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Sharks49-24 Brive
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Sharks news: Into the ECC Semi-finals
Sale scored a convincing win in their home quarter final of the European Challenge cup against Brive. Sale ran in tries from Lee Thomas, Sebastien Chabal, Juan Fernandex Lobbe (2), and Will Cliff. They were also awarded a penalty try in the closing minutes. McAlister kicked three penalties and five conversions, earning him a man-of-the-match award. Sale now play Bath away on the 26th April. Sale 49-24 Brive.

Sharks: Victory over Bath
Sale comprehensively defeated the leaguye leaders Bath at Edgeley park, thanks to an outstanding performance from Charlie Hodgson. He led the game and converted Oriol Ripol's try, as well as dropping a goal and kicking four penalties. Sale 22-6 Bath.

SSSC news: Come to the social event of the year



Annual Player Awards Dinner

Our annual dinner will be held on Tuesday 8 th April, 2008 in the Insider Suite at Edgeley Park. Starting time is 7.30 pm for 8 pm.  Our special guest for the evening is Ex-England Captain and Sale legend Steve Smith.  Players from both the first team and the Jets will be in attendance along with the coaching staff.  The dinner is for members and their guests only and is priced at £28 per person.

Full details and paypal ordering facilities are available on this page ...


You can also download the formal letter of invitation here ...

Sharks news: Victory over Gloucester
Gloucester were flattered by the scoreline in this 22-16 win fo rthe Sharks. Sale ran in a lovely Ben Foden try and the rest of teh scores came from the boot of Charlie Hodgson.
Sharks news: Saracens beat Sale
Sale Sharks showed great resolve when they pulled back from 21-0 down. The fightback was not quite strong enough however, and they were eventually beated 24-20, with tries from Chabal and Ripol, and the rest from the boot of Luke McAlister.
Sharks news: Sharks beaten by visiting Warriors
Sale were outplayed by visting Worcester, in apalling conditions. There shoud lbe no excuses, but the weather, the referee, the lack of spark in the crowd and the lack of motivation from teh players all lent a hand in this dreary and disappointing game of rugby. Final scores: Sale 15 - 22 Worcester.
Sharks news: Sharks beat Leicester
Sale Sharks pulled all the stops our and managed to beat Leicester Tigers on their home turf, to pull off a rare League doube. The win brings Sale to fourth in the Premiership table, with a game in hand. Sale's try came from Sebastien Chabal, and the rest from teh boot of Luke McAlister. Sale 14-11 Leicester.
(23/02/2008)
Sharks news: Victory over Leeds
Sale failed to get the four tries they had proudly demanded before this match, however Luke McAlister and Chris Bell did cross the line. Fumbled and forward passes meant that countless more were squandered however. Charlie Hodgson kicked the rest of Sale's points in this chilly 29-3 win.
(15/02/08)
SSSC news: Come and meet Big Mac!

Wednesday 20th February, 7.30 pm, Sapphire Suite, Edgeley Park

The Sale Sharks Supporters Club is delighted to have Luke McAlister as their guest for this evening. Luke will answer all your questions on his life as one of the stars of the All Black team, his move to Sale Sharks and the changes this has brought to his life.

Entrance is free for members of the SSSC, £2.50 non-members, children welcome.

If you are not already a member of the supporters club and would like to join you can do so on line at www.salesupporters.co.uk or you can contact me by email: chairman@salesupporters.co.uk or phone: 07702 911264

SSSC news: Report on the recent social event with James Jennings
Notes on the recent Sale Sharks Supporters Club evening with James Jennings are available here ...
Sharks news: Victory over Quins
The Sharks made slightly heavy work of it, but they won at Edgeley Park against the visiting Harlequins, running in two tries in teh process. Sharks scores came from tries from Oriol Ripol and Chris Jones, Two conversions from Charlie Hodgson and a penalty each for Hodgson and Luke McAlister.
(25/01/08)
SSSC news: Let us entertain you
Details are now available for the forthcoming social events run by the SSSC: An evening with James Jennings and the unmissable Gala Dinner. Full details here...
Sharks news: Last minute controversy in Europe

