just force taps natural elements have shaped wa, word spirit strong, powerful , dynamic, , reflects independent, open-minded , entrepreneurial way west aussies approach things.
at launch of new team, revealed john mulvihill head coach of spirit inaugural season. mulvihill super 14 western force attack coach. team s jersey arc traditional design black , gold hoops.
the arc competition started in august, spirit playing first home game on second weekend of august. spirit s home games played @ members equity stadium. @ time, western force did not play @ members equity @ larger capacity venue of subiaco oval. however, members equity stadium better suited rugby due rectangular configuration. stadium had capacity of around 17,000 in 2007. has since been expanded hold on 20,000 and, due sponsorship deal, known nib stadium.
the players in arc squad adopted unconventional name of perth pigs . team captained half matt henjak after overcame injury. tai mcisaac vice-captain. perth finished third on league table after regular season, , played central coast rays in semi-final @ gosford. rays won match 20–8.
the australian rugby championship terminated @ end of 2007 after 1 season of competition, australian rugby union citing higher costs budgeted , further projected financial losses. perth spirit team disbanded end of arc competition.
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