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14
Dec

A While Between Drinks…

Glory Chasers. It has been a while between drinks.

As we all head towards a new year in Aussie sport, Chasing the Glory will be expanding its stratoshpere.

Of course, Heavens game of Rugby Union stays firmly in the mix. With Super 15 approaching, Matty & Patty are licking their lips in Glory-licious anticipation.

But, a few other pots have been boiling of late…the boys have been running around brewing up a keen involvement in Glory Chasing (as well as overstaying their welcome) across a few more prominent sports within this great brown land.

More on that later this week…

But first – something needs to be written and shared about this current Ashes campaign. It’s truly unescapable – not especially seeing all the poms toasting themselves in sun and absolutely loving the re-emergence of malicious English cricketing.

Today’s lesson is about building character. No matter what industry or profession you oblige yourself in, it is imperative that you have a strong character, not only to keep yourself motivated and sane but to emit positive vibrations to the people around you. Vibrations that show that you enjoy whatever it is that you do in life. For sporting teams and their star players, building character is a cornerstone to any success on and off the field. In the wide world of sport (you’re welcome channel 9) all sporting players and teams at some point will come under fire from the media, their supporters and the governing bodies. They also have to find a way to mentally survive the tough defeats and keep the ego at bay for the successes. These are all extremely important aspects of a player’s life if they choose to enter the professional sporting realm. Pressures that You and I could not even fathom as we are viewers and fans for purely entertainment purposes. What carries the player’s through these difficult crossroads throughout their sporting careers? Strength in character and support from their teammates.

One only has to look as far as Australia’s shaky Ashes display to see the perfect example of a strong character. That man is Ricky Ponting. Whatever your selection preference may be he is an example of a mentally strong individual with a solid support base. Despite some actions on the field not replicating the above statement we here at CTG look to the conference room for our inspiration. The man is scrutinized on a daily basis by the media and public, it is his ability to respond to this scrutiny in a manner that commands attention and support. He is a well prepared captain with an answer to every question on occasions leaving reporters speechless. It is Ponting’s aptitude to deflect the pressure and maintain a positive outlook that defines his strong character as a captain. These are traits that Cricket Australia will surely be resonating in the dressing rooms of their ever-changing Ashes squad over the coming weeks.

Feel free to join the discussion by leaving us a note and keep Chasing that Glory.

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13
May

Episode #2. Season send-off.

For the final segment of the Super 14 season, Matty & Patty are still stuck in Reds camp at Ballymore. This week, prior to the Highlanders clash, they have roped in Captain Will Genia, and young stalwart Hooker James Hanson, for some wit and a little conversation, as well as a tour of the Queensland training facilities.

What a season it has been for the Queensland Reds. The players, staff and administration have toiled, hurt, won and then lost, but can now stand tall – yes, they probably won’t make it into the remaining 4 teams and to a semi-final playoff and yes, the trophy cabinet will still remain empty this season…but in Matty & Patty’s minds, the Reds should definitely enlist the cleaning team to find the keys, open that cabinet and get in there to remove the dust…because Glory ain’t far away. This team, no, this juggernaut, have all epitomised the Chase for Glory this year – and as a result, they have brought Rugby back to the corporate corridors & school tuckshops of Queensland. After Saturday night, Matty & Patty, like the rest of Queensland, will wait impatiently for the return of the Reds in 2011…

BECOME A GLORY CHASER – The Super 14 season may soon be over, but you won’t be able to get rid of Matty & Patty. For updates and info on what’s next for the Chasing the Glory, give Matty & Patty your email address in the field provided next to this post, and stay tuned. DO IT.

ARE YOU IN BRISBANE FOR THE LAST REDS HOME GAME OF THE SEASON? COME TO THE PRE-GAME GLORY. Keen for a beer with Matty & Patty before the game this Saturday? Details at: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/event.php?eid=112439812131121&ref=mf

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21
Apr

RETURN OF THE GLORY

Welcome back to CHASING THE GLORY…

Being homegrown Queenslanders, Matty & Patty have clipped their tickets and are aboard the QLD Reds bandwagon. In this episode, the boys manage to corner the wounded warrior James Horwill.

Share in the GLORY this year and keep up to date with Matty & Patty’s coverage by dropping your email in the box provided right next to this post. You’ll then become a certified GLORY CHASER!

PRE-GAME GLORY

Something’s brewing boys and girls. The Australian provinces are having their best Super 14 season in years and running Rugby is back! The QLD Reds are by far the most improved Australian Super 14 side – so to celebrate, come bask with Matty & Patty in the PRE-GAME GLORY area in the front bar at The CAXTON HOTEL from 4.30pm onwards this Friday the 23rd April (& again on Saturday the 15th May.) Matty & Patty will SHOUT YOU your first beer, the atmos will be rife and come 7.15pm, Glory Chasers will march down to the CAULDRON amongst the RED ARMY and watch the QLD Reds rain down on the Stormers & beat down on the Highlanders!

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3
Dec

Matty & Patty in Cardiff – Outtakes

In the wake of a remarkable Wallabies victory – Matty & Patty bring you the last Outtakes video of the 2009 Spring tour – which means this is also the last VLOG for Chasing the Glory 2009.

BUT THIS IS NOT THE END! Chasing the Glory will be back on your computer screen/mind/in your face/at your place/at the footy sometime in 2010. Matty & Patty will be back, so keep in touch…and keep Chasing it.

Much thanks must go to the following people for their support for and work on Chasing the Glory 2009 : Marcus See, Josh Capelin, Ben Johnston & the JosephMark family, all the Wallabies players that featured in From the Pouch (but particularly James Horwill and Drew Mitchell for their organising skills), Events Film Company, the Welsh lady who ambushed an interview, Gavin Hastings, Tom Shanklin, Tim Horan, Johnny/Ash/Reds, Matt McIlraith and YOU the Vlog viewer/comment leaver – this project could not have been sustained without your interest in a better way to support the Wallabies.

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30
Nov

Matty & Patty in Cardiff – Match Review

Australia 33 defeated Wales 12.

Cold and windy Wales, but a match inside a fully enclosed Millenium Stadium. Two teams known for their running rugby – one team an undisputed favourite, their opponents determined to redeem themselves and send out a message to the critics. The stage was set. An eighty minute storybook performance followed, and finally, what everyone was waiting for – a clinically brilliant performance by the Wallabies. A fitting climax for the Wallabies (and Chasing the Glory) to end their respective tours. Check out Matty & Patty’s review on the match and Leave a Note with your thoughts.

Stay tuned to Chasing the Glory this week for a final video of the boys Outtakes from Cardiff and a farewell message to end Chasing the Glory for 2009!

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