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CRL ROUND 11 CLUB WRAP: KEAS PUSH CLEAR AS 2024 GRAND FINALISTS BOTH GO DOWN
Linwood Keas extended their lead at the top of the CRL Whitehead Plumbing & Gas Men’s Premiership standings with a big win in Round 11, but the battle for second and fourth spots tightened up after the 2024 grand finalists went down in low-scoring cliffhangers at Halswell Domain and Crosbie...
CRL ROUND 11 CLUB PREVIEW: CRL WHITEHEAD PLUMING & GAS MEN’S PREMIERSHIP RIVALS JOSTLE FOR POSITION
The CRL Whitehead Plumbing & Gas Men’s Premiership finals race heats up this weekend, with Greymouth Greyhounds and Eastern Eagles striving to stay in contention with upsets over the competition’s top two teams, and third spot on the Massetti Cup ladder going on the line when Riccarton Knights and Hornby...
RED AND BLACK REPORT 2025: EDITION NO.19
The Red and Black Report shines a spotlight on Canterbury Rugby League juniors featuring in Australia’s and Britain’s elite and lower-grade competitions. A host of Canterbury products were in action in the latest round of the NRL, NSW Cup, Jersey Flegg Cup and the European Super League. NRL Halswell...
FLASHBACK FRIDAY: WHITE AND MOHI EARN HISTORIC MĀORI SELECTION
As we celebrate Matariki weekend, Flashback Friday revisits the historic selection of Canterbury duo Pat White and Mita Mohi for New Zealand Māori in 1962. Māori rugby league boasts a rich history dating back to 1908, when a squad made a historic tour of Australia – playing their first match...
RED AND BLACK REPORT 2025: EDITION NO.18
The Red and Black Report shines a spotlight on Canterbury Rugby League juniors featuring in Australia’s and Britain’s elite and lower-grade competitions. A host of Canterbury products were in action in the latest round of the NRL, NSW Cup, Jersey Flegg Cup and the European Super League. NRL Burnham...
CRL ROUND 10 CLUB WRAP: KEAS AND HORNETS BREAK CLEAR ON WILD WEEKEND
Linwood Keas and Halswell Hornets have made a break on the Massetti Cup field after dramatic Saturday afternoon of CRL Whitehead Plumbing & Gas Men’s Premiership action, while Greymouth Greyhounds snapped a win drought in convincing style on the West Coast. A remarkable second-half comeback carried the ladder-leading Keas to...
CRL ROUND 10 CLUB PREVIEW: PANTHERS, KNIGHTS AND GREYHOUNDS PREPARE FOR CRUNCH HOME ASSIGNMENTS
CRL Whitehead Plumbing & Gas Men’s Premiership moves into Round 10 with second spot going on the line at Crosbie Park, a heavyweight showdown at Leslie Park and a crunch game on the West Coast. After getting a two-point break on the competition with last week’s 14-6 Thacker Shield-retaining victory...
RED AND BLACK REPORT 2025: EDITION NO.17
The Red and Black Report shines a spotlight on Canterbury Rugby League juniors featuring in Australia’s and Britain’s elite and lower-grade competitions. A host of Canterbury products were in action in the latest round of the NRL, NSW Cup, Jersey Flegg Cup and QRL competitions. NRL Burnham Chevaliers junior...
CRL ROUND 9 CLUB WRAP: KEAS GO CLEAR AS EAGLES ROLL HORNETS
Winter conditions restricted the CRL Whitehead Plumbing & Gas Men’s Premiership Round 9 schedule to two matches – but there was no shortage of low-scoring drama amid the chill at Halswell Domain and Linwood Park. Hornby Panthers’ trip to the West Coast to take on Greymouth Greyhounds was cancelled due...
CRL ROUND 9 CLUB PREVIEW: KNIGHTS, GREYHOUNDS LOOK TO LEAPFROG OPPONENTS
Following the King’s Birthday weekend break, the CRL Whitehead Plumbing & Gas Men’s Premiership resumes with three massive Round 9 clashes at Halswell Domain, Linwood Park and Wingham Park. With five rounds remaining, every team remains in finals contention and the race for the Massetti Cup as minor premiers is...
KNIGHTS HONOURING THE PAST, LOOKING TO THE FUTURE UNDER TAMATEA
Riccarton Knights club legend Shane Tamatea’s roles as stalwart player and president overlapped, making for a demanding transition into the latter position three years ago. But with the boots belatedly collecting dust, the 300-game Knights icon has settled into the presidency and feeling more comfortable in his position as the...
RED AND BLACK REPORT 2025: EDITION NO.16
The Red and Black Report shines a spotlight on Canterbury Rugby League juniors featuring in Australia’s and Britain’s elite and lower-grade competitions. A host of Canterbury products were in action in the latest round of the NRL, NSW Cup, Jersey Flegg Cup and Super League. NRL West Coast Kiwi...
