Spectacular start prompts ticket sales surge


AUCKLAND, 10 Sept. - Tournament organisers today announced that the giant Webb Ellis Cup which featured in last night’s Opening Ceremony for the seventh Rugby World Cup would be gifted to Christchurch.

The Cup featured in the closing stages of the ceremony and formed the backdrop to the official speeches by the Prime Minister the Rt Hon John Key and International Rugby Board Chairman Bernard Lapasset.

“We are pleased to be able to announce that the giant steel Cup will find a home in the city which was to play such a pivotal role in the Tournament before the tragic earthquake of February 22,” said Therese Walsh, Chief Operating Officer for Rugby New Zealand 2011 (RNZ 2011).More: http://www.rugbyworldcup.com/destinationnewzealand/news/newsid=2049537.html#spectacular+start+prompts+ticket+sales+surge

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Madalin Viad Lemnaru of Romania is tackled during the IRB 2011 Rugby World Cup Pool B match between Scotland and Romania at Rugby Park Stadium on September 10, 2011 in Invercargill, New Zealand. (Photo by Teaukura Moetaua/Getty Images)

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Lock Heinz Koll (C) of Namibia celebrates with his captain Jacques Burger (R) after scoring a try during the IRB 2011 Rugby World Cup Pool D match between Fiji and Namibia at Rotorua International Stadium on September 10, 2011 in Rotorua, New Zealand. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

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Rugby World Cup 2011: Day 2 round-up
Day two of this year’s Rugby World Cup saw four matches getting underway across New Zealand’s stadiums.

In Pool B, England faced Argentina, while Scotland faced Romania.

Fiji also faced Pool D opponents Namibia, while Japan almost caused an upset when they faced Pool A rivals France.

At the Rotorua International Stadium, Fiji winger Vereniki Goneva scored four tries for his side to help them with a convincing 49 – 25 win over Namibia.More: http://insideireland.ie/2011/09/10/rugby-world-cup-2011-day-2-round-up-34159/

I watched the match today here in Aus., pretty disappointing I thought Argentina will win

ano ranking ng volcanoes?

agawang buko sa atin ang rugby diba? larong lahi natin to kasama na ang buong mundo:lol:

Gr8 thread mate :cheers:

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^^thanks mate :)

Welcome to SSC Philippines! :cheers:

ano ranking ng volcanoes?

Wala pa yata sila sa ranking. I checked the IRB World Rankings. Although nasa Division 1 na sila.

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US players commemorate 9/11 at Rugby World Cup
NEW PLYMOUTH, New Zealand (AP) — Eight hours before their opening Rugby World Cup match against Ireland on Sunday, the U.S. Eagles attended a memorial service to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terror attacks.

Eddie O'Sullivan's 30-man squad and support staff filed into New Plymouth's St. Andrew's Presbyterian church as a group shortly before the service began, joining local residents, American rugby fans, local politicians and the U.S. Marine Corps Pacific band.

David Huebner, the U.S. Ambassador to New Zealand, sat alongside the players near the front of the church on the west coast of New Zealand's North Island. More: http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5gXyYvIY5RxUv-BY_cloDCyGGJytQ?docId=f62afe0523e743168545f5c181b9e7d0

Latest Fixtures:

Ireland vs. USA (ongoing)
Scores: Ireland - 22: USA - 3

Time: 77:50

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Ireland Won 22 against the United States 3...

Late Phil Mackenzie try helps Canada overcome Tonga in Rugby World Cup
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A late try from wing Phil Mackenzie saw Canada open their Pool A campaign with a win in a see-saw tussle against Tonga in Whangarei.

The Canucks had taken a 10-0 lead thanks to a try from lock Jebb Sinclair and a conversion and penalty from James Pritchard, but Tonga hit back with two tries from centre Siale Piutau and 10 points from the boot of Kurt Morath to lead 20-13.

Canada, however, kept their composure and scores from No8 Aaron Carpenter and Esher wing Mackenzie sealed the win, ensuring they remain unbeaten against Tonga in three World Cup finals meetings and effectively eliminating the South Sea Islanders from the tournament.More: http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2011/sep/14/canada-beat-tonga-world-cup

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I watched the game between Ireland and Australia last Saturday. Man oh man, the Irish delivered the biggest upset so far in RWC 2011.

Philippines Fight Hard to Defeat Two Top Asian Nations in Day 1 of Asian 7s Championships
The Philippine Volcanoes came out of the first day of the second leg of the Asian 7s Series in Borneo with two wins and one loss.

Game 1 - Japan

The day started with the Volcanoes taking on the number one Asian Rugby Nation, Japan. The Volcanoes began the game with strongman Chris Hitch breaking through the Japanese defense and running 70 meters to start the day for the Volcanoes on a positive note. Japan then capitalized on some simple errors by the Philippines in their own half and quickly scored three consecutive tries. Vice Captain, Oliver Saunders then replied with a strong try to keep the Philippines alive at halftime, with Japan leading 17 - 12. Japan showed why they are ranked number one in Asia in the second half as they scored three more tries while the Philippines though Harry Morris managed only one try. The Volcanoes did not play to their potential and all agreed a better effort would be needed in the upcoming games to ensure a top four placing at the championships. Justin Coveney "The Flying Jeepney" was awarded the Volcanoes MVP for the first game. More: http://www.prfu.com/1/post/2011/09/philippines-fight-hard-to-defeat-two-top-asian-nations-in-day-1-of-asian-7s-championships.html

^^Philippine Volcanoes will face China in the semi-finals today slated @ 1:24 pm.

Philippines advances into finals with Japan today at 4:40 pm.

The Volcanoes have beaten China 19-14 in the semi-finals.

Cheers!

