Let's Talk Tag

Tribute to John Howard – Penrith OztagOn this episode, we sit down with a few close people to reflect on the life of John Howard, sharing stories and memories.We finish with a message from his son Jamie a fitting way to close a tribute to a great man whose legacy lives on at Penrith Oztag.Special thanks to Adel Hage, Dean Murphy, Tim Bailey, Bill Harrigan, Paul La Bua and Jamie Howard for sharing their memories and helping bring this together. Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

We have a chat with referee Ben Holt to discuss the 10/50 rule, dipping, play-the-ball interpretations, referees’ room culture, growth of female referees, scores kicking, online scoring, two refs for finals, and whether Opens games should be inside the stadium. Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

We’re back after the NSW State Cup, breaking down the moments and the details from the weekend : refs, game allocations, game length options and more. The weather held out just.Plus, we launch a brand new segment that’s here to stay, with help from the listeners… Venue Hall of FameFirst nominations: Miami and Central Coast.Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

The crew are back and it’s NSW State Cup time. We run through our winners for the weekend and finish off with a few extras.  Let’s rip in Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

The crew are back and it gets heated! We try to pick the winners for this weekend’s QLD Senior State Cup, but the new 10/50 rule sparks a debate that leads into other ideas for the game. We also bring up Origin and whether a Heritage Cup should happen at Origin.Let’s get it on , play on. 🔥Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

We’re joined by Jack Leary, General Manager of Ireland’s World Cup campaign, as we dive into how the teams are selected, the preparation happening behind the scenes, and whether players are keen to make the trip this October. Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

Aussie teams announced congrats to everyone selected.Juniors in NSW is it time for a player pool? Surely yes.Mixed divisions for juniors is another conversation worth having. It aligns pathways and keeps more kids involved if done right.The two-tier junior system over two weekends is the big call. State Cup and Shield. Two tiers does it mean better games and fewer blowouts. Something has to change and time well tell.Two magic words ,non-heritage. For this World Cup, it’s a clear no.Quick mention of refs the new pay system is a step forward and great news.Finally, the Challenger Series in QLD looks exciting and is a great pathway to watch stayed tune for more info.Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

We chat about our 2025 Nationals predictions, chat about Australian teams being announced next week, touch on the NSW Awards Night, discuss Origin 2026 should it go ahead, and reveal a new referee structure for tournaments starting at the NSW Jnr State Cup in Penrith.Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

Big shoutout to the Storm Girls 17s for an incredible gesture of goodwill, stepping down from the Grand Final.Plus, a warm welcome to the Great Britain Men’s Open team who’ve made the trip down under to compete at Nationals — and even had a hit-out against the Aussie Men’s side a week before!Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

One on One: She’s Irish, she’s Exiles, and her socials are next-level. Jen jumps on the podcast as we chat about the Irish team vibe, dive into the World Cup, her journey into tag, and how she got involved in it all, Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

Adel and Troy join Harry to chat about the upcoming ITS Tournament, especially the hot topic — non-heritage players. We touch on this year’s Origin and bring up a few things on Tournaments like 3PTAG, Daf Cup, Offside Tag, and the Challenger Series. Plus, Adel finally pays up on a State Cup bet.Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

REFS CORNER The place where we talk about the rules we all think we know — but often get wrong or find confusing.Once a month, Scott McLeod and Ben Holt will be on the panel to unpack these issues, clarify the grey areas, and answer your questions. Stay tuned!Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

Let’s Talk Tag sits down with Ray Dent and Andrew Pye to unpack the new Aussie selection policy — what's changing and what it means for players. We also dive into how the STORM teams are picked and how that’s evolved over the years. Plus, we congratulate Ray on his appointment as Referee Director and hear a few ideas he's bringing to the role! Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

We’re back with a quick chat on NSW Origin teams that have been announced, and the format is shifting from three days to two. We dive into Aussie selections from Nationals and the rumored 2026 changes that could see juniors and seniors aligned. Plus, we touch on the ITS Tournament, farewell East Hills legends Karen Smith and Rob Formica, and congratulate Ray Dent on his appointment as Referee Director. Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

