Sri Lanka 7's squad...Radhika Hettiarachchi, Chanaka Chandimal, Mithun Chamil, Gayan Iddamalgoda, Fazly Mohamed, Rajitha Sansoni, Charith Seneviratne, Dilan Soysa, Lakith Perera, Prabath Jayalath and Milinda Jayasinghe, Saliya Handapangoda Gayan Ratnayake ,Ashen Karathelis, Dinusha Chaturanga, Ishan Noor, Lasintha De Costa, Reza Mubarak, Vishwa Mithra Jayasinghe, Dhanushka Perera and Srinath Sooriyabandara, Thusitha Somathilake, Pradeep Liyanage, Gayan Weeraratne, Saliya Kumara, Mohamed Sheriff, Sanjeewa Jayasinghe, Fazil Marija, Sajith Saranga, Roshan Weeraratne, Chamara Vithanage, Kasun De Silva, Dilip Selvam and Dharshana Ethipola, Nuwan Hettiarachchi, Niranjan Wickramaratne, Chula Susantha, Ravindra Pushpakumara, Kalana Amarasinghe, Romesh Archirige, Devinda Prasad (Isipathana), Mayura Sanjeewa (St. Josephs) Shenal Dias, Sandun Herath, Dhanushka Ranjan, Banuka Nanayakkara and Keith Gurusinghe (all from St Peters), Anurudhdha Wilwara, Shaveen Kapuwatte, Sudharshana Muthuthantri (S. Thomas’), Shehan Pathirana (Royal) Kanchana Ramanayake (Trinity) Chethiya Wadugodapitiya (Kingswood) Christopher Jordashe will be the manager of this squad whilst Inthi Marikka and George Simpkin share the coaching duties.

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Monday, November 29, 2010

Lanka power too much for the UAE

The young Lions clinched the shield segment for the year 2010 by convincingly beating a much fancied UAE team in the final by 31-19. Sri Lankan who were given a wakeup call by the rest of the international teams yesterday, came in to form during the second day of the tournament with some scintillating rugby. 
 
Srinath Sooriyabandara who was a corner stone for the Lankans this year proved to be a handful for the opponents scoring as many as 7 tries in the tournament. He was the highest individual scorer in the Lankan team and played a pivotal role in both attack and defence. He was always the man in support and gave in some of his customary nippy runs which simply bamboozled the opposition. Chanaka Chandimal who played at the fly half position too gave in some solid performances during both the Semi final and the final. 
 
Sajith Saranga who was off colour yesterday, kicked started his engine and came to work today putting on a splendid performance of power rugby. The big man hit the short gaps and came in support from depth and gave in some good covering tackles during the semi’s and the finals but unfortunately limped out of the field due to an injury in the final. 
 
The final match for the shield which kicked off started with none other than Srinath Sooriyabandara going over for a try near the stick to take an early lead in the game. The momentum in which the Lankans came in to the game was just what they needed having beaten Malaysia 31-7 in their Semi finals. UAE hit back immediately with a superb try under the post. The diminutive half back Dilan de Soyza then scored peach of a try to take the lead in the first half. It was a well worked try and Dilan who sucked in the defence went over to put the hosts ahead. Chanaka Chandimal then came to the party with a peach of a try. The Lankan fly half who took an inside pass who Vishwamithra Jayasinghe sprinted a good 60 meters to score under the post. Half time score – 24-07
 
Srinath ‘Podi’ Sooriyabandara then went over for another try near the uprights to increase the lead at the resumption. Srinath showed sheer pace and determination to cross the finishing line and stepped two defenders in the process.  
 
The lads from the UAE came out with some spirited rugby in the second half of the game stringing on some good phases but the Lankan fort held firm amidst the stormy waters for some time but could not stop Duncan Murray, who went over to score the second try for UAE. UAE who were attacking in most parts of the second half gave away a gift of a try to the young Anurudda Wilwara who sprinted to score the final try for the home team. It was Radhika Hettiarachchi whose quick hands enabled the centre to score the try and increase the lead. During the dying stages of the game the UAE side crossed over for a consolation try but the Lankans ended as the deserved winners of the Shield section.  A comprehensive win after going down to Kazakhstan in the quarter final stages, a brilliant performance and most of all, ‘A LANKANVICTORY’. 
 