The Philippine Volcanoes

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Go! Team Philippines... sana mag Champion para sumaya naman tayo ng konti.. 4th place lang sa Fiba Asia :ohno:

^^tinalo sila ng Japan 46-0..nakasilver naman tayo :okay:

^^ yes, ok na yan.. sana mapansin sila pag uwi ng Pinas baka matulad naman sa Dragonboat team dati...

This is a great news. We conquered football and now rugby, and ended up with a good finish. Mabuhay Pilipinas!

PHL Volcanoes brush past rugby favorites, win silver at Asian 7s Series
While a lot of Filipinos tuned in to Gilas’ performance in FIBA Asia, another Philippine team was beating the odds and making history in Borneo.

The Philippine Volcanoes, despite being one of the lower ranked teams, clinched the silver medal in the 2011 Asian Men’s Rugby 7s Championships held in Kota Kinabalu on September 24 to 25.

Ranked seventh in Asia, the Philippines beat Kazakhstan, United Arab Emirates, Malaysia and China en route to competing in their first ever Cup finals.

With the win, the team booked one of the few spots to the Hong Kong 7s to be held in March 2012.

The team needed to be in the top six to enter the Hong Kong 7s, the biggest of the nine events of the International Rugby Board. Unlike the other IRB Sevens tournaments that invite 16 nations, the Hong Kong 7s have 24 of the best rugby teams in the world, with the winner emerging after three days of competition. More: http://www.gmanews.tv/story/233416/sports/phl-volcanoes-brush-past-rugby-favorites-win-silver-at-asian-7s-series

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^^tinalo sila ng Japan 46-0..nakasilver naman tayo :okay:

^^ yes, ok na yan.. sana mapansin sila pag uwi ng Pinas baka matulad naman sa Dragonboat team dati...

This is a great news. We conquered football and now rugby, and ended up with a good finish. Mabuhay Pilipinas!

PH Volcanoes are getting media attention now. When they arrived in the airport, they were greeted by hordes of media men unlike few years ago, very few people knew about the Philippines' National Rugby Team. Great for PH to get the Silver.

Will PH ranking improve after this tournament? From 7th in Asia.

I just hope that their game in Borneo will be shown on TV.


PHL Volcanoes brush past rugby favorites, win silver at Asian 7s Series
More: http://www.gmanews.tv/story/233416/sports/phl-volcanoes-brush-past-rugby-favorites-win-silver-at-asian-7s-series

Cheers!

PHL Volcanoes brush past rugby favorites, win silver at Asian 7s Series
More: http://www.gmanews.tv/story/233416/sports/phl-volcanoes-brush-past-rugby-favorites-win-silver-at-asian-7s-series

^^
Congrats! :cheers:

Silver is good! We need to diversify our sports. Not just football and basketball!

England, France, Ireland, Wales, Argentina, New Zealand, South Africa or Australia?

So, who's in the best shape to win the World Cup?
It's crunch time for eight teams hoping to win the Rugby World Cup and with just days to go until the quarter-finals some teams are shaping up better than others.

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Looking forward to their performance at the Hong Kong 7s.

It's France versus New Zealand in Rugby World Cup finals :cheers:

^^ Indeed !
Congrats to the Kiwis for their semi-final !! :cheers:





Ready for the expected 'big crunch' (All Blacks vs Le XV de France) in the final ?? :D


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VIVE LA FRANCE !!!

ALLEZ LES BLEUS !!!

AUX ARMES !!!

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^^Good luck France :cheers:

Congrats New Zealand! I've watched the finals yesterday.

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Thanks to Business Mirror for this feature on the Philippine Volcanoes. Grab a copy now!!!

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^^ Thanks, will surely buy one.

Support the Junior Volcanoes at the Asian Rugby Junior Championships! Dec 14 & 17 at Rizal Stadium. Admission is FREE!!!

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PRFU are happy to announce that the Philippines have won the bid to host the Asian 5 Nations Div 1 Championships in Manila on April 15, 18 & 21, 2012. Mark your calendars!!!

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^^wow, thanks for the updates! :cheers:

Thailand 7s Update: Philippines defeats UAE 24 - 17. Go Volcanoes!!!

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Thailand 7s update: Philippines defeats Laos 19 - 5. Good job, Volcanoes!

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Are you in Hong Kong? The Phl Volcanoes are training at Shek Kip Mei on Wed 3pm & Tai Hang Tong on Thurs 11am

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24 Captains at Pre-Sevens Press Conference
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As tradition, 24 captains get together at the official hotel before the event starts this Friday

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Happy Birthday to PhlVolcano @oliverjsaunders!

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HK 7s Philippines vs Canada 4:22pm today! We'll be tweeting the scores & results. Stay tuned. Thanks for your support! #PhlVolcanoes

2 quick tries by Canada at the end of full time Canada 33 - 5 Phlippines. Good effort Volcanoes!!!

Phl vs Spain at 9:52am and vs Zimbabwe at 3:00pm tomorrow. Stay strong Philippines!

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^^Thanks to Justin Coveney aka "Flying Jeepney" for that awesome lone try. Hope they could bounce back tomorrow against Spain and Zimbabwe :cheers:

Philippine Volcanoes show potential despite loss
MANILA, Philippines - The men’s Philippine rugby team made their debut at the premier Sevens Rugby tournament in the world, the Hong Kong Sevens, falling to 2011 Hong Kong Sevens Bowl Champion Canada 35 – 5 on Friday, March 23. Read more (http://start.rappler.com/sports/2942-philippine-volcanoes-show-potential-despite-loss#.T2xZsd2ov_E.twitter)

Fans at the Hongkong Sevens tourney

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The Philippines will host the Asian 5 Nations tournament from April 15-21 at Rizal Memorial Football Stadium :applause::applause::applause:

Ongoing: Spain 14, Philippines 5. Second half action continues....

