Latest news with #JeremyWard
RNZ News
25-05-2025
- Sport
- RNZ News
Super Rugby Pacific: Five takeaways from Moana Pasifika's loss to Chiefs
Wallace Sititi of the Chiefs. Photo: Jeremy Ward/Photosport There was one thing both Fa'alogo Tana Umaga and Ardie Savea agreed on about the Chiefs on Saturday night. Following the 85-7 thrashing at FMG Stadium in Hamilton in front of 17,666 fans, the Moana Pasifika head boys both stated that they, Moana Pasifika, still need to grow. To grow from what they are to a championship side that the Chiefs showed they are. Both agreed their host were ruthless, precise and too clinical across the field, and denied Moana Pasifika any real chance to get any momentum going. In the end, the two conceded their players were hurting and the team will need to figure out what went wrong and return better prepared for their last competition game against the Hurricanes in the new week. So what went wrong? Umaga said they just didn't get the chance to fire their own shots against the Chiefs. Well, they did get a few - one resulted in a try by Savea after the second half started. Two or three others, slim chances, were lost in the procession of trying to organise themselves, either through turnovers or knock-ons. Oh, yes there were two yellow cards that went against them - which proved critical because in the process of being down one man at each part of the game when Patrick Pellegrini then Samuel Slade got sent off to cool off for 10 minutes on the sideline, the Chiefs raked up around 20 points. Many may ask, did the hard fought win over the Blues the weekend before took its toll on the players? Were the players mentally tuned on for the Chiefs game? That is something Umaga and his coaching and leadership team will need to review, moving forward. And in the process, also take note of the five learning from the weekend. In rugby, having the possession, the ball, in hand is a prerequisite of having the chance to chance to make play and something happen. The Chiefs knew that and their focus, as their head coach Clayton McMillan said, was to deny Moana Pasifika any chance of getting into a roll. Moana Pasifika had about 20 percent of possession, the Chiefs enjoyed around 80 percent, the result in the end telling the story. Knowing that Moana Pasifika had a mobile pack that could do damage if they started rolling and had the momentum they needed, Chiefs captain Luke Jacobson rallied his own pack to win the collisions, secure the set-pieces and defended like demon possessed. Jacobson said that was the message they were given. Umaga conceded the Chiefs were just ruthless and clinical across the field. It proved to be the difference in the end. Savea conceded his side just could not respond to the pressure they were under. He said they tried everything they could think off but the Chiefs were just too good. It is an area Savea pointed to as a key issue they would need to work on in the new week as they prepare for their must win game against the Hurricanes, if they are to secure a top six finish. If there is something Moana Pasifika will focus on this coming week, it is turning the lessons they have learned into positives. Savea said the players were down in spirit but he urged them to stay focused on the next job and turn those negatives into positives. It will be a tough challenge, especially coming off a big loss and heading to Sky Stadium to meet the Hurricanes. But Umaga believes his men can do that and lift their performance one more time. The Chiefs, according to Umaga, have shown that they are on a different level at the moment, heading into the play-offs. They have raised the par one more time and showed, not only Moana Pasifika, that they are a serious challenger for the top title. Moana Pasifika will need to lift themselves to that standard. A new week of preparation. One more game to go. Making sure the lessons are learned and put into practise will be a key to improve performance in last and final round of the regular competition games.
