Thought the Aboriginal language as a start to the Anthem was good, along with the challenge/war dance. I'd have no problem with both elements being recognised and incorporated to the pre-game formalities.
I have no idea about Aboriginal tribal customs. So if this is how I am educated then so be it! Good stuff NRL.
Maybe we could raise some money & pass the hat around for braless Jess. Or get Victoria's secret to sponsor the game. After each game Jess could throw one into the crowd, just like JT's headgear. I thought the Anthem was cool, but not so much with the Haka thing.
Nothing beats the Maori Haka V Aboriginal War cry from a few years ago http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=Nk2Cwl_flZc
That was pretty full on...who won the match? (Interesting to see the Maori side included James Tamou)
I think Cook Islands v NZ Maori done opposing 'hakas' that resulted in an all-in fight. Can't find the video though. [hr] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WhyxfmoSxOA&feature=youtube_gdata_player Found it!!
Like this one https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UmQSbWaXcoY Little known fact Thurston and Tahu could change sides for a Pac Islander team. Due to the fact that both there fathers are Maori's
1. Aboriginal anthem verse: like it, needs to be brought into the anthem fulltime, almost as good as the Maori part of the NZ anthem. 2. War dance: we should oppose the haka with that, spears and all.