The Sharks hopes of a home Quarter and Semi Final in the European Challenge Cup were dashed by the fourth official this weekend, when Luke McAlister's last minute penalty kick was adjudged not to have been successful. Sharks and Montpellier shared the points and bothe teams now progress to the knockout stages. Sharks will face Brive at Edgeley Park, and if the seedings go to plan will then travel to face Bath away in the semi finals. Luke McAllister scored all of the Sharks' points.
14-14
(20/01/08)

Sharks news: Still riding high in Europe
Sale Sharks, with an experimental side, walked their victory on Friday night, winding up with 45 points on the board, and another bonus point victory. Sharks try-scorers were Chris Bell (3), Chris Mayor (2) and Mark Cueto. Final score 45-6
(11/01/08)
Sale FC news: Whitewash
Sale FC destroyed Aspull RFC when they visted on the 5th, running away 0-30 winners.
(05/01/08)
Jets news: Heavy defeat to Leicester
The Jets took a beating last night away to Leicester Tigers A squad, losing 61-3. Jets points came from the boot of Matt Riley.
(07/01/08)
Sharks news: Defeat to London Irish
The Sharks' winning streak was brought to a halt this weekend when they visited London Irish. The London outfit scored three tries, but all Sale could muster was four penalties, ably kicked by Luke McAlister.
(06/01/08)
Sharks news: Victory in Headingly
The Sharks continued their winning streak with a four try victory over struggling Leeds. Sharks tryscorers were Lee Thomas (2), Oriol Ripol and Chris Mayor. The kickers changed surprisingly often: Charlie Hodgson scored two vital early penalities and two conversions, with Luke McAlister and Julien Laharrague getting a conversion apiece. Sale 34-20 Leeds (30/12/07)
Sharks FC news: Victory over Tigers
Sale Sharks took four vital league points against the visiting Leicester Tigers. Rory Lamont scored Sale's only try, which was accompanied by four penalties from Charlie Hodgson and one from Luke McAlister. Sale 20-14 Leicester (23/12/07).
Sale FC news: Defeat to Wilmslow
Sale FC lost at Heywood Road to visting table toppers Wilmslow. Jack Moorhouse scored Sale's only points. Sale 5-32 Wilmslow (18/12/07).
SSSC news: A mo for Hambo

"Matt Hampson is now known all over the country as the inspirational figure who has given hope to people going through a rough period in their lives, the guy who got injured but wouldn't take it lying down."

During the month of November many Guinness premiership players, including Sale Sharks players, grew moustaches as part of the "Grow a 'mo' for Hambo" campaign and gave a £5 donation.  Now it's our turn.

The Sale Sharks Supporters Club with the help of the Leicester Tigers Supporters Club will be providing false moustaches at our game against Leicester Tigers at Edgeley Park next Sunday.  Our aim is to have as many people as possible sporting a Mo for Hambo.  As this game is live on Sky TV this will be a great opportunity to promote Matt's cause.

You can make your £5 donation on line now by clicking the button below, and collect your moustache from the Supporters Club table on the day (bring your paypal receipt with you) or you can donate on the day.

If you are a business (or just very generous) you can also help by sponsoring this event - if you would like to help us buy even more moustaches please email chairman@salesupporters.co.uk or ring 07702 911264 for more details on how you can help.


 
 
