The Hillsborough Memorial Dew Drop Inn Virtual Rugby Pub, Liverpool

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Hello and welcome to the Virtual Rugby Pub, a place where you can come in for a sly beverage and discuss whatever's on your mind, or just eavesdrop on the regulars if you fancy a break from all the rugby chat.

The Pub has made its way to Liverpool in honour of the victims of the Hillsborough disaster, who may finally receive justice.

We are also mourning the sudden loss of Nevin Spence, his father Noel and brother Graeme, who died tragically at their farm in Hillsborough, Co. Down yesterday.

We offer our thoughts and deepest sympathies to his sisters Emma (who remains in a stable condition in hospital), Laura, their mother Essie, family and all friends and fans of the Ulster Rugby community.

The only rule in this pub is one of mutual respect for everyone in it, oh and no tampering with the pictures of Andy Murray, Craig Newby and Delme Thomas.




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rodders wrote:

Artful_Dodger wrote:The dilemma was this - Do I go to a better University and do what I really like (Politics) which would cost me about £4k in fees. Or go to a lesser university and do a course for free as I was offered a scholarship and the course is much better for employment prospects, but also involves 3 hours of travel a day. In the end I went with the latter as I just couldn't afford to turn down a scholarship which saved me £4k and give good employment prospects. When I say regret I suppose I mean I'm a bit rueful not to be going to Queen's, but I might do another Masters there next year anyway.

Yes I see your dilemma but the bolded part is the key I suppose, you can always do the other Masters and you haven't lost much other than a year and travel costs, which isn't much in the greater scheme.

+1

PenfroPete wrote: just a dash of milk please. Still feeling a bit fragile, like a little but no more Poopie or (Guess there'll be more after the game at Parc y Scarlets on Friday )

Hadn't realised that the Os performance at the weekend had affected you so badly, chief?

Pete C (Kiwireddevil) wrote:Morning all, just checking in on my train to Gloucester. Nice and sunny so far.

The exam system is caught betwixt and between. If everyone is getting A*s then they're completely useless as an indicator for universities who want the most able students for tough courses. Down the lower end they allow school leavers to show prospective employers that they are capable of a certain standard (eg can count to 10 wearing shoes and mittens or can read and understand safety instructions). And (assuming teaching methods are improving over the years) grade inflation is inevitable. So the exams need to cover off the basics, then force the top students to show off what they really know. Which isn't easy.

Good point, Pete. Hope you enjoy the England kit unveiling

I'm interested in these educational reforms, as obviously both littlies will be affected. I've always liked the International Baccalaureate so to the extent that this E-Bacc is a step in that direction I have no problems with that. As I understand it there are a couple of positives to my way of thinking - a shift from mostly coursework back to put more emphasis on end of year exams (I know that some kids just find exams difficult, but I think the balance had tilted too far towards coursework), and a move away from the 'modularisation' of courses into smaller bite-size units (I'm just not a fan of deliberately trying to dumb something down so that everyone gets something and the whole is devalued). The downside of the reforms as I understand it is that it is likely that more kids will leave school at 16 without anything (altho they claim that colleges will offer courses that cater for those that want to complete their E-Bacc).

I wouldn't worry about your two buddy, I have a sneaky suspicion that they will be ok what ever is thrown at them. Don't ask me how though, the mother canny even brush her hair and you, well your you. How they've got this far so well is a credit to their teachers. Oh and me, I've a lot to do with it as well.

Hoog wrote:I wouldn't worry about your two buddy, I have a sneaky suspicion that they will be ok what ever is thrown at them. Don't ask me how though, the mother canny even brush her hair and you, well your you. How they've got this far so well is a credit to their teachers. Oh and me, I've a lot to do with it as well.

Too right Thanks, pal

AsLongAsBut100ofUs wrote:

PenfroPete wrote: just a dash of milk please. Still feeling a bit fragile, like a little but no more Poopie or (Guess there'll be more after the game at Parc y Scarlets on Friday )

Hadn't realised that the Os performance at the weekend had affected you so badly, chief?

Ha Ha

No, it’ll be this weekend if things go according to the 'form book'

AsLongAsBut100ofUs wrote:

Hoog wrote:I wouldn't worry about your two buddy, I have a sneaky suspicion that they will be ok what ever is thrown at them. Don't ask me how though, the mother canny even brush her hair and you, well your you. How they've got this far so well is a credit to their teachers. Oh and me, I've a lot to do with it as well.