Final score: 21-5, Spain won.

saan may livestream?

http://mytv.tvb.com/

Halftime: Philippines 12, Zimbabwe 0

Fulltime: Philippines 17, Zimbabwe 21 :cheers:

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sayang, ok lang! good job volcanoes!

3 loses, out na ba sila?
how about the game happening in rizal stadium next month? is it another tournament?

^^Yes

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sayang, ok lang! good job volcanoes!

Mas advance kasi ang Zimbabwe kaysa sa Phil... Rank 33 ang Zimbabwe at Phil Rank 71 sa International Ranking....

Kaya ang score na yan for the Philippine Volcanoes really deserves a round of applause.....

OK lang yan... Good Job Volcanoes...

We'll be playing against Uruguay today in the quarterfinals for losing teams.

Placing na lang ang paglalabanan :okay:

Try by P Olivier Phl 5- 22 Uru. Philippines end their HK 7s debut. Chin up boys, we're proud of you!!! #proudlypinoy

Azkals redux? Philippine Volcanoes rugby team's identity questioned
The Fiji Rugby Union drew the ire of Filipino netizens after posting a comment on its official Facebook and Twitter pages against the Philippine Volcanoes

"The only thing Philippines about the Philippine team playing in the Hong Kong 7s is the name of the team," it said.

The comment was made on the second day of the 2012 Cathay Pacific/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens at the Hong Kong Stadium at Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, around the time the Philippines was playing a game against Zimbabwe.

Filipinos were quick to defend the Volcanoes on the social networking sites, clarifying that the members of the Philippine Rugby team are Filipino because their mothers are Filipinas.

Facebook users from the Philippines flooded the Fiji Rugby Union's site with messages, condemning what they viewed as "racist" comments against the Volcanoes.

At 11 p.m. Manila time, the Fijian Rugby Union posted a message on their Facebook page apologizing for their earlier comment:

"To all our friends from the Philippines an unreserved apology...there was never an intention to be racist or direspectful. it was a tongue in cheek comment that shouldn't have been made. Our humble apologies."source (http://www.gmanetwork.com/news/story/252650/sports/othersports/azkals-redux-philippine-volcanoes-rugby-team-s-identity-questioned)

Nothing Filipino in PH Volcanoes, says Fiji Rugby
MANILA, Philippines (UPDATE) – The Fiji national rugby union team has criticized the Philippine Volcanoes for fielding Filipino-foreign players in the prestigious HSBC Hong Kong Rugby 7s.

In its official Twitter account, Team Fiji Rugby said there is nothing Filipino about the Philippine VolcanoesRead more (http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/sports/03/24/12/nothing-filipino-ph-volcanoes-says-fiji-rugby)

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^^why only 4 nations? kala ko ba 5 nations championships?

There are 5 Divisions for Asian 5 Nations.

Division 1 Championships will be held here in the Philippines.

good luck volcanoes. i will be watching your games in manila.

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Teams ready for RWC Qualifiers in Manila
To cries of “Sige na!” the Philippines will take the field at Rizal Memorial Stadium on Sunday night ready to take this fledgling Rugby nation to the next level. Nothing less than victory against Singapore will satisfy the home support or this ambitious and talented team.

Having only become an IRB Member in late 2008, the Philippines’ rise through the ranks in Asia has been nothing short of astonishing. Winning promotion through the divisions of the HSBC Asian Five Nations (A5N) became routine and, indeed, statistically the Volcanoes are the most successful team in the history of the competition apart from perennial champions Japan.
Read more (http://www.rugbyworldcup.com/qualifying/news/newsid=2061800.html#teams+ready+rwc+qualifiers+manila)

Mamayang gabi na! :cheers:

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Studio 23 will air the match :cheers:

What time?

Congratulations,
PHILIPPINE VOLCANOES!


:cheers::cheers::cheers:

Sarap manuod ng live sa RMS.. Nakakaadict ang rugby.. hahaha.. Go Volcanoes!!! Great Game!!! Mas Malakas Pilipinas!!!

Wow, Congratulations!

What time?

sorry, i wasn't able to answer your question ahead. It was aired live. The other 2 succeeding games will also be aired live.

Congratulations Philippine Volcanoes.
SIN 20 : 37 PHI

Philippines vs Singapore highlights.

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FYI..

Philippine Rugby Football Union (PRFU) is the governing body
of the sport of Rugby Union in the Philippines.

The Volcanoes are the National Rugby Team of the Philippines

Achievements:


MEN's 15s
Division 1 Asian 5 Nations 2011
CHAMPIONS Div 2 Asian 5 Nations 2010
CHAMPIONS Div 3 Asian 5 Nations 2009
CHAMPIONS Div 4 Asian 5 Nations 2008

MEN's 7s
SILVER Borneo 7s Asian 7s Series 2011
SILVER South East Asian Games 2007
GOLD South East Asian Games 2005

MEN's UNDER 20s
CHAMPIONS Div 2 Asian Jr Rugby 2010
CHAMPIONS Div 2 Asian Jr Rugby 2009

WOMEN's 7s
WINNERS Asian Women's 7s Div B 2010

Sri Lanka and Philippines set up Top 5 2013 showdown (http://www.asian5nations.com/node/546)

Sri Lanka and the Philippines set up a showdown for promotion to the HSBC Asian 5 Nations (HSBC A5N) Top 5 competition in 2013 after winning their Round II matches at the HSBC A5N Division I yesterday at Rizal Memorial Stadium in Manila.

Tournament top seeds Sri Lanka and the Philippines (third seeds) will battle for promotion to next season’s Top 5 on Saturday (Apr 21 at 17.00) while Singapore and Chinese Taipei will fight to avoid relegation to Division II on Saturday (19.00).