Sharks news: Another Challenge Cup win
Having won away to Bayonne last week, the Sharks took to the field on Thursday night cold and perhaps a bit complacent, however the second half was a satifying display of running rugby with four tries. Sale try scorers were Oriol Ripol (2), Luke McAlister and Julien Laharrague. Charlie Hodgson kicked the rest of Sales points: Sale 32-10 Bayonne (13/12/07)
Jets news: Newcastle destroy Jets
The Jets suffered a six try walkover at Heywood Road at the hands of visting Newcastle. Jets lock Glen Towson scored the only Sale try. He was accompanied in the second row by new Sharks signing Brent Cockbain.
Jets 7-43 Newcastle (10/12/07)
Sharks news: Massive victory against Bayonne in European Cup
Sale Sharks all star team finally clicked at the weekend, with backs and forwards in happy harmony against home side Bayonne. Sharks tries came from Rory Lamont (2), Chris Mayor (2), Charlie Hodgson, Oriol Ripol, Sililo Martens and Richard Wigglesworth. Sale now sit comfortably at the top of their group table, undefeated and with a bonus point in all matches thus far. Sharks 51 - 12 Bayonne (08/12/07)
Sharks news: out of the EDF cup
Sale Sharks were knocked conclusively our of the EDF Energy cup by a powerful Leiecster Tigers team which notched up 32 points to the Skarks 8 (all scored by Luke McAlister). Sharks 8-32 Leicester (30/11/07)
SSSC news: Quiz!
Xmas Quiz - this is a tough quiz, with little if anything to do with rugby. The quiz sheets cost £2 and will be available at all SSSC events and home matches. Closing date for the return of answers is the first home match of 2008 (Petrarca) 30 minutes before kick off.
Ideal  for the Xmas period when the TV is rubbish and there is no rugby to watch. Might even keep the kids quiet trying to 'Google' the answers. Prizes to be advised on this site.
Sharks news: Bonus point win on the road
Sale Sharks looked back on form in this weekends clash against Worcester Warriors. Whilst this was (probably) not the first choice team, every position was filled with class. Luke McAlister may have been Sky's poster boy for the event, but the whole team played together and made a thoroughly satisfying victory. Four tries (Cueto, Schofield, Foden and Lamont) as well as successful kicks from Hodgson (Penalty and conversion) and McAlister (3 penalties). Final score Sale 34-14 Worcester. (23/11/07)
SSSC news: European Challenge Cup win
Sale currently sit at the top of their pool table, on a maximum, 10 points, in the European Challenge Cup, having won away to Petrarca 53-14. Tries came from Cueto (2), Lamont (2), Faure, Schofield, Day and Tait and Lee Thomas kicked five conversions and a penalty. Petrarca 14-53 Sharks (17/11/07)
Sale FC news: Another defeat
Sale FC lost away to Widnes in the RFU Cup on Saturday, 17-12.
SSSC news: Quiz Night!

Sale Sharks Supporters Club are holding a Quiz Night plus Q & A with Robbie Dickson on Tuesday 27 th November at Edgeley Park . The fun kicks off at 7.30pm.

Come down with a team of people (max 6 per team) or just bring yourself and we can put you in a team on the night! Players will be in attendance, with at least one player joining each team. Prizes include a signed shirt, crate of beer and other prizes. There will also be chance to relax and enjoy tales from Sale 's legendary Robbie Dickson!

Entry is free for SSSC members, £2 for non-members.

For further details, keep an eye on the SSSSC website www.salesupporters.co.uk or the Sportnetwork Message Board at www.salerugby.co.uk or e-mail social@salesupporters.co.uk

SSSC news: Announcement

The SSSC Committee have now agreed that we will no longer provide food at our future functions unless the occasion warrants it. We were under the impression that members wanted refreshments following comments after the French Night last season, and we'd hoped that the provision of food might've attracted greater numbers to our events. Unfortunately this didn't happen and, if anything, numbers have dwindled.

On a separate note we are longer in a position to hold this month's Scottish Night which we'd planned and booked for 27 th November. Unfortunately the Club have decided to host a concurrent event - a World Cup Coming Home Party - the day after, which therefore limits player availability, and we have been unsuccessful in our plans to hold an alternative function.

We'd hoped to present the SSSC's donation to the Wooden Spoon Society at the November evening but will now have to look to do this at a future event. We apologise to anyone who had looked forward to the Scottish Night, and we're hoping to arrange another supporters' evening in January. Further details to follow.