Too right Thanks, pal

You know me, always happy to help!!

rodders wrote:Question, and I know the answer is no but I'll ask anyways....

Is there any way to supress those advertisments which flash across the top of the screen?

Yes, have you got adblock plus? If you use firefox it's under 'tools' - 'add-ons'. Completely forgot about ads. Haven't seen one in ages.

Swanny, I hope you're feeling better. Your hot toddy secret recipe worked really well for me and Kenny when we both sculled the prescribed concoction on here. Like sweet tastin' rocket fuel (probably added too much honey and brandy) but it knocked us both (and our nasty viruses) for six.

Ok cheers LB. I'm on IE8 at work. Get bombarded by ads here.

I got rid if IE about a year ago. It was really problematic I thought. I got a little distressed seeing the 'bear with a nose ring & chains' ad - and even though I hate animal cruelty I couldn't handle being reminded of it constantly.

Then I saw some news article yesterday where the Germans have warned about the vulnerabilities of it and recommended people use something else. The patch they've (MS Windows) created still doesn't fix the problems apparently.

Unfortunately LB the choice is not mine in here. Although one perk is that I can't possibly forget about the Emmy awards as long as I use 606v2....

Thanks LB, a toddy, or two... scheduled for later

Is Mr S there to make it for you or is it better you stand over the sospan and inhale the fumes whilst gently stirring? Beware the evaporation rate as you warned me once.

Not at the moment, he's at work until 7 tonight. I shall certainly make the first one myself, and inhale the fumes. Can't waste any of it!

No wastage. I also like staring at the mix at the bottom as you stir... halfway to a cure in itself that is.

Both medicinal and therapeutic. No further reasoning required

It's a bit late now, but I'd like to pass on my thoughts to Willy too.

Interesting to read that Pontypridd turned down Cardiff Blouses' offer to host two games at Sardis Road.

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Risca Rev wrote:Interesting to read that Pontypridd turned down Cardiff Blouses' offer to host two games at Sardis Road.

More - HERE

You're more than welcome Sir Johnny.

Might have to pass on your offer. Doing only 4 or 5 comps this year.
Has CF got a team? He's into that type of thing I believe.

PenfroPete wrote:

Risca Rev wrote:Interesting to read that Pontypridd turned down Cardiff Blouses' offer to host two games at Sardis Road.

More - HERE

here is my fave part from the western mail article:


Pontypridd chief executive Steve Reardon confirmed his club had rejected overtures from the Blues to stage LV Cup matches at the House of Pain.

“We met with Richard Holland and Phil Davies not long after Phil was appointed,” he said.

“It was a very positive meeting. Part of it was they offered to hold two matches at Sardis Road.

“We declined that offer on the grounds of not being given the opportunity before. Let me put that into context. We need to look at the first steps. Although we didn’t take them up on it, we haven’t ruled out staging Blues games in the future.

“We first wanted them to do things like they did at Penygraig. Possibly there could be a Blues training session at Sardis Road later in the season.

“We have grounds for a good relationship with the Blues.

“We always have Blues Academy players playing for us and we talked about using the Blues’ training facilities.

“It’s a start. Although we felt Pontypridd hosting Blues matches this season was a step too far.”


you quite seriously couldn't make this stuff up.

Thats hilarious. Talk about Catch 22!

I won the lottery last week but I declined the £3million because I hadn't won it before. Principles are important in life, I think.

Face say goodbye to nose. Now where did I put that knife ... ?

PJ. That is why I admire you so much

PJHolybloke wrote:I won the lottery last week but I declined the £3million because I hadn't won it before. Principles are important in life, I think.

Brilliant PJ

Lovely, lovely tribute from Nevin Spence's sister Emma on the iPlayer

Thanks As, I'm on it.

Just finished listening to that myself Asbo, really touching.

What a brave, brave woman. I spoke at my dad's funeral and was in fits, to do that for the three of them was extraordinarily courageous.

SUFTUM&W

Evening All I really admire Emma Spence's courage. I can't imagine doing anything like that myself, but then we are capable of extraordinary things when we least expect it.

Hope everyone here is well and good. I won't lie to you...I'm dreading the West Wales derby this weekend. GULP!

Me too Cari, that took incredible depths of courage.

Wonder how Willy is?

I really hope he's doing okay today Swanny, been thinking of him today.

for Willy.

