Brisbane Bulldogs Tug-of-War
News Pulletin No 8

Our Starts are OK as far getting into position pulling position goes. A bigger step back with the right foot will allow us to exploit our weight. We need every step to be deliberate, ponderous and in sync (rushing just causes panic, going sideways, standing up and lack of power/control). These faults will be corrected at practice.

A little more concentration is required when the pull is under way to stay on the pre-determined track so as to avoid slop, dust, or just pulling team-mates out of their ruts.

We also need to practice a strong finish so as to deter the opposition from fighting back from the jaws of defeat.

It was strange to see so many blokes drinking coke at a BBQ, maybe we are becoming responsible in our old age. Thankfully the trip up and back was incident free.

Only 2 official training days to go before the Nationals, both will be at Taraubul Park, lets make the most of these! Also, now would be a good time to re-visit your training rope.

Beware! The minimum temperature in Berri overnight was 3 degrees, maximum was a pleasant 20 degrees, you might need a jacket!

I know a few of us are in mourning over the tragic eviction of Stephanie from 'Survivor Palau' but we are going to have to move on, Dave might need a hug.

Congratulations to Scott for winning the Glen Innes Strongman competition.

Famous Quote; \"I only came across two 'McDonald's' on the way up\" Jerry Novak on arrival at Dumaresq.

Our first meat raffle ticket-selling gig is on 28 May 05 at the Sandgate RSL we need to be there at 1800 hr in a team shirt.

Hey! have you seen the changes to our website lately, www.tug-o-war.asn.au, check it out!

The home page photo is borderline excellent, well done Sharon!

The Virgin flight DJ756 to Adel departs Bris Airport at 1130 hr check in by 1030hr on Thur 19 May. We arrive back in Bris on flight DJ757 at 1530 hr on Sunday 22 May 05.

Tug it easy!

Graham and Lia (07 3269 9430)