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Mon, Mar 12 2012 23:54:38

Remembering Jock Hobbs

Tributes are flowing after the death of former NZ rugby official Jock Hobbs. The 52-year-old passed away after battling leukaemia.

  1. Jock Hobbs succumbs to leukaemia - March 13, 2012

    Former All Blacks captain Jock Hobbs has died after a battle with cancer that started in 2006.

    Hobbs was instrumental in securing Rugby World Cup 2011 for New Zealand, and a central figure in the battle to keep top players onboard with the NZ Rugby Union when Kerry Packer came calling in 1995.

  2. AllBlacks
    All Blacks@AllBlacks
    Its with great sadness and regret that we bring the news #Jock Hobbs has passed away in the last hour ow.ly/9Clar.
    Mon, Mar 12 2012 21:48:03
  3. QantasWallabies
    Qantas Wallabies@QantasWallabies
    On behalf of Australian Rugby, we send our condolences to the family of Jock Hobbs following his passing this afternoon. #rugbyunited #rugby
    Mon, Mar 12 2012 21:47:13
  4. HelenClarkUNDP
    Helen Clark@HelenClarkUNDP
    Saddened to hear news of death of #JockHobbs, outstanding #NewZealander instrumental in bringing #RWC2011 to NZ. RIP Jock.
    Mon, Mar 12 2012 23:48:58
  5. FORU_Inc
    Oceania Rugby@FORU_Inc
    Terribly sad to hear of the passing of Jock Hobbs - a real gentlemen & a great supporter of Rugby in NZ & the region. May he rest in Peace
    Mon, Mar 12 2012 22:33:25
  6. kateEleach
    Kate Leach@kateEleach
    Thoughts are with Michael and the rest of Jock Hobbs' family right now xxxxxxxxxx
    Mon, Mar 12 2012 23:33:54
  7. hawkesbayhard
    Nehe Turei@hawkesbayhard
    So sad to hear NZ rugby legend Jock Hobbs died. May he and 'Tiny' White kick back and have a beer in rugby heaven
    Mon, Mar 12 2012 22:36:35
  8. _MissSophieM_
    Sophie McGrath@_MissSophieM_
    Amazing that RIP Jock Hobbs is trending worldwide... that just shows how much he meant to everyone <3
    Mon, Mar 12 2012 22:12:40
  9. CoryJane1080
    Cory Jane@CoryJane1080
    RIP Jock Hobbs.. A Great man and legend for all he did for NZ rugby..
    Mon, Mar 12 2012 22:08:12
  10. CartertonRugby FootballClub
    CartertonRugby FootballClub
    Thank you Jock Hobbs for all you have done for New Zealand rugby. Player (21 tests and four as captain) and administrator extraordinaire. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. A true legend.
    Mon, Mar 12 2012 22:04:07
  11. Video: Gregor Paul and Wynne Gray remember Jock Hobbs: http://www.nzherald.co.nz/sport/news/video.cfm?c_id=4&gal_cid=4&gallery_id=124460 http://pic.twitter.com/0ga4zV3s
    nzherald@nzherald
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    Mon, Mar 12 2012 23:32:08
  12. Hayley_Jae
    Hayley Jacobsen@Hayley_Jae
    Just heard about Jock Hobbs. I'm not big on sports, but I know he was quite a dude.
    Mon, Mar 12 2012 23:42:37
  13. Tony Wells
    Tony Wells
    RIP Jock Hobbs, "the man that saved rugby" a great legend and a great guy
    Mon, Mar 12 2012 23:28:45
  14. Remembering Jock Hobbs: A life in pictures

    Click here to view a photo essay on Jock Hobbs' life.
  15. Jock Hobbs
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    Thu, Mar 08 2012 12:01:54
  16. jimisambard
    Jim Donovan@jimisambard
    Jock Hobbs. AB captain, saved the game when it went pro, and got NZ the 2011 tournament. Deserved a knighthood. A great man.
    Mon, Mar 12 2012 23:29:23
  17. aarianaf
    Ariana@aarianaf
    Me nga whakaaro, inoi aroha atu te Whanau o Jock Hobbs. Moe mai ra.
    Mon, Mar 12 2012 23:27:29
  18. Richie grabs 100th test cap and thanks mum - September 26, 2011

    All Blacks captain Richie McCaw became the first player to earn 100 test caps for New Zealand, and Jock Hobbs was there to present him with his commemorative cap.

    The presentation ceremony took place following the All Blacks' decisive 37-17 victory over France in pool play.

    McCaw's mother Margaret said:

    We know Jock as a friend from way back, and it was really special that he was there as Richard admires him greatly, and was really honoured that he was the one to present his cap.

    - story by Nicholas Jones
  19. Jock Hobbs' "determination drove him to many successes in his life." nzh.tw/10790841 http://pic.twitter.com/pAFh94Yt
    nzherald@nzherald
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    Mon, Mar 12 2012 23:00:27
  20. Lovelyhoneybees
    Ryoko Yamada@Lovelyhoneybees
    When I saw Jock Hobbs last is on the field of Westpac Stadium for RWC2011; Muliaina received ABs centurian cap from Jock. What a shock. RIP.
    Mon, Mar 12 2012 23:07:16
  21. Holly1D4EVA
    Holly ツ @Holly1D4EVA
    I can't actually believe Jock Hobbs is dead...I keep thinking about when he gave Richie the 100th test cap..
    Mon, Mar 12 2012 22:27:07
  22. Jock Hobbs resigns - December 10, 2010

    In 2010 the resignation of Jock Hobbs from the role of NZ Rugby Union chairman was announced.

    NZRU CEO Steve Tew said:

    Under Jock's Chairmanship, the NZRU has enjoyed a period of sustained achievement on and off the field, while the game in New Zealand has also had to navigate a number of major challenges.

    - story by nzherald.co.nz
  23. Steve Tew talks about Jock Hobbs leaving the NZRU
    nzrugby
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    Thu, May 06 2010 22:13:50
  24. TheAxeAttack
    Lance Muaiava@TheAxeAttack
    I've been priveledged to watch Jock Hobbs in person at a few ABs tests. My condolences to the Hobbs Family. #RestInLove
    Mon, Mar 12 2012 23:31:45
  25. loveloulabel
    Loulabel@loveloulabel
    oh :( rest in beautiful peace Jock Hobbs! Your inspiring spirit will stay forever! xx
    Mon, Mar 12 2012 23:25:49

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