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	Andrew Mehrtens - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Andrew Philip Mehrtens (born 28 April 1973 in Durban, South Africa) is a New Zealand rugby union footballer who has been one of the top fly-halves (or first five-eighths) in the world since the advent of the sport's professional era in the mid-1990s.
		Mehrtens is currently the all-time leading scorer for the All Blacks, with 967 points (all statistics as of 21 September 2005).
		Mehrtens is generally considered to be somewhat of a liability in defense; however, he has more than compensated for any deficiencies in that area by being a dangerous opportunist as a ballcarrier, having one of the best kicking games in world rugby, and possessing a highly developed tactical sense.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Andrew_Mehrtens (459 words)

	Andrew Mehrtens -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-07-24)
		Mehrtens' New Zealand parents lived in South Africa for four years from 1970 and returned to New Zealand when he was a young child, and he grew up in (Industrial city at the center of a rich agricultural region) Christchurch.
		Mehrtens made an immediate impact, scoring 28 points against (A nation in northern North America; the French were the first Europeans to settle in mainland Canada) Canada in his Test debut; at that time, that was the highest point total ever by a player making his international debut.
		In Super 12, Mehrtens was a key member of the (A warrior who engages in a holy war) Crusaders side that won the competition four times in five years (1998-2000, 2002), and is second on that competition's all-time scoring list.
	www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/a/an/andrew_mehrtens.htm (417 words)

	RugbyRugby : Latest News (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-07-24)
		Andrew Mehrtens' quest for a recall to the All Black squad suffered yet another setback when it was revealed on Monday that he suffered a small fracture of his right thumb during the Crusaders'; 20-17 Super 12 win over the Reds in Brisbane at the weekend.
		Luckily, for Mehrtens, the Crusaders have a bye this week and their next match is against the Chiefs in Hamilton on Saturday, March 20, giving the veteran points-machine some hope that he won't be missing too much game time.
		Mehrtens was recalled to the Crusaders'; starting XV last week, ahead of the Reds match, after coming off the bench in the four-time champions' first two Super 12 matches of the season - which were losses to the Waratahs and the Blues.
	www.rugbyrugby.com /LATEST_NEWS/story_34703.shtml (406 words)

	Kefu back for Wallabies (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-07-24)
		Goal-kicking ace Mehrtens was to undergo a scan yesterday to establish the seriousness of an injury to his left knee.
		Mehrtens continues to limp and the New Zealanders' statement on the likelihood of him playing was an ambiguous "doubtful but hopeful".
		Mehrtens has scored 560 points in his 37 tests for New Zealand and was badly missed when replaced by Tony Brown in the second half against Scotland.
	www.namibian.com.na /Netstories/Sport10-99/kefu.html (258 words)

	ninemsn Encarta - Search Results - Andrew St (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-07-24)
		Andrew, St, one of the 12 apostles of Jesus Christ and the brother of Simon (later the apostle Peter).
		St Andrews, burgh in Fife, central Scotland, on St Andrews Bay (an inlet of the North Sea).
		Lang, Andrew (1844-1912), Scottish scholar and man of letters, born in Selkirk, and educated at the universities of St Andrews and Oxford.
	au.encarta.msn.com /Andrew_St.html (95 words)

	New Zealand's source for sport, rugby, cricket & league news on Stuff.co.nz: Mehrtens says he'll return to NZ (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-07-24)
		Andrew Mehrtens is not sure when he will return to New Zealand but is adamant he will be back.
		Mehrtens, who brought to yesterday's media conference the No. 10 jersey he will wear at his new London club Harlequins, said it is unlikely he will play for his High School Old Boys club again.
		Mehrtens was in an ebullient mood – the type that has journalists nervously wondering if their dictaphone tapes would run out before the interview ended – and even added he would like to give refereeing a crack at some stage.
	www.stuff.co.nz /stuff/0,2106,3323323a10295,00.html (677 words)