RNZ News
25-04-2025
- Sport
- RNZ News
Super Rugby Pacific: Chiefs dominate Force 56-22
Cortez Ratima of the Gallagher Chiefs on the run during Chiefs v Force, Super Rugby Pacific at Blake Park, Mount Maunganui. Photo: Jeremy Ward / Photosport Catch up on the action with RNZ's live blog: Chiefs: 1. Aidan Ross, 2. Samisoni Taukei'aho, 3. George Dyer, 4. Josh Lord, 5. Tupou Vaa'i, 6. Samipeni Finau, 7. Kaylum Boshier, 8. Luke Jacobson (C), 9. Cortez Ratima, 10. Josh Jacomb, 11. Daniel Rona, 12. Quinn Tupaea, 13. Anton Lienert-Brown, 14. Emoni Narawa, 15. Shaun Stevenson Bench: 16. Brodie McAlister, 17. Ollie Norris, 18. Reuben O'Neill, 19. Naitoa Ah Kuoi, 20. Simon Parker, 21. Wallace Sititi, 22. Te Toiroa Tahuriorangi, 23. Kaleb Trask Western Force: 1. Ryan Coxon, 2. Nic Dolly, 3. Tom Robertson, 4. Jeremy Williams (c), 5. Darcy Swain, 6. Will Harris, 7. Carlo Tizzano, 8. Nick Champion de Crespigny, 9. Henry Robertson, 10. Ben Donaldson, 11. Bayley Kuenzle, 12. Hamish Stewart, 13. Sio Tomkinson, 14. Harry Potter, 15. Mac Grealy Bench: 16. Tom Horton, 17. Atu Moli, 18. Josh Smith, 19. Sam Carter, 20. Reed Prinsep, 21. Doug Philipson, 22. Max Burey, 23. George Poolman
RNZ News
25-04-2025
- Sport
- RNZ News
Super Rugby Pacific live updates: Chiefs v Force
Leroy Carter. Photo: Jeremy Ward/Photosport The top of the table Chiefs are aiming to stay there with a win tonight over the Force, but it won't be as easy as we've become accustomed to. The Western Australians have been bolstered by new players this season and are sitting fifth, kick-off is at 7:05pm NZT. Follow all the action with RNZ's live blog: Chiefs: 1. Aidan Ross, 2. Samisoni Taukei'aho, 3. George Dyer, 4. Josh Lord, 5. Tupou Vaa'i, 6. Samipeni Finau, 7. Kaylum Boshier, 8. Luke Jacobson (C), 9. Cortez Ratima, 10. Josh Jacomb, 11. Daniel Rona, 12. Quinn Tupaea, 13. Anton Lienert-Brown, 14. Emoni Narawa, 15. Shaun Stevenson Bench: 16. Brodie McAlister, 17. Ollie Norris, 18. Reuben O'Neill, 19. Naitoa Ah Kuoi, 20. Simon Parker, 21. Wallace Sititi, 22. Te Toiroa Tahuriorangi, 23. Kaleb Trask Western Force: 1. Ryan Coxon, 2. Nic Dolly, 3. Tom Robertson, 4. Jeremy Williams (c), 5. Darcy Swain, 6. Will Harris, 7. Carlo Tizzano, 8. Nick Champion de Crespigny, 9. Henry Robertson, 10. Ben Donaldson, 11. Bayley Kuenzle, 12. Hamish Stewart, 13. Sio Tomkinson, 14. Harry Potter, 15. Mac Grealy Bench: 16. Tom Horton, 17. Atu Moli, 18. Josh Smith, 19. Sam Carter, 20. Reed Prinsep, 21. Doug Philipson, 22. Max Burey, 23. George Poolman
Cision Canada
24-04-2025
- General
- Cision Canada
The Canadian Canoe Museum launches new 'Builders in Residence' Program, welcoming canoe and kayak builders from across Canada
Inspiring new initiative brings expert canoe and kayak builders and makers to the Museum to celebrate craft, culture, and connection PETERBOROUGH, ON, April 24, 2025 /CNW/ - The Canadian Canoe Museum is proud to announce its Builders in Residence Program: a new initiative inviting contemporary builders from across the country to carry out a canoe or kayak build at the Museum. Through demonstrations, clinics, and storytelling, this program offers visitors near and far a rare opportunity to watch a canoe or kayak take shape before their eyes and to meet the experts who make them. The Canadian Canoe Museum opened the doors of its new location in May 2024 along the shores of Little Lake in Peterborough, Ontario. The Museum has seen incredible success since its reopening, welcoming more than 50,000 visitors in less than a year. Visitors from across Canada and beyond have connected with the Museum's watercraft collection, the largest of its kind in the world, through interactive exhibits, outdoor adventures, and unique experiential programming, filling the Museum and its campus with vibrant activity like never before. The programming offered by the Museum weaves together the watercraft collection, which has been recognized as a cultural asset of national significance, with educational initiatives, national outreach, and meaningful work with Indigenous Peoples and people of all backgrounds. The Museum's Builders in Residence Program is one of the many offerings that the Museum is