Cari - I reckon the O's will really turn up on Friday, they are due a good game and aren't really all that far off clicking, plus they always raise their game for the Scarlets - so who knows!

AsLongAsBut100ofUs wrote:

PJHolybloke wrote:I won the lottery last week but I declined the £3million because I hadn't won it before. Principles are important in life, I think.

Well I don't see why that's funny Asbo, I must have spent thousands over the years, then they knock on the door, all cap in hand like, with a cheque for a lousy £3million?!

Pffft, I told 'em "you've had your feckin chance, don't come here all mealy-mouthed with your poxy millions now".

Sorted 'em right out, I did. Upstairs for thinking kidda, upstairs for thinking.

PJHolybloke wrote:

AsLongAsBut100ofUs wrote:

PJHolybloke wrote:I won the lottery last week but I declined the £3million because I hadn't won it before. Principles are important in life, I think.

Well I don't see why that's funny Asbo, I must have spent thousands over the years, then they knock on the door, all cap in hand like, with a cheque for a lousy £3million?!

Pffft, I told 'em "you've had your feckin chance, don't come here all mealy-mouthed with your poxy millions now".

Sorted 'em right out, I did. Upstairs for thinking kidda, upstairs for thinking.

On a more serious note, it looks like Olly Barkley is joining Racing with immediate effect!!!

Anyone speak better French than me?

http://www.rmcsport.fr/editorial/301338/ollie-barkley-joker-medical-au-racing/

I cannot believe this, but it looks subject to a medical...

it translates as medical joker or wildcard medical

I do like this particular translated bit though:

"Bath, who had experienced some financial difficulties and ethical (evenings too festive for some players,"


I think that's a rather tactical way of putting it!

PJ - have you guys anyone to replace him? or who can step up to fill his spot? Seems a bit sudden really, were there any rumours at all?

No rumours and no replacements dreamer - unless you count Ollie Devoto who came to the academy from Sherbourne last year, he's only 20 but has benched every game this season due to Donald and Heathcote both being injured.

Donald's reintroduction to the playing staff is described by the physios as "complex" and Heathcote is out until October at the earliest.

The way I read it, it was due to the salary cap, but if that's the case why pick the player who has kicked you to the first two wins of the season?

My only hope is that there is a new signing about to be announced...

Is there anyone else you could have let go/sold
(sounds horrible talking about it like this) that are worth as much though?

Tough breaks PJ

At least Devoto would have got plenty of experience last season so not quite throwing him into the deep end as badly.


On another note, both Llanelli and Scarlets u16's are in action this evening, love mid week rugby, always helps the weekend arrive more quickly I reckon

A nice "Gwent" derby too. I expect the Townies to lose again (against Bedwas) and am hoping Crosskeys beat the Jacks down there (though they have made changes).

aye last score I had through was Bedwas were 3-0 up, not heard anything about the Jacks game yet.

Ah right. Cheers for that. I'll be sitting on the Beeb now following the football, so will keep an eye on it all.

All packed for my festival in Scotland. Can't wait. Taken plenty of layers though. Today was certainly a lot crisper and seeing as Ullapool is pretty open (on the coast), it'll get a wee bit nippy.

aye weather is definitely on the turn! who are you going to see at the festival? Hope you have a good time

Tis 6-3 to Bedwas now.

13 - 6 to Newport 7-0 to Keys

Llanelli 11-0 up at HT too, loves it.

10-0 Keys. They're updating twitter at least.

The festival is loopallu. Pretty Scottish dominated. Fratelli's headlining Friday (good) and Scouting For Girls on Sat (meh). There's a Glaswegian band called Kassidy that sound right up my street. Otherwise there's two new up and comers in Rachel Sermanni (whose songs sound really relaxing, so maybe not what I need) and Jake Bugg (who I haven't bothered to try listening too). The rest will be fairly local stuff. It's only a small festival, but it's usually a good laugh with my wife and our friends.

Alright folks. I hope Wiily's ok.

dreamer.Rev, I noticed there were Welsh league gamed on in midweek.

Yeah not sure why Hound. Some of them like Newport I can understand to avoid clashes with their Region (and County in Zooport's case).

Sounds like a great little festival to me, perfect to enjoy with friends enjoy the Fratelli's, would love to see them (do agree with you on Scouting For Girls mind...)

10-7 to Keys now

11-3 to Llanelli.

Hound - aye it seems to be happening quite regularly, Llanelli played mid week last week 'n all. I always forget how busy a schedule the Welsh Prem has.