In the pre-season transfer news, NTU Rugby has reappointed Gene Tong as head coach for acad yr 2008-2009.

Gene was the coach of NTU Rugby during the 2005-2006 season when they lost out to archrivals NUS by two tries.

Craving to get rid of the bitter after-taste, Gene is back with a vengeance and is eager to rebuild the confidence and structure of the team after a disappointing Tri-University Competition earlier this year.

Gene: I was disappionted in the manner we lost to NUS in 2006. We lost it due to the lack of fitness. This year, you can expect a different NTU side. I have set high standards and goals for the team and will work closely with the players to achieve it.

To win the Tri-University Competition is no easy feat, but with conviction, determination and discepline from each and everyone of them, I'm sure we can do it!