The Force execs have been busy rustling up players for their new team. So far they've managed to nab Flyhalf Lachlan Mackay from the Waratahs as well as Red Nathan Sharpe. Clyde Rathbone's over in Perth being wooed, so we'll have to wait for the outcome on his expedition. Reds Ben Tune, who for all money was expected to sign up with Perth, is wavering - he has a young family and a new baby to consider so he's got some thinking to do as yet. And, in an interesting move the Force has withdrawn its offer to lock Hugh McMeniman who's been one of the shining lights in the dark hole that has been the Reds Super 12 2005 season. Jostle, jostle!

Former Waratahs player Milton Thaiday has decided to switch codes and play rugby league, the code he grew up playing, and he's under contract to the Newcastle Knights. Good luck!

Hansie's tips are up. I've just started thinking about mine.... as usual.... Some are simple decisions this week, and then there's Stormers vs Blues... hmmmmm