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The Advertiser
30-05-2025
- Sport
- The Advertiser
Retiring ex-Wallabies lock eager for one more hurrah
Former Wallabies lock Sam Carter has announced his retirement from professional rugby, but he wants to have one final hurrah against the British and Irish Lions later this month. Carter told his Western Force teammates of his decision to hang up the boots prior to last week's golden-point loss to the NSW Waratahs. But the 35-year-old has one more game left in him - with Carter keen to line up for the Force in the June 28 showdown with the British and Irish Lions at Optus Stadium. "I'm really keen to be involved in the Lions match later this month," Carter said in a statement. "I think the British and Irish Lions are one of the things that make rugby so special and unique. "After that, my family and I are planning to take some time off to reassess what the next chapter looks like for us." Carter called time following a brilliant playing career that saw him earn 16 caps for the Wallabies, including being part of the side's 2015 World Cup squad. The towering lock played 132 Super Rugby games after debuting for the ACT Brumbies in 2011. He played 122 times for the Brumbies (2011-2019) and added another 10 caps at the Force since joining them in 2024. During his time at the Brumbies, Carter was a club co-captain, won the side's best forward award and earned Rugby Australia's Academic Achievement Award in 2018. Carter also spent five years in Europe with Ulster (2019-2023) and Leicester Tigers (2023-2024) between his Super Rugby stints. The father of two said it was the right time to retire. "I've come to a point where I feel ready to step away from rugby after 14 years in the professional game," he said. "One of the big highlights for me was making my debut for the Wallabies in 2014, something I had dreamed of since I was a kid." Former Wallabies lock Sam Carter has announced his retirement from professional rugby, but he wants to have one final hurrah against the British and Irish Lions later this month. Carter told his Western Force teammates of his decision to hang up the boots prior to last week's golden-point loss to the NSW Waratahs. But the 35-year-old has one more game left in him - with Carter keen to line up for the Force in the June 28 showdown with the British and Irish Lions at Optus Stadium. "I'm really keen to be involved in the Lions match later this month," Carter said in a statement. "I think the British and Irish Lions are one of the things that make rugby so special and unique. "After that, my family and I are planning to take some time off to reassess what the next chapter looks like for us." Carter called time following a brilliant playing career that saw him earn 16 caps for the Wallabies, including being part of the side's 2015 World Cup squad. The towering lock played 132 Super Rugby games after debuting for the ACT Brumbies in 2011. He played 122 times for the Brumbies (2011-2019) and added another 10 caps at the Force since joining them in 2024. During his time at the Brumbies, Carter was a club co-captain, won the side's best forward award and earned Rugby Australia's Academic Achievement Award in 2018. Carter also spent five years in Europe with Ulster (2019-2023) and Leicester Tigers (2023-2024) between his Super Rugby stints. The father of two said it was the right time to retire. "I've come to a point where I feel ready to step away from rugby after 14 years in the professional game," he said. "One of the big highlights for me was making my debut for the Wallabies in 2014, something I had dreamed of since I was a kid." Former Wallabies lock Sam Carter has announced his retirement from professional rugby, but he wants to have one final hurrah against the British and Irish Lions later this month. Carter told his Western Force teammates of his decision to hang up the boots prior to last week's golden-point loss to the NSW Waratahs. But the 35-year-old has one more game left in him - with Carter keen to line up for the Force in the June 28 showdown with the British and Irish Lions at Optus Stadium. "I'm really keen to be involved in the Lions match later this month," Carter said in a statement. "I think the British and Irish Lions are one of the things that make rugby so special and unique. "After that, my family and I are planning to take some time off to reassess what the next chapter looks like for us." Carter called time following a brilliant playing career that saw him earn 16 caps for the Wallabies, including being part of the side's 2015 World Cup squad. The towering lock played 132 Super Rugby games after debuting for the ACT Brumbies in 2011. He played 122 times for the Brumbies (2011-2019) and added another 10 caps at the Force since joining them in 2024. During his time at the Brumbies, Carter was a club co-captain, won the side's best forward award and earned Rugby Australia's Academic Achievement Award in 2018. Carter also spent five years in Europe with Ulster (2019-2023) and Leicester Tigers (2023-2024) between his Super Rugby stints. The father of two said it was the right time to retire. "I've come to a point where I feel ready to step away from rugby after 14 years in the professional game," he said. "One of the big highlights for me was making my debut for the Wallabies in 2014, something I had dreamed of since I was a kid."
