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LINWOOD KEAS 2018 SEASON PREVIEW
In 2018 reigning two-time premiers Linwood Keas are aiming to become the first club since Eastern Suburbs (1979-81) to achieve a Canterbury Rugby League grand final ‘three-peat’. Keas coach Andrew Auimatagi is confident complacency and motivation won’t be a problem for his all-conquering side as they look to scale local rugby league’s peak once again.…
Read MoreRICCARTON KNIGHTS 2018 SEASON PREVIEW
After three straight finals appearances, the Riccarton Knights faced a challenging overhaul in 2017 after losing a clutch of their best players. Sam Brown’s inexperienced side landed in sixth with two wins and two draws to show for their efforts in 14 outings, but the coach believes the baptism of fire has set his squad…
Read MoreHORNBY PANTHERS 2018 PREVIEW
Hornby Panthers head into 2018 on the back of consecutive grand final losses to archrivals Linwood Keas. But if stability is any guide, the Panthers are well-placed to end their five-season title drought. The club has retained virtually its entire 2017 premiers squad, with the notable exception of veteran Craig Smith – though coach Jed…
Read MoreHALSWELL HORNETS 2018 PREVIEW
Halswell Hornets come into 2018 on the back of two straight Massetti Cup wooden spoons, but a positive finish to last year’s campaign has sparked optimism for a rise up the ladder. The Hornets trumped their bottom-half rivals to claim the Gore Cup, downing fifth-placed Riccarton in the final. “Even though we may have finished…
Read MoreCELEBRATION LIONS 2018 PREVIEW
Celebration Lions were the surprise packet of the 2017 Massetti Cup, reaching the finals for the first time in three years after winning eight and drawing one of their 14 regular-season fixtures. The new-look squad ended their campaign with a gallant 32-24 loss to Papanui in an epic semi-final. But Lions coach Steve Fenika shies…
Read MoreHOME SWEET HOME FOR HORNBY
Hornby Panthers will return to their historic home turf this season, bringing with them hopes of an overdue premiership. The season is shaping as a big one for the club, who had to play away from their Leslie Park base in 2017 due to ground repair. Hornby Panthers President Brent Tomlinson said the club did…
Read MoreNZ RESIDENTS SQUADS NAMED AFTER TALENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME
Following the conclusion of the Talent Development Programme, New Zealand Rugby League is excited announce the 25-man squads for the NZ16s residents and NZ18s residents. Congratulations to all of those selected. Fixtures and more information on these teams will be released in the coming week. NZ RESIDENTS 16s …
Read MorePIRTEK VOLUNTEER PROGRAMME NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN
PIRTEK VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION SCHEME Pirtek and NZRL have expanded their highly successful volunteer recognition programme to encourage the rugby league community to reward the efforts of its own. Nominations for the 2018 programme are open now. Get your nominations in for the chance to win gear for your club including balls, mouth guards and kicking tees.…
Read MoreTALENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME FINALS FULL OF PASSION
Via NZRL Media Finals weekend of the Talent Development Programme’s competition phase saw whanau come from near and far to watch the hard work pay off at Cornwall Park for the TDP’s inaugural year. Players from all corners of New Zealand, from Whangarei to Invercargill representing four hubs (Central, Southern, Northern and Counties) gathered in…
Read MoreENDACOTT INCLUDED ON PANEL TO APPOINT NEXT KIWIS COACH
Via NZRL Media A high-powered panel chaired by Kiwi great Dean Bell has been named to lead the appointment process for the next Kiwis coach. Besides Bell, Frank Endacott, Monty Betham and Waimarama Taumaunu will interview candidates and make a recommendation to the NZRL board which will finalise the appointment. Also on the panel will…
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