We get to chat about the return of the Trans Tasman series with the current Australian Men’s 45s coach, Andrew Pye — his first time at the helm — alongside two returning players, Sebastian Diaz and Keiron Duncan, who are once again donning the green and gold. Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

 "Here we go—predictions for the upcoming 2025 NSW Senior State Cup in Coffs Harbour! The QLD Senior State Cup has been postponed, so we’ll save those predictions for later. We finish off with a small chat." Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

Episode 55 – We have a quick chat about the ITS tournament and the rule changes that seem to keep shifting. Joining us is Beau Ryan from the Indigenous Committee to share his thoughts and discuss how their teams are selected compared to other countries and nations. We wrap up with a recap of the Australian team’s training camp held over the weekend—plus, the surprise that all Open divisions received!Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

In this episode, we chat about the number of tournaments in 2025, discuss ITS tournament rules allowing two current Australian players, interview our first airfare ticket winner, Dion, touch on Origin, and wrap up with NSW Oztag’s new annual registration system.Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

One on One interview, Rob sits down with Oztag veteran Scot Holmes, known for his longstanding commitment to the sport as a player, coach, and administrator. Scot shares his journey from his early days in Oztag to his involvement in the Australian teams, his role in Queensland Oztag, and the honor of being inducted as one of the first eight members of the Oztag Hall of Fame. His passion for the game is evident.Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

We sit down with Jeff Coroneos, a key figure in Australian Oztag. Jeff’s influence in the sport is undeniable, both as a player and as the Men’s Open Coach, a role he’s held for a combined 10 years. Beyond coaching, Jeff has also contributed significantly to the development of Oztag venues on the Central Coast, further cementing his commitment to the growth of the sport.In our conversation, we touch on several exciting topics, including the new rule for Australian players aiming to compete in the International Tag Series (ITS). We also discuss the historic first-ever NSW Tag Awards Night, an important milestone that celebrated the outstanding achievements of players and officials in the sport.Throughout it all, Jeff’s passion for Oztag remains as high as ever, and it’s clear that his dedication continues to drive the sport forward.Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

Here we go again, another tournament, this time the 2024 Aussie Championships.We bring up the cross-selections for Aussie teams (MUST EMAIL if you want to be looked at).We talk predictions, of course, and finish off with a little chat about origin (how good was that event?). Will this hurt Australian Championships?Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

Go time: 2024 Origin is here and we have a little fun picking a few winners and small chat about Origin, we talk about the change in policy with the Grace period for this years Nationals and also the decisions to only allow one team to enter the open divisions for State Cup in NSW.Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

One on One with Sir Alan (Alan Lloyd) from GB Exiles, we get a quick chat in before the 2024 AIC held in Coffs Harbour, Alan will also be coaching the Men’s open and looking to do what they did at last year Oceanica Cup in New Zealand.Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

Crew discuss 2024 Super series, AIC and Origin. Is the Trans-Tasman is still going ahead? We also bring up the NEW RULE for Australian Selection that YOU MUST be picked from the Division you played in at Nationals, no more double dipping.Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

The Crew come together and discuss NSW Origin Selections. We also get insight into how the QLD Selection process works across different tournaments. And someone comes up with an interesting way to fix the Extra Time issue ....Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

The Crew have a little chat about their predictions, thoughts on games, divisions and age groups. We touch on NSW Team selections and discuss why some state Cup  teams did not put the team ratings in. We also talk on Origin and the difference how QLD and NSW will pick their teams.Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

State Cups 2024 - That time of year again . With the Help of Troy and Harry, we try to get a few predictions right and have some laughs on the way.Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

We are back with our first podcast for 2024.  We talk about all the current topics in the Oztag World - Aussie Teams , the AIC , State of Origin and the upcoming State CupsSend us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

The Crew are back to review our selections from the 2023 Senior Nationals, whilst also discussing some interesting talking points to come out of the weekend.Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

The Crew go through their tips for the weekend with some interesting suggestions. We also talk about the Policy that just came out for the tournament in relation to Aussie selections for the maybe BIG 4 or ITS Tournament in Coffs Harbour.Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

One on One with the Womens 30 World Cup Champions Great Britain. Mark the Coach and Phoebe the captain have a chat with myself and Will Shepherd Great Britain Programme Director.Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

