from players. There is not a referee in the world that will have a conscious bias towards a team. Highlights include: 26 officials from 10 unions involved in the 12 matches Mike Adamson (Scotland), Nika Amashukeli (Georgia) and James Doleman (New Zealand) to make Championship debuts Mathieu Raynal (France) will referee in The Rugby Championship for first time since 2018 All the referees are buying into this process to make the decisions more consistent, and to create understanding and respect for the culture theyre dealing with the culture of the club and how to deliver a better performance to how the teams want to play. Those are the players we're refereeing. With at least 12 camera angles available the fan is now on the field and not just in the stands anymore. Zebre will hope the new season signals a change of fortunes for . [5], In 2016 in an incident after a Georgian domestic league match between Batumi and Army Nika Amashukeli was stabbed in the leg with a knife by one of the Army club officials.[7][8][9]. Previously a student at the University of Gloucestershire, [3] Ridley began refereeing professionally in 2016. READ |SPRINGBOKS CENTURION CLUB: MEET THE MAGNIFICENT 7. ADVERTISEMENT FRIDAY, JANUARY 27 Ulster v Stormers (Kingspan Stadium, Belfast - Kick-off: 19.35; 19.35 GMT; 21.35 SA time) Referee: Mike Adamson (Scotland) Assistant referees: Andrew Cole (IRFU),Paul Haycock (IRFU) Website http://www.unitedrugby.com. By the age of 20 he had already suffered 5 concussions. His primary playing position was at fly-half. Perfect timing, he says of this phone call. SA REFEREES SHOP BOKSMART CAREERS. We are working very hard to contribute to a good product for 80 minutes on a Saturday. They send us clips on a weekly basis. Parent lists expand_more. News. READ |RASSIE ERASMUS: QUIT SIGNING PLAYERS WITH NO FUTURE! 28-09-2022 11:36. This is a full-on international competition, and just as these players will go to the next level into Test rugby, so will our referees. They cant be confused. unitedrugby.com. We are all responsible for this great product. Answer these 2 simple questions & WIN R1000 in cash! The biggest part of my job is putting in place communication channels so there is a central point of feedback for the coaches. Sunday, March 7 Edinburgh v Benetton - KO 17:15 BT Murrayfield, Edinburgh Referee: Sam Grove-White (SRU, 13th competition game) Instant Highlights. The list "United Rugby Championship referees" has been viewed 20 times. Apart from Gardner, the Springboks will also have as referees Luke Pearce of England (New Zealand in Johannesburg on 13 August); a trio of New Zealanders in Paul Williams (against Australia in Adelaide on 27 August), Ben OKeeffe (against Australia in Sydney on 3 September), and James Doleman (against Argentina in Buenos Aires on 17 September); and Damon Murphy of Australia (against Argentina in Durban on 24 September). HT: 0-29. As a player Neville represented Ireland at both the 2006 and . When Sam Grove-White is going to referee the Bulls for the first time, hell call up Mark Lawrence or Jaco Peyper and Marius van der Westhuizen and ask for key pointers as to the Bulls playing style and how he should approach them. Up against a few of his South Africa teammates, the 63-cap Springbok would have wanted to . SPOTLIGHT: Sharks scrumhalf Grant Williams says "patience" has played a big part in his playing career so far. It will just bring us closer and closer to a greater alignment for a quality rugby product.. ADVERTISEMENT FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17 Glasgow Warriors v Ulster (Scotstoun Stadium, Glasgow - Kick-off: 19.35; 19.35 GMT) Referee: Craig Evans (Wales) Assistant Referees: Jonny Perriam (Scotland) &: Ru Campbell (Scotland) 0. News 'True professionalism': Bulls to honour Steyn with benefit year NEWS: Bulls and Springboks legend Morne Steyn has been awarded a farewell benefit year, recognising his long-standing . The pair missed the brief when it came to keeping the game moving and given Jonkers record as a TMO, Keohane questioned how he continues to earn appointments of this nature. Lions star's bold statement amidst difficult period. Damon Murphy looks after the SA v Argentina game in Durban. In 2019 he attracted rugby followers' attention when during the U20 Six Nations match he was temporarily substituted after a blood injury. NEWS: Three female match officials have been promoted to join Aimee Barrett-Theron on the national refereeing panel in a ground-breaking move, announced by SA Rugby on Friday. This is a full-on international competition, and just as these players will go to the. The current name was adopted in 2021 when the league expanded to include four South African teams previously from the SANZAR Super Rugby competition. No Rasta as SA Rugby reveals match official panels for 2023. Nika Amashukeli is included in World Rugby's list of candidates to be a referee at the 2023 Rugby World Cup. Ultimate Rugby Players, News, Fixtures and Live Results . This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. There is more information around a decision than ever before. He is still human. Munster (27) 58. Each week, teams from five rugby powerhouse nations, cross the hemispheres to compete and fight for the right to be our champion. Andy Brace (pic top left) will be in charge of the watch whistle for the final round TRC match as New Zealand v Australia play again this weekend. [4], Amashukeli made his test debut as a referee in the Montenegro v Estonia European Nations Cup Third Division match on 11 April 2015; he refereed the 1st half and was replaced by Shota Tevzadze at half-time. [2][3][4], Nika started playing rugby for Jiki at the age of 11. But its so exciting, and as referees we need to play our part to contribute to this unbelievably exciting competition between six of the top 10 unions in world rugby. 