Sevens primed for Olympics

Sevens primed for Olympics

9 Dec 2008

Sevens rugby could be included as an Olympic sport at the 2012 London Olympic Games.

International Rugby Board (IRB) Sevens tournament director, Beth Coalter, said the chairperson of the IRB, Bernard Lapasset, was lobbying the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to have Sevens instated as an Olympic sport.

The IRB expects to have an answer from the International Olympics Committee (IOC) by October 9 2009.

“There’s a possibility that we will be able to take part as early as 2012,” Coalter told Die Burger.

“The winners won’t receive medals though, but will play demonstration matches only. If these trials in London are a success, there is a strong possibility that Sevens rugby would be included in the 2016 Olympic Games as an official Olympic sport.

“With Sevens rugby you have two days of extremely exciting action. The big stadium in Beijing often stood empty during this year’s Games. When Sevens rugby was played at the Commonwealth Games in Melbourne, spectators filled the seats.

“The profile of Sevens rugby would be raised considerably by being part of the Olympics, meaning that participating countries would also receive the support of their governments,” explained Coalter.

Speaking of the World Cup in Dubai (5-7 March 2009), Coalter said: “After the Dubai tournament, we went back to the drawing board to see how we could improve. One change to be implemented is that we will also have 16 women’s teams to go with the 24 men’s teams at the World Cup tournament.”


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  • 651.grootblousmile: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 21:43 pm

    #646 carol: Boeremeisie = Afrikaans Farm Girl

    Vetkoek = Dough / batter fried in oil…….. a traditional meal

    Koeksusters = Twisted and syrup glazed sweet speciality….. a traditional treat

  • 652.K9_BaasPatrolliehond: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 21:43 pm

    #642 SpringbokSarah: This site is like a soap opera. And one can only say so much about a topic and then its done. Thats when the rival families turn on each other…but hey…..there will be a happy ending lol

  • 653.wooden spoon: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 21:43 pm

    #644 saru1983: Because they played for the Leopards and not the Springboks. It was wrong that teams were segregated, but that’s old news now.

    The difficulty is that we will never know which of those players was good enough to make it into the Springbok team on merit – I’m sure many were. It’s a pointless and immaterial exercise to even consider, so I suggest, in the spirit of reconciliation, you build your bridge and cross it or else remain trapped in the past.

  • 654.SpringbokSarah: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 21:43 pm

    #647 saru1983: No offence hey, you just seem well for a lack of a better word a Watson

  • 655.SpringbokSarah: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 21:45 pm

    #652 K9_BaasPatrolliehond: And I wouldn’t change it for the world

  • 656.K9_BaasPatrolliehond: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 21:45 pm

    #648 carol: No its not…why?

  • 657.carol: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 21:46 pm

    #652 K9_BaasPatrolliehond: There is always the violence, *** and arguments padding it all out!!!

  • 658.wooden spoon: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 21:47 pm

    Hmmm I also enjoy waterblommetjie bredie, a good potjie and a good bobotie. GBS, care to translate for Carol?

  • 659.K9_BaasPatrolliehond: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 21:48 pm

    #657 carol: But there sometimes the odd moment of tenderness ;)

  • 660.carol: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 21:49 pm

    #651 grootblousmile: Sounds like me, will avoid the fried stuff and syrup though, sounds great but……a bit calorific! I’m not Matt Dunning!

  • 661.SpringbokSarah: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 21:49 pm

    #659 K9_BaasPatrolliehond: Shall we all have a big hug then?

  • 662.K9_BaasPatrolliehond: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 21:50 pm

    #657 carol: Did u know that there is a site on the net where one can just type or copy in the phrase/word from any language and it will translate it for u?

  • 663.K9_BaasPatrolliehond: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 21:51 pm

    #661 SpringbokSarah: Im not ready yet :lol:

  • 664.SpringbokSarah: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 21:51 pm

    #662 K9_BaasPatrolliehond: um google translate?

  • 665.carol: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 21:51 pm

    #656 K9_BaasPatrolliehond: I just thought we are all just a bit more “cool” than the S.A. Rugby bloggers!! Opps, that might upset someone!#659 K9_BaasPatrolliehond: I have seen some wonderful comments when someone has suffered a loss or is having a difficult time….true blog buddies!

  • 666.saru1983: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 21:51 pm

    #653 wooden spoon: the leopards were a different side the first test between the sa coloureds and sa blacks both called themselves springboks
    the blacks had a black strip and the coloureds wore the traditional green and gold
    the blacks won 8-3

  • 667.SpringbokSarah: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 21:52 pm

    #663 K9_BaasPatrolliehond: roflmao

  • 668.wooden spoon: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 21:52 pm

    Actually, a springbok potjie is delicious. The poor little racist animal…

    Carol – my girlfriend tried kudu, springbok, ostrich and crocodile when in SA. We went to Mama Afrika’s restaurant in CT. Traditional food and great atmosphere, would definitely recommend it when you’re there (although perhaps a bit too ‘touristy’ although it didn’t bother us).