Victory was a family affair for the Philippines Volcanoes as they started three sets of brothers in yesterday’s win. Winger Luke Matthews scored on both of his first two touches of the ball to help pull the Philippines away from a spirited challenge from fourth seeds Chinese Taipei this afternoon.

Matthews’ brace of tries equalled that scored by his brother Joe, (who also started at wing today for the Philippines), in the team’s 37-20 victory over Singapore in Round 1 last Sunday (April 15). Matthews’ credited his forwards for some stirring defence early on that helped put the Philippines in the position to break through their last remaining barrier to reaching the promotion match, saying: “It felt amazing to score twice today but we have to hand it to our forwards whose defence was outstanding and set a great platform for the backline.”

The Philippines started three sets of brothers against Chinese Taipei: 15s captain Michael Letts and his brother and Philippines Sevens captain Jake, flyhalf and centre Oliver and Matthew Saunders, and the Matthews brothers. A third Matthews family member, younger brother Daniel, has already represented Philippines at Under 20 level.

When asked if there was a sibling try stakes going at home, a modest Luke Matthews replied, “I’m so proud of Joe. He played great on Sunday and had another great game tonight. It really is incredible to be able to run out on to the pitch alongside him and represent both our country and our family.”

Sri Lanka escaped a tense first half encounter with Singapore this afternoon to emerge victorious 35-10. The score at the half was 14-10 before Sri Lanka scored three tries in the second stanza while shutting out Singapore to close out the match convincingly.

Winger Sandun Herath scored his own brace of tries against Singapore, proving that the Sri Lankans also have plenty of pace out wide, setting the stage for what should be some great running rugby in the final.

Not to be outdone, the Sri Lankans feature their own unique family connection as the captain Yoshitha Rajapaksa and hooker Namal Rajapaksa are the sons of the country’s president, Mahinda Rajapaksa.

Both have been strong performers to date, with Namal returning from injury in match one to support the team through the grueling task of playing thrice in seven days.

The captain, Yoshitha, a standout for his Navy club and a veteran of Sri Lanka’s 2011 Top 5 campaign, has provided a steady hand at the tiller for this young and hungry group of players.

Former England hooker Phil Greening extended his unbeaten streak on his debut tournament as Sri Lankan coach with the team’s second win today. Greening commented on the win saying, “I’m proud of the guys, especially the way they fronted up today. We knew how Singapore would play and we put a plan in place to nullify that effort and the guys responded well. But we’ve won nothing so far and I will remind the team of that.

“The Philippines in my eyes are the top team so far”, added Greening. “They are the team to beat there is not doubt about that. There are quite a few players in the Philippines team playing professionally now in Japan or at high level in Australia while seven out of our 22 players earned new caps either today or last Sunday. We have five 19 year olds in the squad also, so I am very pleased with the way our players have taken to the international arena.”

Commenting on the result versus Chinese Taipei, Philippines Coach Expo Mejia said: “That was a tough match and it was just what we needed. They really stretched us and we will be better for it. They were desperate and they really picked it up and tested our defensive structures, which was great for us. “It will be a very tough match against Sri Lanka on Saturday but it is fitting that it will be the final. It comes down to who recovers best and who steps up most. Both teams are capable of winning and Sri Lanka isn’t quite surprising us. They have a good structure and are very solid in what they do. They have pace out wide and strong forwards. They have it all really, so we are going to have to peak on Saturday to win.

“But our guys are really keen to perform for our fans. We have been dying to have a home final and show Filipinos what we have got and we finally have that chance. The boys are up for it.”

The results from the opening matches on Sunday saw Sri Lanka and the Philippines both move up in the International Rugby Board world rankings. Sri Lanka’s 36-8 victory over Chinese Taipei took them three places up the table to 43rd, shunting Malta, Uganda and Ivory Coast down one spot. Their comprehensive win at Manila’s Rizal National Stadium puts them on 48.02 ranking points, and continued success in the Asian tournament would nudge them further up the ladder.

Perhaps the most noteworthy result of the weekend was when the Philippines capitalised on home advantage to surprise Singapore in the first match between the two countries.

Going into last Sunday’s match the Singaporeans were ranked world number 52 and the Philippines 20 places lower, but a 37-20 victory elevated the hosts 10 places in the rankings to number 62 in the world.

Today’s results leave the Volcanoes and Sri Lanka tied at the top of the standings with twelve points each as both picked up a second bonus point. Singapore and Chinese Taipei have yet to post points but that will be rectified in a tight competition next Saturday to see who retains their Division I spot.

PH won against Taiwan....:cheers:

What time is the game between Volcanoes and Sri Lanka this coming Saturday?

Philippines vs Singapore highlights.

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Thanks...do you have the highlights on the game between PH and Taiwan?

PH won against Taiwan....:cheers:

What time is the game between Volcanoes and Sri Lanka this coming Saturday?

gametime is at 4:30 pm.. be watchin live in RMS...:)

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hey jaygold, how much is the fee in RMS? i live few blocks away from the venue and im planning to see match also.

hey jaygold, how much is the fee in RMS? i live few blocks away from the venue and im planning to see match also.

I read in the newspaper that it's free admission except for one game....I forgot which game...it could be the last game or the finals.

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thanks! cool and very entertaining Rugby. :cheers:

Finals for division 1 this coming saturday ticket prices are P100, 200, 400 & 800 Ticketworld outlets..
Only the game against SG and TW is free admission..

Highlights of Volcanoes and Taiwan game.

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^^ great...:cheers:

Finals for division 1 this coming saturday ticket prices are P100, 200, 400 & 800 Ticketworld outlets..
Only the game against SG and TW is free admission..

Thanks for the info.