Sri Lanka’s performance at the Carton rugby sevens 
 
7th Match – Sri Lanka vs. South African vipers – 33 to 19 for SA Vipers 
 
16th Match – New Zealand Legends vs. Sri Lanka - 52 to 5 to New Zealand Legends 
 
20th match – China vs. Sri Lanka – 26 to 19 for China 
 
27th Match – Kazakhstan vs. Sri Lanka 27 – 7 to Kazakhstan
 
34th Match  – Sri Lanka vs. Malaysia – 31 – 7 to Sri Lanka
 
Shield Final – Sri Lanka beat UAE 31-19 

Friday, November 26, 2010

Sri Lanka to Carlton

The Sri Lanka sevens team did relatively well to emerge 6th in the Asian Games 7’s tournament played last weekend in China.
 
The team arrived in Sri Lanka Wednesday morning and was checked direct in to the Cinnamon Grand where they will be staying until the conclusion of the Carlton 7’s tournament that will commence tomorrow. 
 
 
 Sri Lanka will be facing the New Zealand legends as well as the South African vipers. China also happens to be in their group.
 
 
The team will include just one change due to injury. The CR & FC power house Dhanushka Perera will make an appearance as he will replace the injured Charith Seneviretne. Dhanushka who is better known as ‘Gertha’ will be making his 1st appearance in the national side for this year after leaving the team at the beginning of the year. Gertha who is known for his powerful tackles and ruthless defense will be a huge asset to the side. Dhanushka was also the captain of the CR & FC sevens squad which won the Inter club sevens earlier this year.
 
The rest of the team remains the same squad that has been playing together for the last couple of seven tournaments doing relatively well at times and badly at others.  Skipper Radhika Hettiarachchi has led his side steadfastly well and the selectors have continued to show faith in his ability. The speedsters in the side Sajith Saranga, Vishvamithra Jayasinghe and young Anuruddha Wilwara have fared relatively well against stern opposition. Srinath Sooriyabanadara was the highest try scores of these latest outings while Saliya Handapangoda has contributed persistently.  The towering Shenal Dias has had a mixed couple of tours.  Bilal Hassen with a powerful showing at the recently concluded Mercantile 7s has dashed his way into the side.  

The Sri Lanka squad is mentioned below;
 
Radhika Hettiarchchi (Captain), Sajith Saranga, Vishvamithra Jayasinghe, Anuruddha Wilwara, Shenal Dias, Bilal Hassen, Mohamed Sheriff, Srinath Sooriyabandara, Chanaka Chandimal, Dilan De Soysa, Saliya Handapangoda and Dhanushka Perera.

Thursday, November 25, 2010

Tit bits from the Carlton Desk

Trophy

The much talked about Carlton 7s trophy is sponsored by the National Gem & Jewellery Industry.
Totally created by 4.75 kg of Silver, studded with 4820 pieces of Almandine Red Garnets (Sri Lankan gems) and a base made of Mahogany lined with Ebony this glittery masterpiece would truly be worth contending for.  

 Prize money
 
 25000 US$ winner
 15000 US$ runner up
  5000 US $ loosing semi finalists

Tickets 
 
Rs 400/- and Rs 200/- and will be available at venue during the tournament.  They can also be purchased at the CR & FC from 24th Nov 2010. Tournament committee has decided to price the tickets low in order that all fans will get the opportunity to witness these Rugby giants in action.  

Food & entertainment
 
A festive atmosphere has been created and in addition to the scintillating rugby, food and drink stalls will be in plenty with a wide range to choose from.  Non-stop entertainment will also be provided with a DJ in attendance the entire duration. Ample parking space has been allocated in the vicinity and the tournament organizers invite the rugby loving public to attend in shoals and lend support to put this event on the map and make it an annual feature. 

Carlton Sevens Participating Teams

With the biggest international rugby event Carlton sevens 2010 around the corner, ThePapare takes a closer look at the teams which will turn out for this rugby extravaganza.
 