	Print Article: Super 12 final heroics earn Mehrtens trial
		Andrew Mehrtens has been handed an international life buoy, but it is attached to a long piece of rope.
		Mehrtens, 31, came off the bench in the 22nd minute with the Crusaders trailing the Brumbies 33-0 and played a leading hand in helping them to a 47-38 loss.
		Wherever Mehrtens is ranked, his inclusion in the trial squads is a damning indictment on Deans, who has played Cameron McIntyre ahead of him in the Crusaders.
	www.rugbyheaven.smh.com.au /cgi-bin/common/popupPrintArticle.pl?path=/articles/2004/05/25/1085461753626.html (530 words)

	Andrew Mehrtens (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-07-24)
		Mehrtens hizo un impacto inmediato, anotando 28 puntos contra Canadá en su principio de la prueba; en aquella 'epoca, ése era el total del punto más alto siempre por un jugador que hacía su principio internacional.
		Mehrtens es actualmente el scorer principal absoluto para todos los negros, con 967 puntos (toda la estadística a partir del el 14 de agosto de 2004).
		Mehrtens se concede generalmente para estar algo de una responsabilidad en defensa; sin embargo, poseyendo más que lo ha compensado para cualquier deficiencia en que área siendo un opportunist peligroso como ma's ballcarrier, teniendo uno de los mejores juegos que golpeaban con el pie en rugbi del mundo, y un sentido táctico altamente desarrollado.
	www.yotor.net /wiki/es/an/Andrew%20Mehrtens.htm (476 words)

	World Cup Web 100% Unofficial
		Mehrtens comes in for Nathan Mauger, who is relegated to the bench, and Deans said the former All Black had fully deserved his recall on recent form.
		Deans said 30-year-old Mehrtens' age was not a factor, and insisted that his decision to recall the veteran had not been influenced by a media debate surrounding the player's continued exclusion.
		Mehrtens' return to the No. 10 jersey is the first tentative step to the 66-test veteran staking a claim for the All Blacks later in the year.
	worldcupweb.com /WCrugby/donews.asp?ID=2210 (782 words)

	Rugby: News: We Believed, Says Relieved Mehrts
		Mehrtens, who was a late callup to the starting XV after Aaron Mauger's eleventh-hour defection, scored a try and played a key role in the Crusaders' 33-27 victory that finally bursts the Sydneysiders' bubble.
		Mehrtens, who shrugged off the pressure of the late switch from the bench role he normally occupies, praised "a hell of a forward pack" for laying the foundation for the victory and also lauded the "skilful outside backs" who gratefully feasted on the turnover ball dished up by the Tahs.
		Mehrtens said his own promotion had been "a bit of a surprise" but something he was able to take in his stride with his vast experience.
	xtramsn.co.nz /rugby/0,,12416-4251360,00.html (619 words)

	Better than ever by Bruce Ansley \| New Zealand Listener
		Mehrtens was not complaining, but he was in bad trouble.
		A fairy-tale run, says Henry, and bungs Mehrtens back in the All Blacks, although his turned-down grin says he doesn't believe in fables and he squints brimstone when I ask him about it: "I didn't say he was lucky.
		It was short and sharp and it was Mehrtens.
	www.listener.co.nz /printable,2117.sm (1855 words)

	RTÉ.ie Sport - Mehrtens returns to All Black line-up
		Flyhalf Andrew Mehrtens has been recalled to the New Zealand starting line-up by coach Graham Henry for Saturday's Tri-Nations test against South Africa in Johannesburg.
		Mehrtens replaces Carlos Spencer who was dropped from the side that lost 23-18 to Australia in Sydney last Saturday.
		Mehrtens will win his 70th cap and his first start in the Tri-Nations since 2002 after being overlooked throughout the 2003 World Cup year by former All Black coach John Mitchell.
	www.rte.ie /sport/2004/0811/mehrtens.html (282 words)