Sale fc news: Loss for Sale
Sale FC lost their match this weekend against Wilmslow 21-8.
Sharks news: ECC win
The Sharks opened their European Challenge Cup campaign with a six try victory over Montpellier, winning the match 49-6. Points came from Charlie Hodgsons boot and tries from Hodgson, Chabal, Hanlety, Mayor and two from Wigglesworth.
SSSC news: Coach travel to Bayonne match
The SSSC has organised a coach to the Bayonne ground for those travelling to france and stayiong nearby. More details on the Euro Travel Page.
Sharks news: Vital home victory in AngloWelsh Cup
Sale worked a fine win on Friday night at Edgeley Park in the EDF cup against visitors Bath. Chris Bell scored the Sharks only try of the match, and Charlie Hodgson kicked all of the remaining Sharks poinst. Score: 25-10
Sharks news: Defeat to Cardiff on the road in AngloWelsh Cup
The Sharks fell to a strong Cardiff side in the EDF cup, the Welsh side running in four tries and looking a good bet for a place in the knock out stages. Sharks tries came from Rory Lamont and Lee Thomas, kicks from Hodgson.
(posted 29/10/07)

Sharks news: World cup players all heading to Cheshire
Sale's international players have all now completed their tour of duty and should turn up for training this week. Luke McAllister joins one week later as his contract starts in November.
(posted 22/10/07)
Sharks news: Sharks win, with a bonus point
Sale Sharks won a thrilling match of rugby on Friday night, in whoch teh lead changed hands several times and the crowd were treated to six tries - four from the Sharks..
(posted 22/10/07)
Sale FC news: Sale win at Heywood Road
Sale FC notched up a victory over Anselmians at Heywood Roadon Saturday, running in 33 points to the visitors' 13.
(posted 22/10/07)
Sharks news: Demoralising defeat on the road
Despite the first half score of 12-12, with Sale scoring two tries, the Sharks could not manage to stay in the game for the second half. Gloucester finished the game on top, and maintained their place at the top of the Premiership table 31-12. Sharks points came from a Benoit Bourrust try, an Oriol Ripol try and a Hodgson conversion.
(posted 15/10/07)
Sharks news: Sharks triumph over Wasps
The Sharks scored all the points in Friday night's win over vuisiting Wasps. Final score was 16-0. Report here ...
(posted 08//10/07)
Sale FC news: Away loss for Sale FC
The first xv lost their match this weekend away at Widnes 26-5.
SSSC news: Meet James Wade and the Jets
The second Sale Sharks Supporters Club social event of the season takes place on the 24th October at Heywood Road and features James Wade and the Jets. Click here for more information and tickets ...
(posted 01/10/07)

Sharks news: Travelling Sharks lose to Bath
The Sharks suffered a morale busting loss on the road to Bath this weekend. Charlie Hodgson scored a drop goal, a conversion and three penalties, but could not slot a last gasp drop goal to win the match. Oriol Ripol ran in for Sale's only try. Sale 19 - 21 Bath
(posted 01/10/07)

Sale FC news: First team loss
Sale FC first XV lost at home this weekend to Wigan, 11-20, however the second XV won away from home at Buxton 7-27.
(posted 01/10/07)
SSSC news: Request for support
The SSSC wants your stories about our outgoing chairman for the next issue of the supporters magazine. More details here ...
Sharks news: Bristol

The Sharks ran in a pleasing victory on Sunday in front of a rather thin and very wet Edgeley park. Full report here ...

Sharks news: Newcastle
The Sharks fell victim to a classy Newcastle side, despite running in two tries (one from Ben Foden and a second from Lee Thomas) at Kingston Park. Final Score: Newcastle 33- 12 Sale
Jets news: Exciting draw

Last night saw a highly entertaining game of rugby played out at a respectably full Heywood Road. Seven tries were scored in all, and the lead changed several times. The game ended dramatically when Sale scored a last gasp try, between the posts, and Rhys Jones capped off an excellent night by converting to bring the scores level at 31-31.

(posted 11/09//07)

Travel news: European dates now announced
ERC Rugby have finally announced the first four fixtures, dates and times, so you can start planning travel. The fixtures are here and travel information here.

(posted 07/09//07)
SSSC news: Important announcement
Following tonight's SSSC Committee meeting, the Committee has released the following statement:

"Due to ongoing concerns about her health Anne has decided to resign as Chairman and stand down as a member of the Sale Sharks Supporters Club Committee.

The SSSC Committee wish her a full and speedy recovery."