Australian Legends 
 
Andrew Rossiter, Ilaitia Gavidi, Mathew Garland, Kyran Tanuvasa, Mitchell Wad, Ben Johnston, Robert Butcher, Thomas Lynch, Josateki Lalagavesi, Simione Sawene, Paul Donley, Christopher Roche (Manager), Wayne Hansen (coach),  Michael Rutter (physio)

Chinese Team
 
Hui Xu, Yang Li, Jiacheg Wang, Jialin Li, Guanjun Liu, Xuesen Chen, Jianhua Wang, Guoliang Yu, Shuo gu, Xiaolong Han, Pen Lv, Chao Liu, Zhiqiang Zhang (Manager), Fend Yuan(Coach), Xuming Jiang (Physio)

Digicel Fijian Barbarians 
 
Seremaia Nakala Burotu, Watison Votu, Sitiveni Waqa, Samuela Saqiwa, Risiate Vunidakua Tuberi, Ratu Emosi Vucago, Nikola Leka Matawalu, Mitieli Nacagilevu Namisi, Nasoni Rokobiau, Josaia Lotawa, Saimoni M Nuku, Josefa Bole, Salevukurukuru C Sorovaki (Manager), Iliesa Tanivula Samusamuvodre (coach), Karolina Unaisi Lala Doviverata (physio), Serupepeli Navuta Tuibau (Trainer) 

Japan
 
Taiki Watanabe, Michiro Takai, Kazuhiro Moriya, Shindo Kamaike, Shota Emi, Tetsuya Omine,Dai Ozawa, Kazushi Hano, Kazuki Yoshida, Kensuke Iwabuchi, So Kaku, Yasuhiro Iljima (Manager), Wataru Murata (coach), Shinichi Minamikawa (Physio)

Malaysia
 
Helbarth Jemlit, Jonathan V Tan, Danny Suzairie Mohamad, Nathanael Tan Aik Ming, Mohd Muizaddin Mohamed, Nik Safuan Ismade Nikman, Mohd Syahir Asraf Rosli, Nacani Seniu, Sovundakua Semi Seruvakula, Cyril Joe Ojihi, Badrul Musa Muktee, Neville Philip, Jude rampangjouw, (Manager)Mussolini Magele (coach), Poh Yan Yeoh (Physio)


United Arab Emirates

Andrew N Russell, Cyrus Homayoum, Hayden E Palmer, Duncan Alasdair Murray, Bayron S Kraemer, Khaled Helal, Mohannad Ahmad Shaker, Yousef Ahmad Shaker, Mohammad Ahmad Shaker, Mohammad Hassan Rahma, Mohammad Adel Al Sulaiman, Shane Thornton, Lee Johnson (physio), Saoud Balshalat (Manager) Hamdan M Suleiman, Mohammad Abd R Falaknaz, Faisal A Al Aziz Al Zarouny (officials)

Chinese Taipei 
 
Huan-min Chu, Cheng-hsien Chiang, Chia-hsien Chou, Ming-Che Chuang, Chia-Cheng Chen, Hao-ming Chen, Yao-tang liu, Chih-Hsian Pan, Jui-chi Wei, Wu-HSien Lo, Hsun Pan, Cheng-Wei Lee, Chen-Tai Lin(manager) Fu-jen Su (coach), Jung-Yu Su (physio) 

Germany
 
Falk Duwe, Marvin Dieckmann, Florian Wehrspan, Mark Sztyndera,  Sebastian Kobler, Pierre Mathurin, Jerome Ruhnau, bastina Himmer, Alexander Metz, Anjo Buckmann, Sean Amstrong, Steffen Liebig, Michael Schnellbach (manager), Mustafa Gungor (coach)Michael Brsken (physio)

Kazakhstan
 
Pichugin Dimitriy, Daulet Akymbekov, Akhmetzhan Baratov,  Sergey Konev, Timur Mashurov, Alexxandr Zakharov, Nikolay Zhuravley, Arman Mussulmankulov, Viktor Zolotukhin, Serik Zhanseitov, Denis Molochnyy, Grigoriy Ivanchenko, Robin Yule (coach) Sapargali Shalgimbavey (manager), Georgiy Skpin (doctor)

Korea
 
Chang Min Park, Chul Woong Kwak, Jin Ha Lim, Dae Hoon Lim, Oh Bong Kwon, Tae Il Yoon, Noh Young Park, Jin wook Lee, Min Soung Kang, Send Joung Oh, Min Seo Hwang, Si Won Choi, Pan Kil chung (Manager) Sam Young Jung(coach), Jung Gyun Cho(physio), Hong Sun Lee, Jae Yong Kim (officials) 