ASIAN 5 NATIONS
Volcanoes roar, gain crack at promotion
Philippine Daily Inquirer
11:01 pm | Thursday, April 19th, 2012
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THE Volcanoes’ (in blue jerseys) solid play “set a platform for the backline against Chinese Taipei.” JOAN BONDOC

WITH little fanfare, the Philippine Volcanoes are slowly but surely getting the job done.

The Volcanoes moved within a victory of achieving what seemed like the unthinkable a few years ago—entering the premier division of the HSBC Asian 5 Nations Championships.

Drawing superb performances from three sets of brothers in their lineup, the Volcanoes ripped Chinese Taipei, 35-12, Wednesday night, setting the stage for a promotion showdown with top seed Sri Lanka at the Rizal Memorial Stadium.

Duplicating the feat of his brother Joe in the victory against Singapore, winger Luke Matthews scored on both of his first touches of the ball to lead the Volcanoes to a second straight comprehensive victory in the four-nation Division 1 tournament.

http://sports.inquirer.net/40763/volcanoes-roar-gain-crack-at-promotion

Volcanoes promoted to Elite Division (Top 5) of Asian Five Nations!! :cheers:

Volcanoes promoted to Elite Division (Top 5) of Asian Five Nations!! :cheers:

:applause::applause::applause::applause::applause:

Who are on the elite teams? Congrats Volcanoes!!!!

The current Asian Five Nations are:

Hong Kong
Japan
Kazakhstan
South Korea
United Arab Emirates
Philippines (promoted for 2013)

The current Asian Five Nations are:

Hong Kong
Japan
Kazakhstan
South Korea
United Arab Emirates
Philippines (promoted for 2013)

Incredible news!

Great.

Congratulations Volcanoes.

:cheers:

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Phl Volcanoes spew fire, rip Sri Lankans
By Abac Cordero (The Philippine Star) Updated April 22, 2012 12:00 AM MANILA, Philippines -

They bled for every point.

And when the dust settled, the Philippine Volcanoes were rewarded with a 28-18 victory over fancied Sri Lanka and a coveted slot in the 2013 HSBC Asian 5 Nations Championship.

No rugby team representing the Philippines has ever reached the Asian 5 Nations event, and last night’s victory at the Rizal Memorial Stadium made sure one would get there.

“This blood is for the country,” said 26-year-old center Justin Coveney, still bleeding from the nose, as the rest of the Volcanoes celebrated their hard-earned victory. :cheers::cheers::cheers:

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The current Asian Five Nations are:

Hong Kong
Japan
Kazakhstan
South Korea
United Arab Emirates
Philippines :applause::applause::applause:(promoted for 2013)

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I was there watching yesterday. I have no idea how the rules go but I was cheering hard! :lol:

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The current Asian Five Nations are:

Hong Kong
Japan
Kazakhstan
South Korea
United Arab Emirates
Philippines (promoted for 2013)

that's still 6, who will be relegated to Div 1?

I was there watching yesterday. I have no idea how the rules go but I was cheering hard! :lol:



Hihihi...

Rugby 101

http://www.sportsrugby.com/rugby-play/rugby-scoring/rugby-scoring-system

^^ Thanks.....ang bibilis tumakbo ng PH Volcanoes.

I was there watching yesterday. I have no idea how the rules go but I was cheering hard! :lol:


Thanks for sharing these photos. I think this is the first time that the Filipinos saw Rugby being played live in Manila. :) AFAIK, this is also the first time that a local channel beamed it live.

that's still 6, who will be relegated to Div 1?

I think the lowest seeded team on the top 5 will be relagated to division 1.

that's still 6, who will be relegated to Div 1?

The current top 5 will play their tournament next week. Lowest placing team is relegated.

I didn't know that a Zobel de Ayala plays for the national team until I read Jessica Zafra's article in Philippine Star yesterday.

Now I know why Globe shows an all out support to the team. :lol:

^^hmmm...that's probably why i saw Jaime Augusto Zobel de Ayala in one of the HK 7's youtube vids.

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Trio on rise after RWC 2015 qualifier wins
The Philippines have risen 17 places as a result of their A5N success in Manila
Rugby World Cup 2015 qualifiers over the last seven days have resulted in significant changes in the latest IRB World Rankings with the Philippines and Cayman Islands shooting up and Singapore slumping 11 places as a result of two defeats in the HSBC Asian 5 Nations Division I.

The Philippines have climbed seven places to 55th on the back of victories over Chinese Taipei (34-12) and top seeds Sri Lanka (28-18) which saw them crowned Division I champions to earn promotion to the elite tier of Asian rugby in 2013. Read more (http://www.rugbyworldcup.com/home/news/newsid=2061836.html#trio+rise+after+rwc+2015+qualifier+wins)

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A Phl Volcano and a Sri Lankan grapple for ball possession as Jaime Urquijo (left front) and other members of the national team rush to take a piece of the action in one of the tense moments during the Philippines-Sri Lanka Asian rugby eliminations. The Volcanoes advanced to the 2013 Asian 5 Nations championships. JUN MENDOZA


Yep Jaime Urquijo of the Zobel de Ayala clan is the reason why Globe is a major sponsor. He kinda looks like James Van Der Beek no?

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Anyway congrats to the team! I was on the edge of my seat on the 2nd half when Sri Lanka was trying for a comeback. Good thing Justin Coveney was able to make a succesful try to stop the momentum of opposing team!

:cheers::cheers::cheers:

^^ I think he likes to stay away from the attention of the media that's why he isn't getting too much hype.

^^ I think he likes to stay away from the attention of the media that's why he isn't getting too much hype.

or still left untouched by ABS-CBN's hype machine

Look at these hapas. ;)

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Several Philippines players have signed professional contracts to play in Japan next season. For those that don't know corporations sponsor teams there and the players can earn quite a bit. 1m+ a season for the biggest names. Players with Asian passports are sought after because they allow you to field one extra foreigner (four total).

