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RNZ News
27-05-2025
- General
- RNZ News
Rugby: Milton Haig steps down after just a month as NZ Under-20 coach
Milton Haig when he was coach of the Counties-Manukau NPC team. Photo: Photosport New Zealand Under-20 head coach Milton Haig has stepped down just a month into the role, citing a difference in approach to the rest of his coaching staff. Haig recently led the side to the Under-20 Rugby Championship title in South Africa, but said his decision was based on what he believed was best for the team. "I do not feel I'm fully aligned with the coaching group around things like playing style, so have made the difficult decision to step aside to give the team its best chance of reaching its full potential," he said. Haig has a lengthy coaching pedigree having previously coached Counties Manukau in the NPC, the national Georgia team, Southland, Bay of Plenty and Suntory Sungoliatah in Japan. Haig headed a four strong coaching group of Jarrad Hoeata, Alex Robertson and Craig Dunlea who were all appointed by New Zealand Rugby. "Milton's a quality coach and person has done a great job laying the foundations for the team over the past two months. His record over time is evidence of his coaching ability and it was great to see the team perform so well in South Africa," NZR high performance player development manager Matt Sexton said. "We respect his decision to step away and admire his courage in putting the team before himself." Haig said winning in South Africa was a highlight for the team and himself. "Helping the players succeed was my primary motivation for taking the role and I believe they have the skills and drive to be successful at the World Championships in Italy," he said. Haig said he would continue in his role as a World Rugby high-performance consultant.
Wales Online
09-05-2025
- Sport
- Wales Online
Who really were the best and worst players at Cardiff City this season
Who really were the best and worst players at Cardiff City this season The season is over and the players drastically underperformed as the Bluebirds suffered relegation Alex Robertson of Cardiff City (Image: Huw Evans Picture Agency ) The curtain is down on a disastrous season for Cardiff City. After more than two decades playing in the top two tiers, the Bluebirds finished rock-bottom of the Championship and suffered relegation to League One. They were not good enough all over the park for the entirety of the campaign, shipping too many goals and scoring too few, too, and everyone must take responsibility for that. Now, having had a few days to digest the campaign in its entirety, just how did the players fare? Taking a look at stats website WhoScored, we look at how the players ranked as an average score throughout the campaign. Join the Cardiff City breaking news and top stories WhatsApp community. We have omitted players who turned out fewer than five times, which includes Michael Reindorf, Malachi Fagan-Walcott, Tanatswa Nyakuhwa, Ronan Kpakio and Dylan Lawlor, who, incidentally, topped the ratings with his 7.11 outing at Norwich City on the final day. Topping the scoring charts, probably with little surprise, is January signing Yousef Salech, who posted a respectable 7.00 rating. The Danish-born striker netted nine times in 22 appearances in all competitions and his firepower alone gave Cardiff fans some hope of staying up for some time. If the Bluebirds are to bounce straight back next season, one suspects Salech will have a big part to play. There will likely be teams interested, given how well he did in a physically demanding league, but there is hope that Salech feels his story at Cardiff is not yet finished. Article continues below Next up is Alex Robertson. The midfielder signed from Manchester City almost a year ago and provided some positive performances despite not lighting the place up. The 22-year-old, who came in with a 6.80 rating, clearly has a high ceiling and vast potential and it would be no surprise to see clubs circling around him this summer. Two-time player of the year winner Perry Ng picks up the bronze medal with a 6.76 rating on WhoScored. A generally consistent performer who rarely lets you down, despite some believing he dropped below his impeccably high standards at times last season. Below the top three are Callum O'Dowda (6.75), Dimitrios Goutas (6.74), Calum Chambers (6.71), Callum Robinson (6.66) and Rubin Colwill (6.64), who all achieved respectable ratings. At the other end of the table, well, it will come as little surprise as to who picks up the wooden spoon. Wilfried Kanga, the disastrous signing from Hertha BSC last summer, ranks lowest with a score of 6.05. The forward scored a grand total of zero goals in 16 appearances before he was shipped off in January to Dinamo Zagreb, for whom he has fared a little better with three goals in 15 appearances. Goalkeeper Ethan Horvath is also near the foot of the table with a rating of 6.29. He took over the gloves after Jak Alnwick sustained a nasty hamstring injury and endured a mixed time of it. Alnwick, by contrast, had a rating of 6.56. Article continues below Jamilu Collins also had a tough time of it last season. He was frozen out under Omer Riza and didn't kick a ball after the ex-manager's first game in charge at Hull City. It was thought the Nigeria international, who was rated 6.30, would leave in January but no suitable destination was found so he remained training with the under-21s, with his contract up next month. Sign up to our daily Cardiff City newsletter here. Here is the full list of players and how they rated on WhoScored this season...
Cision Canada
01-05-2025
- Sport
- Cision Canada
Sporting Life 10K Celebrates 25 Years of Running for Kids with Serious Illness
One of the biggest running events of the year, this sold-out event will welcome 23,000 participants on Toronto's Yonge Street this Mother's Day in support of children's charity Campfire Circle TORONTO, May 1, 2025 /CNW/ - Now in its 25th year, the Sporting Life 10K, hosted by the iconic sports and style retailer Sporting Life, is bringing together 23,000 participants on Yonge Street this Mother's Day, May 11, 2025, in support of Campfire Circle, a charity that provides year-round programs for kids with cancer or serious illness and their families. Since its inception in 2000, the event has raised more than $27 million to support Campfire Circle's hospital, community, and overnight camp programs—offering joy, connection, and healing to thousands of children and their families across Ontario. "This event is so much more than a run—it's a movement," says David Russell, Founder of Sporting Life. "For 25 years, we've watched tens of thousands of people lace up not just for the finish line, but for a cause that touches so many. Whether you're running for your child, your friend, or just for fun—every step helps kids facing unthinkable challenges rediscover what it means to just be a kid." This year's sold-out event includes an in-person race on May 11 and a virtual option from May 11–31, allowing supporters from across Canada and beyond to participate. The event hopes to help Campfire Circle raise over $2.5 million. "Thanks to our extraordinary and longstanding partnership with Sporting Life, this race has become a cornerstone of our community," says Alex Robertson, CEO of Campfire Circle. "Each participant, donor, and sponsor are a part of something powerful—helping kids rediscover joy, friendship, and belonging. Together, we're building a world where children thrive and families heal." Funds raised will support Campfire Circle's year-round programs at paediatric hospitals (SickKids, McMaster Children's Hospital, Children's Hospital at London Health Sciences Centre, and CHEO), in communities across Ontario, and at two medically supported overnight camps in Muskoka and Waterford. For more information or to support the fundraising campaign, visit To download photos or videos, visit: Founded in 1979, Sporting Life is Canada's iconic, premium sports and style retailer, operating 14 high-end stores across Canada's largest cities in premium malls. A store unlike any other, Sporting Life offers to equip Canadians with the best of everything they need to live their Sporting Life. There you will find the most prestigious brands, products, and services to feel at your best for a life full of sports and style. Visit Sporting Life in-store or online: About Campfire Circle Since 1983, Campfire Circle (formerly Camp Ooch & Camp Trillium) has brought healing through happiness to kids with cancer or serious illness and their families. Through our in-hospital, community, and overnight camp programs, we create opportunities for children to build friendships and social skills, develop self-confidence and resiliency, and improve their overall well-being. By providing play-based experiences, we empower kids to take back their childhood, regardless of their medical diagnosis. Visit for more information or join our online community on Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn.