(posted 05/09//07)

Sale FC news: Sale FC dominate in first home matches
Sale FC could not have had a better pair of opening home matches this weekend, with the first xv winning 40-7 against Winnington Park, and the second xv 71-0 against Duckinfield. The thirds played away and lost 14-5 to Stockport. (posted 03/09//07)
Sharks news: Inter-squad warmup game
Two Sharks teams took to the pitch on Friday 31st August, consisting broadly a first xv and a second xv. Unsurprisingly the first xv ran home winners, but there were enough good performances from all palyers to keep the coaching staff thinking who should be starting against Newcastle away in two weeks time. (posted 03/09//07)
Sharks news: Samoa win in world cup warm-up
A Sale team full of young talent could only stand by and watch as a physical and fluent Samoa side ran in try after try in this exciting wrm up match. The Sharks looked sharper tham last year i many ways though, and certain players stood out, in particular Charlie Hodgson and Rudi Keil. The Sale score came courtesy of a penalty try, converted by Hodgosn. Sharks 7-24 Samoa (posted 28/08/07)
Sharks news: Victory on the fields of France
Sale ran home winners of the away friendly fixture against Bayonne. Charlie Hodgson kicked a conversion and four penalties, Rhys Jones kicked a further penalty and the try came from Michael Hills. Sharks 22-17 Bayonne (posted 20/08/07)
Jets news: Middlesex 7s
The Sale team progressed to the quarter finals of the annual Middlesex 7s tournament, but were knocked out by a very good London Irish team. (posted 20/08/07)
Sharks and Jets news: Sharks in action
Over on the Sale Supporters blog regular reporter Ben Lomond gives details of all sharks in action over the weekend, including the team being sent to Twickenham for the Middlesex 7s.
Sharks news: World cup round up
Regular reporter Ben Lomond provides us (courtesy of the Sale Supporters blog) with a round up of Sale Sharks players who look set to feature in the world cup. Full story here ...
Sharks news: The ink is dry
The season starts now! Following a long quiet summer new came in over night that Sale have signed top flight All Black 10 Luke McAlister. The move was expected, but supporters have been left in limbo, worrying that the deal migt never come off.

"Luke is one of the best young players in world rugby, and can play either 10, 12 or 13," said Sharks rugby director Philippe Saint-Andre.

"With Charlie Hodgson and Luke in the side, we have two fantastic playmakers, and his signing is exactly the signing I have been trying to make to help us become a dominant force in northern hemisphere rugby.

"It is great news for the supporters, who are only too well aware that our chances of competing for honours last season were badly hit when Charlie was injured.

"With Luke's signing, he can cover for Charlie when he is on England duty."

This is fantastic news for all Sale Supporters and adds to the report of other signings below.

 

Offseason Report

Well, the Sharks had a pretty tough time of it in the 2006/2007 season, nobody will deny that. Injury ran rampant through the squad all through the season, morale dropped, fortress Edgeley began to be seen as the place to go for easy away points.

Let us not forget, however, that the Sharks were champions all season long. Let us not forget that come the new season the Sharks will be back to full strength. Let nobody write off the Sharks.

Next season Sale Supporters will be seeing a slightly different squd lining up, and there can be no doubt that favourites such as Andy Titterell and Barry Stewart will be sorley missed. Jason Robinson will be irreplaceable. The SSSC would like to extend a fond farewell to all the departing Sharks: Mark Taylor, Daniel Larrechea, Jason Robinson, Barry Stewart, Andy Titterell.

However, just as what goes up must come down, so those departures mean there will be some new Sharks: Julien Laharrague has extended his three month stay to a full contract for next year; and Scott Lawson and Rory Lamont join us. Two more recent signings are Rudi Keil, the South African Centre, and Benoit Bourrust, the French Prop Forward.

Back too are the European Challenge Cup and the World Cup, which will mean a host of Sharks will travel throughout Europe.

The Management at Edgeley Park are taking a closer interest in the SSSC, and in supporters in general and we feel that next season will be a much more pleasant experience for all concerned.

Inside Sharks, the excellent new Sharks magazine has been published and for those yet to experience it, it is available to purchase at the Sale Sharks website. Go on. You know you want a copy.

 

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