	CNNSI.com - Rugby Union - Mehrtens dropped as Crusaders' Super 12 defense fades - Thursday May 03, 2001 09:55 AM
		Mehrtens has been the biggest casualty of the 2000 champions' indifferent season which has left their semifinal hopes and ambitions of a fourth straight title in the hands of their rivals.
		Mehrtens, who was unavailable for comment on his demotion for youngster Aaron Mauger for the second week running, swelled the crowd to over 1,000 when his High School Old Boys club beat Linwood last Saturday.
		If Mehrtens fails to make the Crusaders' side for their final match next week against the Otago Highlanders, his place in the All Black squad to face Samoa in Albany on June 16 will be in jeopardy.
	sportsillustrated.cnn.com /rugby/news/2001/05/03/super_12_crusaders (666 words)

	'I've got no gripes with Deans' - International - RugbyHeaven
		Born-again All Black Andrew Mehrtens admits he was "disappointed not to be persisted with" in the Super 12 campaign - but says he has "no gripes at all" with Crusaders coach Robbie Deans.
		Mehrtens made a miraculous return to the All Blacks squad on Wednesday after starring cameo roles in the Super 12 final and Tuesday night's All Blacks trial in Auckland.
		Mehrtens said 2004 had been "a complete bonus, particularly the last couple of weeks" after the disappointment of being dropped from the test squad in World Cup year.
	www.rugbyheaven.smh.com.au /articles/2004/06/03/1086203560791.html (620 words)

	Rugby Football Union - Andrew Mehrtens signs for NEC Harlequins
		Mehrtens has won 70 caps for the All Blacks and scored 967 points; a total that makes him the leading points scorer for New Zealand and the third highest in the world behind Neil Jenkins (Wales) and Michael Lynagh (Australia).
		In addition to his achievements at international level, Mehrtens was also a key member of the Crusaders side that won the Super 12’s four times in five years (1998 to 2000, 2002), and is second in the tournament's all-time scoring list.
		Andrew is a world class performer, whose record at the highest level speaks for itself,” said Mark Evans, NEC Harlequins Chief Executive.
	www.rfu.com /index.cfm/fuseaction/RFUHome.News_Detail/StoryID/10975 (585 words)

	Mehrtens moves to Harlequins - Breaking News - Sport - Breaking News
		Mehrtens, 32, ended months of speculation over his playing future when the classy first five-eighth confirmed a two-year deal with the London club.
		Mehrtens, who accumulated 967 points from 70 Tests, played his last international in the All Blacks Tri-Nations match against South Africa in Johannesburg last year.
		Mehrtens broke numerous points scoring records during his Test career, and his 209 points against South Africa is still the most by any player.
	www.smh.com.au /news/Sport/Mehrtens-moves-to-Harlequins/2005/06/17/1118869087206.html (390 words)

	RugbyRugby: Your Say (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-07-24)
		If they have Mehrtens at fly-half they could play a territory [percentage] game [where Mehrtens is a king of tactical-kicking] and then kick every penalty they get and eventually run away with the game.
		Mehrtens also has a much better pass, which is needed to get the lethal outsides to score more tries.
		If Mehrtens could not be fit for local competitions [Super 12 and Tri-Nations] this year, John Mitchell had little option, but to choose from guys who'd given their best shot as well as being physically fit.
	www.rugbyrugby.com /Your_Say/story_30219.shtml (2006 words)

	Telegraph \| Sport \| Mehrtens heads to Harlequins
		Mehrtens, the Canterbury and Crusaders fly-half, has been linked with the London club, who were relegated to League One last season, for a number of months and strenuously denied having signed for them back in April.
		Mehrtens made his debut for the All Blacks against Canada in 1995 in Auckland and was ever-present until his controversial omission in 2003 with the then coach John Mitchell opting instead for Aaron Mauger and newcomer Daniel Carter as back-up to Carlos Spencer.
		After missing out on the 2003 World Cup, Mehrtens was used sparingly during the 2004 Super 12 with Robbie Deans, Mitchell's assistant coach before both were sacked after their failure in Australia, opting for Carter and rookie Cameron McIntyre.
	telegraph.co.uk /sport/main.jhtml?xml=/sport/2005/06/17/urharl17.xml (377 words)