New Zealand Legends
 
Albertus J Mulder, Adrian P Curry, Scott B curry, Jack H Wilson, Taleta Tupuola, Kar Drew Brayson, Buxton Sasileutulava, Paul Francis Tietjens, George Tilsley, Lance T J McDonald, Mathew G Hodson, William B McGoon,  Paul Claridge (manager),Lyn Te Raiti Nikora(Coach), Annette Therese ‘ Connor (Physio)

Kenyan Shujaa
 
Sidney J C Ashioya, Seje Leo B S Owade, Lawrence B Esikumo, Edgar A Mbaya, Eden A Kochieng, Kevin Umbuge, Willian Ambaka Ndayara, Fabian O Ogutu, Michael W Matayo, Kennedy Isindu Kangaya, Collings Mulaa, Felix Ayange, Newton Rubbin Ongalo (Manager) John Mitchell Otieno (coach), Kennedy Ouko Mogire (physio)

Samoa Babarians
 
Maselino Paulino, Isamaeli Time, Michael Tavae, Sanele V Tuilagi, Paletuatoa Toelupe, Lole roman Tualaulelei, Fa’afoutovia Amate, Sani Niue, Lepupa taualagi, Alatasi Tupou, Rober Visesio Lilomaiava, Taupo Sefo (manager), Vaapu Vitale (coach) Milovai Moke (physio)

Spain 
 
Glen Rolls, Juan Cano, Pablo Feijoo, Adam Newton, Jaon Losada, Ignacio Martin Goenaga, Facundo Lavino, Pedro Rodriguez, Ryan Leroux, Pablo Alcalde, Pedro Martin, Carlos Blanco Smith, Jose Inchausti(manager), Fernando Diez(coach), Jaime De Benito (physio), 

Wednesday, November 24, 2010

Dismal Lankans finish at sixth

The Sri Lankan team led by veteran Radhika Hettiarachchi continued their dismal performance in the Asian games tournament going down to Taiwanand Malaysia in the 5th and 6th playoff later yesterday going down by 27 points to 7. 
 
It was a very disappointing effort by the Lankans after having led the game 7-5 at the half time whistle with new kid Anurudda Wilavara scoring the only try for the Lions. It was all Malaysia from there onwards. Radhika and the boys did not have a clue as to what was happening as the Malaysian team ran in 5 tries and also in the meantime not letting Sri Lanka score a single try. Malaysia who started playing the oval shaped game in 1921 was a changed unit scoring at will in the second half. 
 
Japan clinched the gold at the tournament beating their Asian rivals Hong Kong 28-21. The Asian powerhouse Japan cruised to an unassailable lead in the first half scoring 21 points to just 7 of Hong Kong. Hong Kong then gave in a sturdy fight during the later stages of the game but could not break the Japanese deadlock. 
 
During the playoff match the South Koreans beat a fighting Chinese side 21 points to 14 to clinch bronze. 

Front Runners for Carlton Sevens

With just days to go for Sri Lanka’s mega rugby event, the Carlton Sevens, we take a look at some of the front runners and favourites of the tournament. This two- day extravaganza will feature top teams around the world and the best of sevens rugby will be showcased at the Sugathadasa Stadium. 
 
New Zealand Legends 
 
The New Zealand legends are one of the top contenders for the Carlton sevens. Despite losing a few of their regulars they are expected to come out fighting.   The famous New Zealand Haka descending from the traditional Maori war dance and performed to the opposition before a match in order to intimidate, tells everything about New Zealand rugby.  The New Zealand legends who display an expanded variety of rugby will rely mostly on their continuous attacks to dismantle the opposition. These Kiwi’s grown up and nurtured on the field of rugby will do all in their power to live up to the legendary All-blacks reputation. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
South African Vipers 

The other front runners of the tournament are the South African Vipers. The Vipers having won the Singapore Rugby Sevens tournament for the third consecutive time, will be the inform team coming in to the tournament. The vipers who are a domestic development team of South Africa sevens gave in a giant killer of a performance in the Singapore tournament and is one of the emerging  giants of world sevens rugby. 
 