Matt and Oliver Saunders will play for NTT, Justin Coveney for Ricoh (called the Black Rams lol) and James Price for Kyuden where he joins Gareth Holgate.

Philippines Wins Asian Rugby Football Union Award for Development
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The Philippine Rugby Football Union is proud to announce that it has been awarded the Asian Rugby Football Union (ARFU) Development Award for 2012.

Announced at the ARFU Council Meeting in Kuala Lumpur on June 3, the prestigious award will be formally presented to the PRFU on November 18, 2012 during the ARFU Annual General Meeting in Almaty, Kazakhstan.

Asian Rugby Football Union spans a vast territory from Kazakhstan in the north to Indonesia in the south and Lebanon in the west to Guam in the east. Of ARFU’s 28 member unions, 14 are full members of the International Rugby Board: China, Chinese Taipei, Guam, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Kazakhstan, Korea, Malaysia, Pakistan, Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka and Thailand. There are a further six associate IRB members in Asia: Cambodia, Kyrgyzstan, Iran, Laos, Mongolia and Uzbekistan. Afghanistan is the newest ARFU associate member union, joining in 2011, following Lebanon and UAE’s admission in December 2009. Read more (http://www.prfu.com/1/post/2012/06/philippines-wins-asian-rugby-football-union-award-for-development.html#.T82PJeCWq1c.facebook)

Lady Volcanoes Squad Named for ARFU Division 2 Championship
The PRFU have selected the 24 players who will compete in the Asian Rugby Football Union Women's Division 2 Championships in Manila.

Lalaine Albarando
Alice Almocera
Amelia Bryere
Rose De La Cruz
Blessie De Los Santos
Mai Farjado
Jessica Filoteo
Tonette Gambito
Eloisa Jordan
Aye Honoras
Ann Layumas
Nikki Lira
Ada Milby (Captain)
Nicole Moore
Rozie Morala
Noreen Novero
Reena Novero
Aiumi Ono
Anne Sajorne
Madille Salinas
Acee San Juan
Angelica Santican
Manila Santos
Cassie Umali (Vice-Captain)

Manila will play host to women's teams from Lao, Singapore and Thailand. The games will be played on Thursday, June 14 at Nomad Sports Club, Merville, Paranaque (7:30pm) and Saturday, June 16 (3pm) at Eagles Nest, Southern Plains, Silangan. Read more (http://www.prfu.com/1/post/2012/06/lady-volcanoes-squad-named-for-arfu-division-2-championship.html)

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tnx for info.

Philippine Volcanoes for Borneo 7s Named
The Philippine Rugby Football Union have selected the team to compete in the Borneo Sevens tournament on August 31 to September 2, 2012 in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia.

Philippine National Men's 7s Team - Borneo Sevens

Mark Chatting
Harry Morris
Kenny Stern
Brian West
Nigel Maher
Andrew Wolff
Cleo Gomez
Chris Everingham
Robert Jones
Kit Guerra
Christian Desacola
Homer Bangay

Coach: Al Caravelli
Asst Coach/Manager: Expo Mejia
Physiotherapist: Rico Barin Read more (http://www.prfu.com/1/post/2012/08/philippine-volcanoes-for-borneo-7s-named.html#.UDwE1-lWPTk.facebook)

excuse my tardiness, I'm not here often, well not anymore...but how serious is rugby in the Philippines? It doesn't have the grassroots depth as basketball does, nor does it have the international reputation as football does, it's stuck somewhere in the middle.

Filipinos of mixed ancestry seem to be doing well propping up the 'national squad'

PRFU offers weekly training in Ultra. It's on every Mondays and Wednesday. There are also local competitions though mostly held in Alabang, or Nomads.

Volcanoes Team Named for Rugby World Cup 7s Qualifiers.
http://www.prfu.com/1/post/2012/10/volcanoes-team-named-for-rugby-world-cup-7s-qualifiers.html#.UIT28pSv58o.facebook

The Philippine Volcanoes Rugby team will travel to Singapore to participate in the Rugby World Cup 7s Qualifiers on Nov 2-3. The team goes into the tournament on the back of some solid performances in the lead up tournaments, most notably, a win over the highly-ranked South Korean team in their final game of the recently-concluded Mumbai Sevens. The Volcanoes are ranked 6th going into the Singapore tournament and must finish in the top 3 if they are to progress to the World Cup in Moscow in 2013.

The Volcanoes have been boosted by the return of some of their players who are currently contracted to professional teams in the Japanese Top League. Oliver and Matt Saunders, Patrice Olivier and Gaz Holgate will all be present in Singapore along with the return of Ben Saunders who has just come off contract with a professional club in Sydney.

Included in the squad are Andrew Wolff and Tim Bweheni, 2 players who play in the local Filipino league, and are being rewarded for their outstanding performances this year.

New coach Al Caravelli is confident of a top 3 finish even if the results so far this year have been a little shy of the mark. His insistence on getting the process right is starting to pay off with the team improving at each outing.

Volcanoes 7s captain Harry Morris is happy with the mixture of experience and youth in the squad saying that this team is fully capable of qualifying for the World Cup if we play to our true potential.
Philippine Volcanoes Rugby World Cup 7s Qualifiers Squad:

Tim Bweheni (Alabang Eagles, Philippines)
Ryan Clarke (Canley Vale Cub, Sydney)
Gaz Holgate (Kyuden Rugby Club, Japan)
Joe Matthews (Wests Rugby Cub, Canberra)
Luke Matthews (Wests Rugby Club, Canberra)
Harry Morris (Rosslyn Park, England)
Patrice Olivier (Yamaha Rugby Club, Japan)
Kenny Stern (Gordon Rugby Club, Sydney)
Ben Saunders (Wests Tigers, Sydney)
Matt Saunders (NTT Communications, Japan)
Oli Saunders (NTT Communications, Japan)
Andrew Wolff (Alabang Eagles, Philippines)

Al Caravelli (Coach)
Expo Mejia (Manager)
Enrico Barin (Physiotherapist)

Philippine Rugby Football Union (PRFU)

Quarterfinal win over China 14-7 at Rugby 7s World Cup Qualifiers in Singapore. One more win tomorrow to secure a World Cup spot in Moscow 2013.