Yahoo
30-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Dean Technical High School graduate wins a brand new car
HOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP)- The President and CEO of Gary Rome Hyundai gave back to the community by recognizing a high school student in Holyoke with a brand-new car. Since 2010, Gary Rome has awarded a Holyoke high schooler an Academic Achievement Award for their good grades, attendance, and behavior. 'I'm literally shaking, I'm so excited,' said Chelsea Salas, a senior at Dean Technical High School. Out of 150 finalists, 20 were chosen for the Gary Rome Academic Achievement Award. It's the only program in the region to offer a brand-new car to a deserving Holyoke high schooler. Each of the finalists was a good student with a 3.0 or higher GPA and fewer than 6 absences throughout the school year. In front of family, friends, school faculty, and staff, each student got in a line for a chance to pick a key that would start this red Hyundai Venue. A senior at Dean Technical became the lucky winner. 'We had to send an essay and write about what we felt like we deserved it and I wrote about being the youngest of four and growing up in a low-income household and didn't have anything. My parents work so hard, and I wanted to make them proud,' said Salas. Salas didn't know she won until she opened her eyes. 'I was the first one to pick out of the bowl, and I picked lucky number 3,' said Salas. 4 years of good grades, consistent attendance, and strong characteristics paid off. The school's guidance counselor is happy to see that Salas won her very first car. 'This is probably one of the most exciting days of our entire year. Seeing all their hard work kind of come to this has just been beyond exciting,' said Teresa Beaulieu, Guidance Counselor at Dean Technical High School. Right after she won the car, she graduated. This was an early present from Gary Rome Hyundai. Gary Rome said it's an award that is always remembered. 'This has made a difference in their lives, you know it's allowed them to get back and forth to college, allow them to take their parents to doctors' appointments, it's allowed them to make a difference,' said Gary Rome, President and CEO of Gary Rome Hyundai. Rome is thinking of bringing alumni back to future events. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
West Australian
30-05-2025
- Sport
- West Australian
Retiring ex-Wallabies lock eager for one more hurrah
Former Wallabies lock Sam Carter has announced his retirement from professional rugby, but he wants to have one final hurrah against the British and Irish Lions later this month. Carter told his Western Force teammates of his decision to hang up the boots prior to last week's golden-point loss to the NSW Waratahs. But the 35-year-old has one more game left in him - with Carter keen to line up for the Force in the June 28 showdown with the British and Irish Lions at Optus Stadium. "I'm really keen to be involved in the Lions match later this month," Carter said in a statement. "I think the British and Irish Lions are one of the things that make rugby so special and unique. "After that, my family and I are planning to take some time off to reassess what the next chapter looks like for us." Carter called time following a brilliant playing career that saw him earn 16 caps for the Wallabies, including being part of the side's 2015 World Cup squad. The towering lock played 132 Super Rugby games after debuting for the ACT Brumbies in 2011. He played 122 times for the Brumbies (2011-2019) and added another 10 caps at the Force since joining them in 2024. During his time at the Brumbies, Carter was a club co-captain, won the side's best forward award and earned Rugby Australia's Academic Achievement Award in 2018. Carter also spent five years in Europe with Ulster (2019-2023) and Leicester Tigers (2023-2024) between his Super Rugby stints. The father of two said it was the right time to retire. "I've come to a point where I feel ready to step away from rugby after 14 years in the professional game," he said. "One of the big highlights for me was making my debut for the Wallabies in 2014, something I had dreamed of since I was a kid."