The Vipers possess some of the fastest men in their ranks and are deadly on the counter attack. They were also the runners up of the last years Carlton 7s. 
 
 
 
Australian Legends
 
 
The lads from down under who finished in 6th place in the last years Calton 7s will no doubt put shoulder to wheel and come out threatening and determined this time around.  The Aussie’s who have been a force to be reckoned with at the world stage will bring in their big boys to try and to carnage their way through. Aussies well-known for their brutal strength will use it to counter their opposition. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Samoa Barbarians 
 
The flamboyant Samoans who have a number of players who are a part of the team that became the  IRB world series title holders will be at full strength and ready to go against the rest of the giants. The country which has only a population of less than 200,000 have been a frightening force in the international rugby arena, both in sevens and also in rugby union. The big made lads thrive on open play and can create a gap at any given time with the minimal effort.  Grouped with Asian giants Japan, Samoa will have to use their immense size and strength to bulldoze their way to the top. 

Kenya Shujaa 
 
Shujaa which means Warrior in Swahili and that it epitomizes the Kenyan team.  Roaring to the top of World Sevens ranks, Kenya will look to use their army of sprinters with lightening pace and quick-stepping dexterity to flummox the opposition. Coming from a country that naturally produces the fastest and fittest of Athletes, the Kenya Shujaa has no shortage of complete sevens- caliber men.

Featuring many national players, these panther-like men, having beaten the much esteemed all-blacks thrice in the last few years, have become the toast  of sevens rugby in the world.  According to the experienced Carlton Sevens Tournament Director George Simpkin, the Kenyan Shujaa is tipped to steal the very expensive trophy.


 
 
 
Digicel Fiji Barbarians
 
Last year’s Carlton cup winners Fiji will have some known names in the sevens arena in their lineup. The scrum half position will be taken up by nippy Vucaqa and the center position will be played by Osea Kolonisau who was devastating last year with his power runs and aggressive defence.  Sadly, Last year’s highest try scorer William Ryder is one of the missing names in the squad. Ryder turned on the heat at the Sugathadasa Stadium last year scoring 15 tries and 4 conversions giving him a full tally of 83 points. 

Tuesday, November 23, 2010

Carlton Sevens Sri Lanka – 2010

We are just a week away from the biggest rugby action to hit the country. Below listed are the participating teams and pools and schedules for both days. All the groups are considered to be tough and picking the group leader after day one will be a daunting task for the tournament followers.
 
Participating teams and pools
No
POOL – A
POOL – B
POOL – C
POOL - D
1
DIGICEL FIJI BARBARIANS
KENYA SHAJUU
SAMOA BARBARIANS
NEW ZEALAND LEGENDS
2
SPAIN
AUSTRALIA LEGENDS
JAPAN
SOUTH AFRICA VIPERS
3
KOREA
GERMANY
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
CHINA
4
MALAYSIA
CHINESE TAIPEI
KAZAKHSTAN
SRI LANKA

SATURDAY 27TH NOVEMBER – POOL PLAY SCHEDULE
GAME NO
TEAM 1
VS
TEAM 2
POOL
START TIME
END TIME
1
SPAIN
VS
MALAYSIA
A
9.30 AM

2
DIGICEL FIJI BARBARIANS
VS
KOREA
A
9.50 AM

3
AUSTRALIA LEGENDS
VS
CHINESE TAIPEI
B
10.10 AM

4
SHAJUU KENYA
VS
GERMANY
B
10.30 AM

5
JAPAN
VS
KAZAKHSTAN
C
10.50 AM

6
SAMOA BARBARIANS
VS
U.A.E
C
11.10 AM

7
SOUTH AFRICA VIPERS
VS
SRI LANKA
D
11.30 AM

8
NEW ZEALAND LEGENDS
VS
CHINA
D
11.50 AM

9
SPAIN
VS
KOREA
A
12.10 PM

10
DIGICEL FIJI BARBARIANS
VS
MALAYSIA
A
12.30 PM

11
AUSTRALIA LEGENDS
VS
GERMANY
B
12.50 PM

12
SHAJUU KENYA
VS
CHINESE TAIPEI
B
1.10 PM

13
JAPAN
VS
U.A.E
C
1.30 PM

14
SAMOA BARBARIANS
VS
KAZAKHSTAN
C
1.50 PM

15
SOUTH AFRICA VIPERS
VS
CHINA
D
2.10 PM

16
NEW ZEALND LEGENDS
VS
SRI LANKA
D
2.30 PM

17
KOREA
VS
MALAYSIA
A
2.50

                           MINI RUGBY 40 MINUTES                                                       
3.10 PM
3.50 PM
18
GERMANY
VS
CHINESE TAIPEI
B
3.50 PM

