We managed to catch up with Dino this morning in the middle of his busy daily schedule while he was sitting on the Jammie Steps observing the sights...this is what he had to say:
Dino, you well:
Dino: Jaaa man, all good in the hood. Amped for tonights game.
Dino: But shit there are some beautiful girls strutting their stuff this morning...
Are you not concerned about winter being here and the fact that they are now wearing more clothes?
Dino: Good point, but I reckon with more clothes comes a bit more sophistication, this get's my imagination going....
Oh right. Have you got a minute to spare to answer some questions for us?
Dino: Bru we could sit here for hours...I got nowhere to be.
Ok brilliant, it will only take a minute...
Dino: Fire away...
You first memory of The Cobras?
First memory of the Cobras would have to be my first game for the Cobras. It was cold, windy evening on the green mile and it was the quarter finals in 2009. I was nervous as I was only in grade 11 and much smaller than evryone else (despite nico). I don't remember that much but I do remember my first lineout when stand-in captain, Graeme Steen, looked me dead in the eye and said, "Dino, you see that guy... (he then proceeded to point at an oppososion player)... I want you to fucking kill him, fucking kill him Dino!". Truely inspiring.
When did you get your first Cap for the purple and white?
2009, when i was in grade 11.
Preferred position on the field?
My favourite position is 8th man, nothing better than a pick and go off a scrum thats dominating, most great players around the world play at 8 aswell. Although I do enjoy playing on the flank, blindside defense is always fun.
Off the field?
Straying offside from time to time.
First memory of the Cobras would have to be my first game for the Cobras. It was cold, windy evening on the green mile and it was the quarter finals in 2009. I was nervous as I was only in grade 11 and much smaller than evryone else (despite nico). I don't remember that much but I do remember my first lineout when stand-in captain, Graeme Steen, looked me dead in the eye and said, "Dino, you see that guy... (he then proceeded to point at an oppososion player)... I want you to fucking kill him, fucking kill him Dino!". Truely inspiring.
When did you get your first Cap for the purple and white?
2009, when i was in grade 11.
Preferred position on the field?
My favourite position is 8th man, nothing better than a pick and go off a scrum thats dominating, most great players around the world play at 8 aswell. Although I do enjoy playing on the flank, blindside defense is always fun.
Off the field?
Straying offside from time to time.
Dino looking very stressed in the Greek Islands...
Favourite Cobras song?
I do enjoy most of the songs, last week in the changing room was incredibly festive but the few that stand out have got to be the Weather man's, Cobi's and Cian's, they all get the whole team going, but the best song for me would have to be Anton's one that he delievered in fine fashion last week. Always a fan favourite.
Where is the best spot to bird watch on campus?
Interesting question, for those willing to go the distance then I'd recommend any Film and Media class, there are loads of dumb but pretty girls that do that course. Otherwise Jammie steps is also a good call.
Relationship status?
In a relationship, 7 months and its been good so far. Not yet at the 'considering marriage stage' that Warren and Julz are at ha ha.
Where could we find you on any given night on the jol?
I do enjoy most of the songs, last week in the changing room was incredibly festive but the few that stand out have got to be the Weather man's, Cobi's and Cian's, they all get the whole team going, but the best song for me would have to be Anton's one that he delievered in fine fashion last week. Always a fan favourite.
Where is the best spot to bird watch on campus?
Interesting question, for those willing to go the distance then I'd recommend any Film and Media class, there are loads of dumb but pretty girls that do that course. Otherwise Jammie steps is also a good call.
Relationship status?
In a relationship, 7 months and its been good so far. Not yet at the 'considering marriage stage' that Warren and Julz are at ha ha.
Where could we find you on any given night on the jol?
mmm... Tin Roof dance floor perhaps. That playlist is ageless.
Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
Very very rich, owning a mansion, living in America, the works.
Black Label or Castle?
Black Label, just feels better to be drinking something that sponsors us our shorts. Although if a Castle is going, I"m not one to turn it down.
Who is your role model in the cobras and why?
There are a lot of choices in this catergory, but as a young memeber, I'd have to go with Kyle Rennie. As a fellow 8, Kyle has been doing it for years, showing experience and great skill at the position. His relaxed manner of living mixed with intensity on the field has really helped me build confidence on the field and feel welcome in the team.
Which Cobra would you want with you if you were stuck on a deserted island and why?
Warren Bulter, despite his leadership skills and some sense of resourcefulness, at least I'm certain he'll die of old age before me.
Cobras FTW?
Definitely, if we play like we did last week we should cruise home to another victory. I doubt it will be as easy as last week, but if our forwards set that physical platform from last week and our back run like they did, we should be 2-0 going into the 2 week break.
What's your view of the vibe in the Cobras?
Well, I think the answer to this question is already known if you were in Stones last week, but here is is again. Last week just proved to me why I love playing in this team, the entire build-up and all. Dinner at Hudsons, pre-game chat, bbm group jokes, the actual match and the fines with the night afterwards was all just one amazing experience, and I can't wait for tomoorow and the rest of the season.
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