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Philippine Volcanoes edge Korea, reach Rugby Sevens World Cup final stage

By Bob Guerrero | The Passionate Fan

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The Bronze medals shone like gold for the Philippine Volcanoes.

The Philippine Men's National Rugby Union team have achieved yet another breakthrough after defeating Korea Republic 22-19 in the bronze medal match of the HSBC Asian Rugby Sevens Series Singapore Sevens on Saturday.

The victory at the Singapore Padang field sends the Philippines to the Rugby Sevens World Cup final stage in Russia in June of next year where they will vie with 23 of the world's best Rugby Sevens teams, like Fiji, New Zealand, and defending champs Wales.

Yahoo (http://ph.sports.yahoo.com/blogs/thepassionatefan/philippine-volcanoes-edge-korea-reach-rugby-sevens-world-124751865.html)

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Congrats to the lads! Rugby 7's World Cup here we come! :banana::banana::banana:

Highlights of Philippines vs South Korea

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Congrats Volcanoes!!!

Congrats Volcanoes!!!

CONGRATULATIONS PH VOLCANOES! The roaring Volcanoes made history for the country. :cheers:

my congratulations as well :okay:

Philippine Volcanoes edge Korea, reach Rugby Sevens World Cup final stage

By Bob Guerrero | The Passionate Fan

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Yahoo (http://ph.sports.yahoo.com/blogs/thepassionatefan/philippine-volcanoes-edge-korea-reach-rugby-sevens-world-124751865.html)

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Congrats to the lads! Rugby 7's World Cup here we come! :banana::banana::banana:

COngratulations Philippine Volcanoes..... :applause::applause::applause::applause::applause::applause::applause::applause::applause:

Hopefully we will be able to further develop the game in this country as Rugby Sevens will be making a return to the Olympics in 2016.

^^ I agree.

In World Cup teams from Asia: Hong Kong, Japan and the Philippines. :cheers:

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Philippine Volcanoes earn berth for 2013 Rugby World Cup Sevens

Philippine Volcanoes
November 8, 2012
By: Dennis 'D Source' Guillermo

The Philippine Volcanoes confirmed their participation at the 2013 Rugby World Cup Sevens in Moscow, Russia.

This was after they finished 3rd at the Singapore leg for the Asian Seven Series just this past weekend. The Philippine team beat the 4th-ranked team South Korea, 22-19, last Saturday for the 3rd and last World Cup slot of the tournament.

Prior to this, the Philippine team finished 2nd at the group eliminations, before they upset power house China in the quarter finals. The Philippine team missed their opportunity for gold when they bowed out to Japan in the semi finals, which is why they faced South Korea to battle for the bronze medal. The first 2 slots of the World Cup were won by Hong Kong and Japan.

http://www.examiner.com/article/philippine-vocanoes-earn-berth-for-2013-world-rugby-cup

:cheer: AWESOME!

I can't wait to hear our national anthem play in the world stage. Finally!

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Excited to see our national anthem to be played and our flag waved during the match!
Just 24 countries who qualified all over the world and the Philippines is one of them! Yeehah!

Reading the title of the thread makes me think twice.. :D

Will try to get tickets for me and my son to see them in Moscow. Fingers cross.

Volcanoes Squad for Asian 5 Nations Premier Division Named
The Philippine Rugby Football Union is proud to announce the Men's 15s squad for the upcoming Asian 5 Nations Premier Division Tournament.
Volcanoes Squad
Abraham, Phil Benares
Aronson, Alexander
Bellenie, Matthew Orag
Carroll, Terry Javier
Clarke, Joven Briones
Coveney, Justin Villazor
Dacanay, Austin Garnica
De Guzman, Michael
Duhig, Michael Estrada
Gomez, Cleo Ferrer
Gregson, Jeff
Hagan, Graeme
Hitch, Chris Baltazar
Holgate, Gareth Dela Rosa
Howorth, Steve Pagtalunan
Letts, Jake Robrigado
Letts, Michael Robrigado
Matthews, Joseph Bembo
Matthews, Luke Bembo
Morris, Fred Dionson
Olivier, Patrice Ortiz
Perry, Nick Ergina
Pineda, Nick
Price, James Carandang
Robinson-Polkey, David
Saunders, Ben Abalos
Saunders, Matthew Abalos
Seeto, Darran Centillas
Sutcliffe, Josh Torres
Taylor, Richard
Urquijo, Jaime Zobel
Ward, Jake
West, BrianRead more (http://www.prfu.com/1/post/2013/02/volcanoes-squad-for-asian-5-nations-premier-division-named.html#.URXEjua1040.twitter)

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Volcanoes Squad for Asian 5 Nations Premier Division Named
Read more (http://www.prfu.com/1/post/2013/02/volcanoes-squad-for-asian-5-nations-premier-division-named.html#.URXEjua1040.twitter)Thanks for the updates on this thread Hakz!

It's official -- the Philippines is in Pool C of the Rugby World Cup Sevens. Go Volcanoes!!!

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It's time for Filipinos to embrace rugby
MANILA, Philippines -- Rugby is a game only for bulked up crazy Brits and Aussies! The Philippines can never succeed in this sport and it will never be popular here in the Philippines.

