New Zealand Sevens Coach Gordon Tietjens has made five changes to his trial squad that will assemble in Mount Maunganui today. Manawatu’s Rob Thompson, Waikato’s Steve Ketu, Tasman’s Shane Christie, Wellington’s George Tilsley and Auckland’s Ben Paltridge have been called into the trial squad as replacements. Counties Manukau’s Ahsee Tuala, North Harbour’s Ken Pisi,...
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Indomitable spirit, courage and perseverance will be required by Scotland in tomorrow’s crucial and historic Rugby World Cup Pool B meeting with England in Auckland. But those very qualities have been personified by one supporter whose epic journey to the match has set an inspiring tone for the Scotland team, who must win the...
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Sale Sharks have signed flanker ONOSA’I AUVA’A on a short–term deal until February. Aged 26, Onosa’i has been playing for Auckland Blues since 2006, making his debut against the Bulls. He has represented New Zealand at Under-19 and Under-21 levels, and was a gold medal winner for his country’s Sevens team in the 2006...
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All Blacks fans have a chance to get up close and have some fun with the whole team on Sunday. Fans will get to ‘Stand in Black’ alongside the full All Blacks squad at a free event at Auckland’s Pakuranga Rugby Club. The public will be able to spend Father’s Day in a carnival...
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Sale Sharks announce the appointment of Sam Tuitopu as their captain. The 29-year-old New Zealander, who has played for Munster and Worcester Warriors since moving from Southern Hemisphere rugby, captained his country at Under 19 and Under 21 levels, and has also skippered Auckland. Sharks’ Executive Director of Sport Steve Diamond said, “Sam joined...
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Otago and 2010 All Blacks lock Tom Donnelly has been called into the All Blacks camp as injury cover for Jarrad Hoeata. All Blacks Doctor Deb Robinson said: “Jarrad hurt his right shoulder in Taranaki’s ITM Cup match against Bay of Plenty on Tuesday night and while he took part in All Blacks training...
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The Waikato team to play Auckland in their second pre-season encounter at Bell Park Pakuranga in Auckland this Saturday evening has been named. Kickoff for this match is 5pm. The Waikato team is 1. Ted Tauroa (Otorohanga) 2. Marcel Cummings-Toone (University) 3. Latu Talakai (Fraser Tech) 4. Toby Lynn (Te Rapa) © 5. Chris...
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Inspirational All Blacks, Blues and Auckland hooker Keven Mealamu has recommitted to New Zealand rugby, re–signing with the New Zealand Rugby Union (NZRU) and the Blues franchise through until 2013. The signing of the fourth–most capped All Black of all time is a major boost for New Zealand rugby with a number of key...
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Newcastle Falcons have bolstered their back division with the signing of 27-year-old centre Jamie Helleur, from Auckland Rugby for the 2011-12 season. The Auckland born midfielder, who has represented Samoa on three occasions, is the latest acquisition to Kingston Park, following the signings of Gloucester scrum-half Jordi Pasqualin, rugby league convert Rikki Sheriffe and...
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Newcastle Falcons have expressed their delight in welcoming former Auckland and Blues Lock, Andrew Van Der Heijden to the club. Speaking this morning, head coach Alan Tait said: "Andrew is a fantastic addition to the squad. He arrives in December and we will be getting him into analysis to look at our set piece...
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