Perth Now
30-05-2025
- Sport
- Perth Now
Retiring ex-Wallabies lock eager for one more hurrah
Former Wallabies lock Sam Carter has announced his retirement from professional rugby, but he wants to have one final hurrah against the British and Irish Lions later this month. Carter told his Western Force teammates of his decision to hang up the boots prior to last week's golden-point loss to the NSW Waratahs. But the 35-year-old has one more game left in him - with Carter keen to line up for the Force in the June 28 showdown with the British and Irish Lions at Optus Stadium. "I'm really keen to be involved in the Lions match later this month," Carter said in a statement. "I think the British and Irish Lions are one of the things that make rugby so special and unique. "After that, my family and I are planning to take some time off to reassess what the next chapter looks like for us." Carter called time following a brilliant playing career that saw him earn 16 caps for the Wallabies, including being part of the side's 2015 World Cup squad. The towering lock played 132 Super Rugby games after debuting for the ACT Brumbies in 2011. He played 122 times for the Brumbies (2011-2019) and added another 10 caps at the Force since joining them in 2024. During his time at the Brumbies, Carter was a club co-captain, won the side's best forward award and earned Rugby Australia's Academic Achievement Award in 2018. Carter also spent five years in Europe with Ulster (2019-2023) and Leicester Tigers (2023-2024) between his Super Rugby stints. The father of two said it was the right time to retire. "I've come to a point where I feel ready to step away from rugby after 14 years in the professional game," he said. "One of the big highlights for me was making my debut for the Wallabies in 2014, something I had dreamed of since I was a kid."
Borneo Post
24-05-2025
- General
- Borneo Post
From classroom to career for 44 Montfort graduates
The graduates, MYTC staff and board of governors. KOTA KINABALU (May 24): Montfort Youth Training Centre (MYTC) held its 24th graduation ceremony for 44 trainees at its residential campus in Kinarut on Saturday. The ceremony was officiated by MYTC boars of governors chairman Tan Sri Bernard Giluk Dompok, witnessed by proud parents, staff, teachers and instructors. Also in attendance were the Brothers of St Gabriel, members of the board of governors, heads of relevant government departments, members of the Malaysian Estate Owners' Association (MEOA), benefactors and friends of Montfort. The graduating cohort comprised 14 trainees from the Motor Mechanics Department who passed their Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia (SKM) examination; ten trainees from the Welding Technologies programme, of whom nine excelled in the 6G SMAW Competency Test conducted by CIDB Technology; 11 trainees from the Facilities Maintenance & Carpentry programme, all of whom also passed their SKM examination; and nine trainees from the Oil Palm Plantation Conductorship programme. In addition to receiving certificates in their respective technical training programmes, the graduates also received a Montfort Certificate for completing a two-year programme in character formation. Notably, some of these graduates had not completed formal secondary education, with a few having only received primary schooling before enrolling in Montfort's programme. Bernard (left) presenting the Best Trainee Award to Luke, while MYTC director Frederick Mah Hon Phing looks on. The Best Trainee Award was awarded to Luke Loning Tokuyuk Neemoh, a 20-year-old from Kampung Tuavon, Penampang. Luke, the eldest of three siblings, showcased outstanding skills and commitment, successfully passing with distinction his Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia (SKM) exam. In addition, he was among the trainees selected to undertake the Malaysian University English Test (MUET). The Academic Achievement Award recognizes Montfort Hostel boarders at San Damiano Boys' Hostel (SDBH), Kiulu, and St Mary Youth Hostel (SMYH), Sandakan, who have demonstrated exceptional or commendable results in their Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) exams. Initiated by Bernard, the award aims to inspire boarders to strive for academic excellence and pursue higher educational achievement. This year, the Academic Achievement Award was presented to Braynn Rushell Justin from San Damiano Boys' Hostel (SDBH), Kiulu, and Mark Claveria from St Mary Youth Hostel (SMYH), Sandakan. Despite the uncertainty in the current economic situation, the majority of the graduates had managed to secure employment with members of the Malaysian Estate Owners' Association who established companies based in Sabah, Kuala Lumpur and Labuan under Montfort's Job Placement Scheme. Meanwhile, some graduates have chosen to seek employment independently, while others planned to pursue further studies at various institutions. In July 2025, MYTC is anticipated to welcome 80 new trainees who will embark on their two-year programme at Montfort. On another note, MYTC is excited to host its 16th Montfort House Bazaar on 10th August 2025, followed by the Charity Golf Tournament on 11th October 2025. Both events aim to raise funds for the upkeep and sustenance of its Residential Care Programme and technical skills training. MYTC looks forward to the ongoing and steadfast support of the general public in sustaining its Montfortian Educative Mission in Sabah.