2022-23 . United Rugby Championship Table - Rugby Union - BBC Sport United Rugby Championship Table All times are UK and subject to change. Dialogue is key in this process, and Henning has been in constant communication with coaches in both hemispheres to address their concerns and questions. RASSIE ERASMUS: QUIT SIGNING PLAYERS WITH NO FUTURE! Nika Amashukeli (Georgian: ) is a Georgian rugby union and World Rugby elite referee. World Rugby match official appointments for international matches and tournaments. New Head of Match Officials for the United Rugby Championship, Tappe Henning, has outlined his vision for the tournaments referees. He primarily played as a scrum-half. As is the case with most Ulster wins, No8 Duane Vermeulen was at the heart of the victory. Joy Neville (born 24 July 1983) is a former Ireland women's rugby union international and a current rugby union referee. Would you be interested in join a refereeing membership? |EBEN ETZEBETH POPS THE QUESTION AND SHE SAID YES! SPOTLIGHT: Star No.8 Francke Horn believes the Lions can be a surprise package in the not-too-distant future. ALSO READ:Stormers vs Bulls player ratings Springbok coaches will be happy. Would you be interested in join a refereeing membership? The 'United Rugby Championship will kick off in September 2021 as the top clubs from South Africa (Cell C Sharks, DHL Stormers, Emirates Lions and Vodacom Bulls) combine with the Guinness PRO14 to create a world-class 16-team league. His first match in Ireland was between Old Christians and St Marys in the Munster Junior League. He is a member of the Munster Association of Referees. Rome , Italy - 25 February 2023; Referee Mike Adamson during the Guinness Six Nations Rugby Championship match between Italy and Ireland at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome, Italy. The Rugby Championship 2022; RWC 2021 warm-up matches - July-September . In 1996 McHugh refereed the inaugural Heineken Cup final. Tries: Fekitoa, Coombes 3 . World Rugby Match Officials Selection Committee Chairman, Graham Mourie said, We have a group of very committed match officials who, like players, continually work on their game through a robust, team-driven 360 degree review process. Referee: Chris Busby (Ireland) Assistant referees: Jonny Perriam (Scotland), Sam O'Neil (Scotland) TMO: Brian MacNeice (Ireland) Munster v Scarlets ( Musgrave Park, Cork - Kick-off: 19.35 ; 19.35 GMT) Referee: Ben Blain (Scotland) Assistant referees: Andrew Cole (Ireland), Sam Holt (Ireland) TMO: Andrew McMenemy (Scotland) SATURDAY, MARCH 4 And I want to make something perfectly clear. South Africa Blue Sky Publications (Pty) Ltd T/A TheSouthAfrican Number: 2005/028472/07. The competition runs from 6 August to 24 September, with each of the four teams playing a total of six matches. . Henning has also brought in what he refers to as cross coaching of match officials. Jan 2023 - Present3 months. As match officials I can assure you we are motivated to make our contribution as best we can. Category:United Rugby Championship referees Pages in category "United Rugby Championship referees" The following 31 pages are in this category, out of 31 total. Overview: Nigel Owens (born 18 June 1971) is a Welsh international rugby union referee. Lots of changes for Vodacom URC Derby Day. All times shown are french time, refresh to see your local time. And the coaches are playing their part as well. NEWS: The match officials' appointments of the United Rugby Championship Round 13 fixtures have been confirmed. Henning has tremendous respect for the United Rugby Championship as a product and says his fellow match officials share this. We never say were going to be perfect. United Rugby Championship: Munster v Ospreys. Unusually there were no positional changes in the World Rugby Men's Rankings despite there being a full programme of fixtures. Take part in our quiz and WIN R1 000 in cash! And his appointment, as the new Head of Match Officials for the United Rugby Championship (URC) is equally perfect timing. I would offer my own assessment of the match officials, but I dont want to be invited to referee half a dozen under-10s games. Mathieu Raynal returns to TRC action for the first time since 2018. Match officials confirmed for this weekend #BKTURC #URC. 29 - 36. They cant have differences in refereeing. Coaches want more consistency in how key areas of the game are being refereed. They probably also dont need the run out as much as the new names. Photo: SA Rugby website. ALSO READ:The URC is a field of dreams for Springbok duo, CLICK HERE TO READ MORE ARTICLES BY JAMES RICHARDSON. BBC is not responsible for any changes. Some days Im up at 05:00 to give coaches answers before they go to the training field to explain it to their players. Since 2021 Nika Amashukeli regularly gets appointed to prestigious test matches involving Tier 1 national teams. It was the first season that the competition is referred to as the United Rugby Championship, having previously been known as the Pro14. England, United Kingdom. EPCR and the United Rugby Championship are joining forces with Qatar Airways who will become the Official South African Airline Partner of EPCR and Official He has officiated at the highest level since starting in 2006, refereeing matches in the club tournament: Top 14, Pro 12, Challenge Cup and Heineken Cup. WATCH |EBEN ETZEBETHS FIANCEE SIGNS NATIONAL ANTHEM IN HIS 100TH TEST. Instant Highlights. Ultimate Rugby Players, News, Fixtures and Live Results . Leinster v Cardiff Rugby Referee: Jaco Peyper (SARU, 13th league game) ARs: Joy Neville (IRFU) & Andrew Fogarty (IRFU) TMO: Marius Jonker (SARU) Ulster sent a strong message to the rest of the United Rugby Championship on Saturday by coming away with a 31-24 bonus point win from Kings Park against the Sharks. NEWS: The match officials' appointments of the United Rugby Championship Round 13 fixtures have been confirmed.
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