CRL News
JOHN COFFEY AWARDED NZRL LIFE MEMBERSHIP
John Coffey has documented the rich history of rugby league in Canterbury and New Zealand more extensively than any other person, but he has also become part of its fabric himself. His standing in our game was officially recognised on Monday, when New Zealand Rugby League made Coffey their newest Life Member at the 2018…
Read MoreRED AND BLACK REPORT 2018: EDITION NO.15
Each week the Red and Black Report will keep you up to date with how our Canterbury Rugby League products are performing in Australia’s elite and lower-grade competitions. NRL Boom winger Jamayne Isaako kicked four goals and ran for 96 metres while halfback Kodi Nikorima chalked up 92 running metres in Brisbane’s vital 20-16…
Read MoreENDACOTT PRAISES MANLY-WARRIORS SUCCESS
Canterbury Rugby League icon Frank Endacott has come out in praise of the recent visit of Manly and the Warriors to Christchurch. Endacott said not only the game but the entire week, with the teams out in the community, was something that he thinks everyone will be talking about for a while yet. “I thought…
Read MoreISAAKO AMONG SEVEN KIWI DEBUTANTS FOR DENVER
Aranui Eagles junior Jamayne Isaako is among seven newcomers named by New Zealand for this weekend’s historic Test against England in Denver. Brisbane teammate and ex-Burnham Chevaliers junior Kodi Nikorima is also in the squad. Via NZRL Seven players are in line to make their Test debuts for the New Zealand Kiwis after being named…
Read MoreROCKCOTE CANTERBURY BULLS INITIAL SQUAD NAMED
Congratulations to the 19 players selected for the Rockcote Canterbury Bulls’ initial squad for 2018. Three players will be brought into the squad over the remainder of the club season. All players are to meet at St Thomas of Canterbury College at 6pm on Wednesday the 20th of June. Running shoes and towel required. ROCKCOTE…
Read MoreLOCAL KIDS WARM TO MANLY STARS AS WINTER BLAST HITS CANTERBURY
The visiting Manly Sea Eagles braved Christchurch’s wintry weather to get out to a host of local schools on Wednesday, spreading their message of inclusiveness and positive behaviour before taking on the Warriors in their NRL Round 14 clash at AMI Stadium on Saturday. Manly captain Daly Cherry-Evans, Kiwis and Tonga rep Addin Fonua-Blake and…
Read MoreCRL SEEKING APPLICATIONS FOR CHIEF EXECUTIVE ROLE
Canterbury Rugby League is seeking applications for the role of Chief Executive with the organisation. CHIEF EXECUTIVE Canterbury Rugby League About the business and the role Canterbury Rugby League (CRL) has built a strong and loyal following across the region over the past 100 years. The sport continues to increase in popularity across the NRL,…
Read MoreSTAR-STRUCK CANTERBURY KIDS LEARN FROM NRL STARS
Canterbury Rugby League wishes to extend a massive thank-you to New World Ilam for their support of yesterday’s Manly Sea Eagles event at Aranui yesterday, as well as Rata Foundation, Blackwells Holden and Aranui Community Police. Photo Credit: Manly Sea Eagles Via The Press – by Jonathan Guildford Hundreds of aspiring young Canterbury rugby league…
Read MoreSUI PAUARAISA NAMED IN KIWI FERNS WIDER SQUAD
Canterbury’s Masuisuimatamaalii Tauasa Pauaraisa has been named in the Kiwi Ferns wider squad, which was announced at the conclusion of the NZRL National Women’s Tournament in Auckland on Monday. Via NZRL Following a blockbuster final at NZRL’s National Women’s Tournament, the Kiwi Ferns wider squad has been named ahead of preparations for the Kiwi Ferns, Kiwis…
Read MoreNZRL NATIONAL WOMEN’S TOURNAMENT – DAY 2 WRAP
Plagued by torrential rain and gail force winds, day two of the National Women’s Tournament at Cornwall Park brought plenty of spills, thrills and moments of brilliance. In what will be a repeat of last year’s final, the Counties Manukau Stingrays will come up against the Akarana Falcons in hopes of securing their ninth successive…
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