One on One - Well from the age of 5 he started playing tag, 20 plus years later he has played State Cup, Nationals and a World Cup . Coached State cup teams in JNRS and SNRS and has also been Aussie Coach, Robert Allan Welcome.Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

One on One - What can we say, you either dont like what he has to say or you find yourself thinking he could be right (sometimes) and agreeing with him. Outspoken and never shy Coach Adel hase been involved as a player, coach and also administrator of the game.Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

One on one with the general Manager of Ireland Tag Rugby - Jack Leahy. We have a chat about World Cup just gone and we talk on the Rules, Exiles Teams,two point box and that favourite word in tag CONTACT.Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

2023 Tag World Cup is here so we decided to give our predictions. To all players all the best and good luck. Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

One on One with the Neville Metcalfe from Hong Kong, Neville used to be the Chairman of Hong Kong Tag and was one of many to get Tag started. With the help from players and the now Chair Women Winnie Wong at the Helm Tag in Hong Kong is look very exciting. This World Cup there will be three teams attending Men’s 40, Men’s 30 and Mixed open.Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

We have a quick chat to Gary Kinkade about Tag World Cup and the input he has had as the Coaching director for Ireland Tag.Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

New Rule book is out so we asked Ben Holt to come on and look over the rules. We touched on a few new rules and discussed rules that we think players and especially spectators don’t know.Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

Crew have a chat with Luke from Camden OZTAG about the Big 4 , we throw in the division changes for Australian Championships and beyond. We touch base on our thoughts if players will play Aussie Champs this year after the World Cup and Oceania Cup being on.Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

The Crew have a little chat about their predictions, thoughts on Club Champions , game times and of course we throw in our ideas along the way.Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

State Cup Preview DOUBLE HEADER. The Crew with a few special guests come together to put forward their tips for QLD and NSW Senior State Cups. Who are you backing ?Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

Lets Talk Tag - Alan Lloyd from the GB Exiles has a chat about how the GB Exiles got started. We also discuss the teams they are taking to World Cup and how they were picked. We get a  chance to discuss our thoughts for the future of Exiles teams and we talk rule 21.5 and what we both like to see happen with that rule.Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

Lets talk tag got a chance to speak to Claude from NZ Tag , we talked about the last 12 months of tag in NZ . Up-Coming World Cup we talked about what teams Tag Black are taking, we touched on the Exiles teams playing for NZ as well as his thoughts.Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

Lets talk tag with half the crew are joined by Area Manager, Michelle Anderson , and former Member of Parliament , Cherie Burton. As ladies who have been involved in Oztag and Rugby League for quite some time , we talk pathways, referees,tournaments and tag culture.Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

Lets Talk Tag - The crew would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and thank everyone for the past year, we appreciate everyone listening and all the feedback we received. Last one for the year we discuss a little bit on Aussie team selection and policy and rules that was allowed this time around. We chat again on the World Cup and Exiles teams which include the NZ teams.Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

Let's Talk Tag  - One on One with Will Shepherd Great Britain Programme Director. We discuss the process of TAG in GB over the years , also how GB teams are selected for this World Cup and future World Cups. We talk about rules and the new ones introduced and get his thoughts on Exiles teams playing in World Cup.Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

Let's Talk Tag  - One on One with Jamie about the year that was 2022 and we throw in and discuss the latest new rules and he thoughts on the World Cup and Aussie Teams.Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

Let's Talk Tag  - One on One with Ben Holt current Queensland Referee. Ben has also played for Australia in Oztag and did a bit of coaching at QLD SNR State Cup.Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

The crew are back with Harry and Troy to discuss Australian Championships, who got what tips right and which teams excelled throughout the Tournament, we also talk about how it is now official that more than Australian teams can go to World Cup from Australia. We also noticed a new rule/clause that players may want to know about for playing for the counties they get picked for.Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.

The Tips are in for the 2022 Australian Senior Championships!The crew are joined by Chris "Harry" Olsen for his insights in what is shaping to be a very competitive Nationals Tournament. We also touch a little bit on World Cup and teams going to World Cup.Send us Fan MailWebsite: www.oztag.comEmail: [email protected] you for listening.