	Rugby: News: Mehrts Keeps Shield Safe
		Andrew Mehrtens signed off in style, kicking 12 points as Canterbury retained the Ranfurly Shield with a 67-3 demolition of Marlborough at Jade Stadium on Wednesday.
		Mehrtens showed all his skills with some nifty breaks and beautifully weighted passes as well as his usual impeccable field kicking.
		Mehrtens has been sent off in style and now they await the All Blacks' opening test with the Lions on Saturday night with the New Zealand team stacked full of local stars including the soon to be departing red and fl halfback Justin Marshall.
	xtramsn.co.nz /rugby/0,,12416-4498645,00.html (273 words)

	Andrew Mehrtens
		Mehrtens is currently the all-time leading scorer for the All Blacks, with 948 points (all statistics as of 27 July 2004).
		His 199 points against Australia is the most ever by one player against one country; he also occupies second place on that list, with 193 against South Africa.
		In Super 12, Mehrtens was a key member of the Crusaders side that won the competition four times in five years (1998-2000, 2002).
	www.sciencedaily.com /encyclopedia/andrew_mehrtens (346 words)

	Rugby: News: Mehrts Confirms Harlequins Deal
		Deans said everyone would have their own special memory of Mehrtens' time in the red and fl jersey but for him there were two that stood out.
		In addition to the points record, Mehrtens also holds Super 12 records for the most points in a season - 206 in 1998, most penalties in a season - 43 in 1999, and most conversions in a match - 13 v the Waratahs in 2002.
		During his international career Mehrtens set numerous records including the highest career points haul for an All Black, the highest number of conversions (167) by any player in test rugby and the highest number of points (33) scored by one player in a test against Ireland.
	xtramsn.co.nz /rugby/0,,12416-4482125,00.html (849 words)

	Guardian \| All Blacks sweat on Mehrtens knee
		Andrew Mehrtens may not be fit for the semi-final against France at Twickenham on Sunday, leaving the All Blacks some way short of their formidable best.
		If Mehrtens cannot play, his place will be taken by Tony Brown, a competent player without Mehrtens's tactical authority.
		If Mehrtens recovers in time, the All Blacks should be able to start with the same line-up that won against England and Scotland.
	www.guardian.co.uk /print/0,3858,3921491-103609,00.html (445 words)

	Crusaders Vs Sharks (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-07-24)
		Andrew Mehrtens won the battle of the international flyhalves to steer New Zealand's Canterbury Crusaders to a home Super 12 rugby union semifinal next weekend with a 32-20 victory over Coastal Sharks at Kings Park, Durban on Saturday.
		All Black Mehrtens scored a try and was on target with four out of five kicks at goal to give his side the victory they required to leapfrog the Sharks and have home ground advantage against the South African side in the last four play-offs.
		Mehrtens converted to add to two earlier penalties as the Crusaders established a 13-0 lead.
	homepages.ihug.co.nz /~coombs/cantab/match/coastal.htm (442 words)

	MSN Encarta - Search Results - Mehrtens Andrew (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-07-24)
		Mehrtens, Andrew (1973- ), New Zealander, who is his country's greatest points scorer in international rugby union.
		Andrew, Rob (1963- ), English rugby union player, the country's most capped fly-half.
		Born Christopher Robert Andrew, he made his debut for England...
	uk.encarta.msn.com /Mehrtens_Andrew.html (90 words)

	CNNSI.com - Rugby Union - Hurricanes blast Crusaders' Super 12 defense - Saturday March 31, 2001 06:28 AM
		Mehrtens scored 24 points in his first Super 12 start this season but Wellington scored five tries to earn a bonus point.
		Mehrtens punished the Hurricanes for poor discipline, nailing three penalties in the first eight minutes to give the Crusaders a 9-0 lead.
		Center Umaga smashed through a Mehrtens' tackle for Steinmetz to score, then flipped a great pass for So'oialo to open the space for Cullen to run in his second try and Lomu left So'oalo and Justin Marshall flat-footed for his five-pointer and a 38-22 Hurricanes' lead.
	sportsillustrated.cnn.com /rugby/news/2001/03/31/crusaders_super12_ap (478 words)

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