  • 669.carol: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 21:53 pm

    Hey someone has joined called Boycott’s Mum, why didn’t I get myself a mad nick?

  • 670.wooden spoon: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 21:54 pm

    #666 saru1983: I would think most people are very ignorant of their history. Were they ever allowed to tour overseas? How long were those teams in existence?

  • 671.SpringbokSarah: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 21:54 pm

    #668 wooden spoon: How could you eat a Springbok! Somebody offered me Springbok biltong and all I could think was gg Sarah you’re eating Jean!

  • 672.K9_BaasPatrolliehond: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 21:55 pm

    #665 carol: But we r cool ;)

  • 673.SpringbokSarah: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 21:55 pm

    #669 carol: I’m guessing because you’re not mad?

  • 674.K9_BaasPatrolliehond: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 21:56 pm

    #671 SpringbokSarah: Hehe…is it good or bad? lol

  • 675.carol: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 21:56 pm

    #662 K9_BaasPatrolliehond: Is that the “fish” one, I tried to follow Percys progress at Perpignan with that and it was hilarious, a disaster. Made no sense whatsoever!
    Which one can I use, do you know?

  • 676.grant10: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 21:57 pm

    Hi all….Hi tigress….wassup??

  • 677.carol: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 21:57 pm

    #668 wooden spoon: Nothing like a bit of exotic breeds!! Low in fat LOL !! Leave out the witchety grubs and maggots tho!

  • 678.carol: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 21:58 pm

    #672 K9_BaasPatrolliehond: You said it, I happen to agree :-)

  • 679.SpringbokSarah: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 21:58 pm

    #674 K9_BaasPatrolliehond: Well it tasted good but after that thought it made me sick

    #676 grant10: food prices….

  • 680.K9_BaasPatrolliehond: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 21:58 pm

    #667 SpringbokSarah: U see…the 2 rival families still here may still one day kiss and make up. But there is the little group who were ousted from here with revenge in their hearts who may still bring a twist to this soapie.

  • 681.carol: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 21:59 pm

    #676 grant10: Gorgeous, got the U2 going, “Desire” funnily enough at present!!! :-)

  • 682.K9_BaasPatrolliehond: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 22:00 pm

    #675 carol: I’ll find out for u. have a greek friend who alway translate afrikaans into greek.

  • 683.carol: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 22:00 pm

    #673 SpringbokSarah: Possibly not !

  • 684.grant10: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 22:01 pm

    Lunch with suits….italian food….loads of beers and then fantastic swim with daughter….clifton pumping!! Then loads of mates pouring in to drink all my booze on terrace with a view! Life is pretty cool! GBS hi my man…we have matching bruises!!

  • 685.SpringbokSarah: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 22:02 pm

    #680 K9_BaasPatrolliehond: lol, Capulets and the Montagues?

  • 686.carol: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 22:02 pm

    Roy has joined us,
    Hi Roy, no blood on the carpet in the last half hour honestly, we are playing “nicely” XX

  • 687.grant10: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 22:02 pm

    #679 SpringbokSarah: LOL

  • 688.carol: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 22:03 pm

    #685 SpringbokSarah: No Sharks and Jets!

  • 689.carol: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 22:04 pm

    #684 grant10: Sounds like another tough day at the office then!! How do you cope :-)
    Can I see your bruise?

  • 690.saru1983: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 22:04 pm

    They were never allowed to tour overseas and had to make do with internal tests.The earliest test side picked to tour was in 1939 but was cancelled because of the war.The various provincial unions and rugby was well established by this time already.
    the first team picked had a leaping springbok on the left.The springbok was later discarded but reappeared in 1986-87 on as two springbok heads either side of the protea

  • 691.grant10: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 22:04 pm

    #681 carol: One of the sexiest songs written…luv the heat !!! Thats what rocks my world…if it dont leave you breathless its just so damn mediocre Princess!!

  • 692.SpringbokSarah: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 22:05 pm

    #683 carol: damn… and I thought here I could talk to one sane person

    #687 grant10: I tell no lies. The world’s going mad!

    #687 grant10: Who?

  • 693.grant10: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 22:06 pm

    #689 carol: need a steady hand ….wrist action important young lady!!

  • 694.carol: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 22:06 pm

    #682 K9_BaasPatrolliehond: That has to be more difficult than to English. Have seen you on Facebook!

  • 695.grant10: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 22:07 pm

    #692 SpringbokSarah: sanity is so overrated!

  • 696.SpringbokSarah: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 22:08 pm

    #695 grant10: I wouldn’t know, I was born crazy

  • 697.carol: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 22:08 pm

    #691 grant10: Just stop right there……K9 has said this is a bit of a soap opera!

  • 698.grant10: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 22:09 pm

    #694 carol: facebook hectic…i cant do that carol….too much heat from ex s …i will refuse to make them friends…!! LOL

  • 699.carol: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 22:09 pm

    #693 grant10: good grief, it takes alot to make me blush…………..

  • 700.SpringbokSarah: Reply to this comment
    9 Dec 2008, 22:10 pm

    #694 carol: Do you have everybody on facebook?

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