It has come a little bit earlier than expected this year. And with very little trash talk from the Fourths.com (surprisingly). Perhaps their egos are a bit bruised after last year’s game where Shebeen pushed the Fourths.com for the duration, eventually going down in a nailbiting 10-7 ballgame. I do not think I was the only one that noted the huge relief on the oppositions’ faces when that final whistle went…

So, it has fallen on us this year to host this derby game on The Green Mile, and it is going to be epic…

The Tale of the Tape

Last year, the Fourths were adamant that their bulkier forward unit were going to flatten our smaller, more mobile pack. Although they enjoyed unrivalled lineout ball (Thanks in no part to Shebeen treasurer and 18 foot monster jumper, Wazza), the Shebeen scrum and open play held its own and at times dominated the over- confident Village outfit. This year should be much the same, with a few well drafted additions strengthening the Shebeen forwards considerably. It should be a long day for the Fourths forwards.

For the backs, the opposition were convinced the Shebeen lineup were a one trick horse, with Chunderboy Rood being the only player on their radar. So it came as a surprise when Devon showed every one of them a clean pair of heels time and again. This year Shebeen have a backline that should make our rivals more than a little nervous. In any event, we now boast an International and I doubt any of them have played against a mythical creature before…

Starting Lineup

1 Dieter

2 Kyle

3 Trevor

4 Chabal

5 Jarrod

6 Siv

7 Vann

8 Karl

9 Smeagol

10 Chunderboy (C)

11 Vinnie

12 The Ogre

13 Dev

14 Ruxton

15 Bradshaw

All others are on the bench, and what a bench it is!

So boys and girls, it is time to get prepped for a huge game on our calendar. Having started the year out very well with a solid win on the cricket field, let’s make it a clean sweep of victories over The Fourths.com for 2010… Let’s add Saturday’s title our trophy cabinet…

Players must meet at The Shebeen at 12:40 0n Saturday. Please do not be late! Supporters should go straight to the B field but make sure players go to The Shebeen first

See you all there!

SHEBEEN

Unfortunately we have had to postpone the Golf this weekend as too many people have prior commitments.

We will look at a new date ASAP and get the ball rolling!

Call me if you feel like drinking. I am keen!

SHEBEEN!

A white black comedy… about blacks who think like whites… told by a black guy… who sounds white!

Actor Sivuyile ‘Siv’ Ngesi is a new generation black guy: he grew up in the suburbs, dates white women, can swim, dogs DO like him…and he didn’t vote for Zuma!

Brought to you by the knuckle-head who brought you ‘Defending the Laid Man’, ‘Politically Incorrect’ & ‘Laugh”. Co-written, produced & directed by David Newton.

“A brilliant new comedy… made me proud to be South African”- G’town Fest review 2009

** TICKETS R65. SHOWS ON SUNDAYS & MONDAYS ONLY!! **

Late entries at the venue:
V & A Waterfront, The Look Out (white marquee)
Friday 19 March: 13:00 – 18:00
Saturday 20 March: 11:00 – 15:00
Sunday 21 March: 06:30 – 08:30

Start Times
5 Miles: 09:00
1 Mile: 09:10
3 Miles: 09:30

Cost:
R41

It is that time of the year again where we all gather to make very important decisions for our club. No, these do not include “Do I go to The Mowbray or Steers directly after a wednesday night game?” (although that is very important too)

Not only do we need to vote on a new committee, we basically need to decide how our club is going to run and be run for the next year. However, the catch is that we need your input and your vote, else we have no idea how you want the club to run…

So, be there to have your say and add your two cents!

The AGM will take place THIS COMING SUNDAY- Sunday March 7th.

It will take place AT 10 AM- Yes, am is morning time PRACTICE (after 5pm)

It will take place at THE MOWBRAY- Our headquarters Lutz- Our practice fields

Gents, this is very important, so make sure you clear the morning (ok, not the whole morning, but some of it at least) get to practice so that we can sort all of this out and get on with having a fantastic 2010!

See you there

Signed Bushmills Irish Rugby ball by Keith Wood

Email gary@shebeenboys.co.za to secure a ticket

Come have you say

Theme: Halloween
When: Saturday, October 31, 2009 at 7:00pm – 01h00
Meeting spot: The Mowbray Bowling Club, Chapel Rd
Stops: Peddlars, Red Herring, Brass Bell
Price: TBA

There only 60 tickets – first pay first come

Reserve your ticket by emailing events (click on it)

- 19h00 for 19h30
- R150 if you a lone ranger, R200 if you bring a partner
- Wine supplied, otherwise R5 for a drink (single shot of spirits, if you want more, you pay more)
- The menu is a butternut soup and roast leg of lamb. If you or your partner are vegetarian, let us know ASAP
- It’s on the 3rd October at the UCT tennis club
- Dress is semi-formal (ties) with a touch of Shebeen
- Buy tickets by EFT’ing cash into the following bank account:

Shebeen Social Sports Club
Account Number: 62158938707
Bank and Branch code: FNB Rondebosch 201509
Type: Cheque account
Ref: Supper <your name>

Email proof of payment to me (gary@shebeenboys.co.za) and Richi (r.connear@gmail.com)