19
U.A.E
VS
KAZAKHSTAN
C
4.10 PM

20
CHINA
VS
SRI LANKA
D
4.30 PM

21
DIGICEL FIJI BARBARIANS
VS
SPAIN
A
4.50

22
SHAJUU KENYA
VS
AUSTRALIA LEGENDS
B
5.10 PM

23
SAMOA BARBARIANS
VS
JAPAN
C
5.30 PM

24
NEW ZEALAND LEGENDS
VS
SOUTH AFRICA VIPERS
D
5.50 PM


The points will be awarded as follows
Win – 3, Draw – 2, Loss – 1, No show – 0
POOL- A
TEAM
DIGICEL FIJI BARBARIANS
SPAIN
KOREA
MALAYSIA
DIGICEL FIJI BARBARIANS




SPAIN




KOREA




MALAYSIA





1ST PLACE

2ND PLACE

3RD PLACE

4TH PLACE


POOL - B
TEAM
SHAJUU KENYA
AUSTRALIA LEGENDS
GERMANY
CHINESE TAIPEI
SHAJUU KENYA




AUSTRALIA LEGENDS




GERMANY




CHINESE TAIPEI





1ST PLACE

2ND PLACE

3RD PLACE

4TH PLACE


POOL - C
TEAM
SAMOA BARBARIANS
JAPAN
U.A.E
KAZAKHSTAN
SAMOA BARBARIANS




JAPAN




U.A.E




KAZAKHSTAN





1ST PLACE

2ND PLACE

3RD PLACE

4TH PLACE


POOL – D
TEAM
NEW ZEALAND LEGENDS
SOUTH AFRICA VIPERS
CHINA
SRI LANKA
NEW ZEALAND LEGENDS




SOUTH AFRICA VIPERS




CHINA




SRI LANKA





1ST PLACE

2ND PLACE

3RD PLACE

4TH PLACE


SUNDAY 28TH NOVEMBER – POST POOL PLAY
GAME NO:
COMPETITION
MATCH
STARTING TIME
END TIME
25
Bowl/Shield
3rd pool A
V
4th pool B
10.15 am

26
Bowl/Shield
3rd pool D
V
4th pool C
10.35 am

27
Bowl/Shield
3rd pool C
V
4th pool D
10.55 am

28
Bowl/Shield
3rd pool B
V
4th pool A
11.15 am

29
Cup/Plate
1st pool A
V
2nd pool B
11.35 am

30
Cup/Plate
1st pool D
V
2nd pool C
11.55 am

31
Cup/Plate
1st pool C
V
2nd pool D
12.15 pm

32
Cup/Plate
1st pool B
V
2nd pool A
12.35 pm


Parade
12.55 pm
1.40 pm
33
Shield semi finals
Loser of 25
V
Loser of 26
1.40 pm

34
Shield semi finals
Loser of 27
V
Loser of 28
2.00 pm

35
Bowl semi finals
Winner of 25
V
Winner of 26
2.20 pm

36
Bowl semi finals
Winner of 27
V
Winner of 28
2.40 pm

37
Plate semi finals
Loser of 29
V
Loser of 30
3.00 pm

38
Plate semi finals
Loser of 31
V
Loser of 32
3.20 pm

39
Cup semi finals
Winner of 29
V
Winner of 30
3.40 pm

40
Cup semi finals
Winner of 31
V
Winner of 32
4.00 pm


MINI RUGBY
4.20 pm
4.50 pm
41
Shield finals
Winner of 33
V
Winner of 34
4.50 pm

42
Bowl finals
Winner of 35
V
Winner of 36
5.15 pm

43
Plate finals
Winner of 37
V
Winner of 38
5.40 pm

44
Cup finals
Winner of 39
V
Winner of 40
6.05 pm