Agree? Well, think again!

The International Rugby Board (IRB), the sport’s world governing body, had this to say about the Philippines: "With consecutive promotions in the HSBC Asian 5 Nations, and sporting an all-Filipino team, the Philippine Rugby Football Union (PRFU) offers tangible proof that nothing is impossible."Read more (http://www.rappler.com/sports/23017-nothing-is-impossible)

ano kaya kung magkaroon ng sariling rugby game ang lgbt community?
hindi yung lagi na lang nanggagaya ang mga filipino sa kung ano ang uso sa international.

hindi ba't may sarili naman talagang laro ang mga filipino kung talagang lumaki o nakapaglaro ka sa kalye?
napapanahon na para magpauso ng bagong laro o sariling bersyon ang mga pinoy!

From PRFU FB page:

Tickets to the Volcanoes' HSBC Asian 5 Nations home games at Rizal Memorial Stadium are now available from TicketWorld Manila!
General Admission - P 50.00 / Grandstand - P 200.00
May 4 vs Hong Kong
May 18 vs UAE
Hurry! Get 'em while they're hot!

Cant wait to watch this game!

d/p

The first top tier match of the Volcanoes in the Asian 5 Nations versus Japan will be broadcast live be Fox Sports Asia at 12:55PM

From PRFU FB page:

The Philippine squad has been hailed as the team to watch in Asian Rugby, having lost only once since 2008. However, they will be up against Japan -- the only team with a better record than the Volcanoes, having never lost a match since the tournament's inception. via Rappler
http://www.rappler.com/sports/26490-volcanoes-test-top-ranked-japan

The Volcanoes will face their biggest challenge to date, meeting number one-ranked Japan in the A5N opener to be held in Fukuoka on Saturday, April 20.
http://www.prfu.com/1/post/2013/04/volcanoes-prepare-to-battle-asias-best.html

Nice!

Sana next time Cricket naman, nakita ko mga filipino-indians ang karamihang myembro sa national team.

The first top tier match of the Volcanoes in the Asian 5 Nations versus Japan will be broadcast live be Fox Sports Asia at 12:55PM

Mark Your Calendars, the 1st Game Against Japan will be on Saturday April 20th and will be Shown Live on Both Solar Sports Channel 34 and ESPN Star Sports Channel 33 Starting at 1300 Hours ...

Mark Your Calendars, the 1st Game Against Japan will be on Saturday April 20th and will be Shown Live on Both Solar Sports Channel 34 and ESPN Star Sports Channel 33 Starting at 1300 Hours ...

:). Will watch it.

Solar Sports have not posted their May schedule so we will see if the televise the other Volcano matches. Over at Fox Sports the only other match we will see is the match vs HK in Rizal Memorial.

HSBC Asian 5 Nations Between Japan and the Philippines Now Live on ESPN Star Sports and Solar Sports Channels ...

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JPN 121 - 0 PHI :(

Media, fans boost Philippines ahead of Hong Kong clash
A buzz of excitement surrounding the first home game for the Philippines at the elite level in the HSBC Asian Five Nations has put Hong Kong on guard as they hope to secure their berth in the Top Five competition for next year's 2015 World Cup qualifying campaign.

Head coach Leigh Jones was caught unprepared by the strong showing from the Filipino media at yesterday's press conference with around 40 members of the Manila press corps turning up as they drum up support for the Volcanoes.Read more (http://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/1229486/high-media-and-fans-support-boosts-philippines-ahead-hong-kong)

Volcanoes show improvement, but still fall to Hong Kong in Asian Five Nations
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The Philippine national men’s rugby team displayed a gallant stand before falling to powerhouse Hong Kong, 59-20, in their HSBC Asian Five Nations match Saturday.

The Volcanoes were hosting an elite division match for the first time in the country for the first time at the Rizal Memorial Football Stadium.Read more (http://www.interaksyon.com/interaktv/volcanoes-show-improvement-but-still-fall-to-hong-kong-in-asian-five-nations)

The Volcanoes lost to S. Korea 62-19 in KOrea this afternoon. Next week's match between the VOlcanoes and UAE in Manila will determine who retains their top 5 status.

congrats Ph Volcanoes!

PH 24 - 8 UAE

PH Volcanoes erupt vs UAE, keep slot in Asian 5

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The Philippine Volcanoes stop an attack from UAE during the HSBC Asian 5 Nations game at the Rizal Memorial Stadium. The Philippines thwarted UAE, 24-8, to remain at the Top 5 division of the tournament.
http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/sports/05/18/13/ph-volcanoes-erupt-vs-uae-keep-slot-asian-5

Nice job!

Next year's Asian 5 Nations sees us host Japan, S. Korea and we travel to Hong Kong and Sri Lanka.

Next year's Asian 5 Nations sees us host Japan, S. Korea and we travel to Hong Kong and Sri Lanka.

Congratulations to the Volcanoes for staying in the elite 5 division, Hopefully the home venue for the 2014 HSBC Asian 5 Nations game against Japan and N.Korea will be the new 20,000 seats Philippines Stadium in Bulacan which is scheduled to be completed early next year ...

Congrats Volcanoes!!!

Volcanoes ready to explode, target No. 2
By Olmin Leyba, The Philippine Star
Posted at 05/22/2013 9:31 AM | Updated as of 05/22/2013 9:31 AM

MANILA, Philippines - After capping their maiden campaign in the HSBC Asian 5 Nations Elite Division with a morale-boosting 24-8 triumph over United Arab Emirates at home, the Philippine Volcanoes have set loftier goals for themselves.

cont'd ....http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/sports/05/22/13/volcanoes-ready-explode-target-no-2

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Full Game Volcanoes vs UAE

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