proud to launch. "We are so excited to offer visitors yet another valuable way to connect with the collection and canoe and kayak builders, ensuring these traditions and skills remain vibrant," said Carolyn Hyslop, Executive Director of The Canadian Canoe Museum. "The Builders in Residence Program builds on our commitment to foster collaborative relationships with Indigenous Peoples, amplify diverse and contemporary voices, and create new opportunities for these remarkable people to share and be recognized for their skills and knowledge." In 2025, the Builders in Residence Program will bring four exceptional builders and makers to the Museum's Dalglish Family Living Traditions Centre. Each will bring a unique perspective to their methods—drawing from intergenerational knowledge and accomplished careers. "The Builders in Residence Program is a natural extension of the strong relationships we've built with canoe and kayak builders across the country," said Jeremy Ward, Curator at The Canadian Canoe Museum. "It offers a powerful way to honour the cultural histories and technical achievements held within the collection by bringing them to life through hands-on learning and storytelling." The Museum will also produce a series of mini-documentaries highlighting each builder's process, stories, and approach to their work. These videos will be shared online, allowing enthusiasts worldwide to learn and be inspired by the builders and makers featured in the program. 2025 Builders in Residence line-up: May – Headwaters Canoes (Wakefield, QC) Jamie Bartle of Headwaters Canoes will demonstrate the building of a wood and canvas canoe and provide clinics on the techniques of key construction stages. The completed canoe will be used in the Museum's on-water program fleet. June – Pinock (Kitigan Zibi First Nation, QC) Pinock will construct an Algonquin-style birch bark canoe and assist with the development of a school program related to Algonquin bark canoe construction. July – Helen Pelletier (Fort William First Nation, ON) Artist Helen Pelletier will teach and demonstrate the art of birch bark basket-making, etching, and moccasin-making. October – Qajakkut Society (Iqaluit, NU) Senior members of the Qajakkut Society will build south Baffin-style qajaak (two kayaks) and share their knowledge and paddling skills through lessons and programs. These qajaak will also be used in the Museum's on-water program fleet. The Qajakkut Society's residency is proudly supported by the Dalglish Family Foundation. "Canadians can be proud of their country's rich history of canoe building. Our family is delighted to support the Qajakkut Society as they bring these traditions to life. Their watercraft tell a story and help us understand where we come from and what their use means to our great nation," said Geordie Dalglish, Dalglish Family Foundation. The Dalglish Family Foundation is a transformational supporter of the new museum's ' Inspiring Canada by Canoe ' capital campaign. This Foundation is once again stepping forward to support this signature program. The Canadian Canoe Museum is grateful to the Dalglish Family Foundation for their ongoing support. To see our image library or to find more information on the Builders in Residence Program, visit About the Canadian Canoe Museum ( Located on the Traditional Territory of the Williams Treaties First Nations in Peterborough, Ontario, The Canadian Canoe Museum is home to the world's largest and most significant collection of canoes, kayaks, and paddled watercraft. For over 25 years, the Museum has stewarded more than 650 watercraft, sharing the stories behind this extraordinary collection. Now housed in a stunning new facility along the water's edge at 2077 Ashburnham Drive, Peterborough, the Museum offers immersive indoor and outdoor experiences that connect visitors to the land, water, and one another, all through the unique lens of the canoe. Recognized internationally, the Museum has been named one of National Geographic 's Best of the World 2024 cultural destinations and featured alongside its neighbouring attractions on the Trent-Severn Waterway in the New York Times ' "52 Places to Go in 2025".
