Annual Report 2019

th 139 Annual Report of the Rugby Football Union

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Otago Rugby Football Union Inc. th Notice is hereby given that the 139 Annual General Meeting of the Otago Rugby Football Union Incorporated will be held at the Otago University Rugby Clubrooms, 20 Logan Park Drive, North , on Monday 30th March 2020, beginning at 7.00pm.

Richard Kinley General Manager

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President’s Report

This has been a special four years for me to have the honour of being President of such a proud Rugby Province. The game is changing both on and off the field and we all know there are many challenges, but what has not changed are the fine group of volunteers that administer all aspects of the game that makes being involved such a privilege. There have been many wonderful memories during my time as President, the most enjoyable being the wonderful people I have been able to meet. Chatting to friends at after-match functions, discussing initiatives with our sponsors, talking to people on the side-lines and discussing issues at numerous meetings, have all given me many ideas to pass onto the staff and the Board to help enhance the game at all levels. I have been fortunate enough to visit almost every club in Otago this year, in addition to supporting secondary school rugby both on Saturdays and during the week, as well as see many games of primary rugby. I have enjoyed attending as many meetings as possible, to show the ORFU’s support as well as sponsors functions and a number of prize givings. This year, having my friend the to accompany me on many club and school visits, particularly in the country areas, was a real highlight, as many supporters of the game were able to feel part of something quite special. Otago Country Rugby is a pleasure to be a part of. Their challenges are different to those in the Metropolitan Area, but as with the Metropolitan Clubs and Schools, their volunteers work extremely hard to keep the game buoyant as they always continue to maintain a positive attitude. The President’s role does involve a great deal of travelling but when you visit country clubs, fixtures or meetings, you are always made so welcome which makes it all worthwhile. The North v South fixture at Kaitangata was again successful while Country Day at Lawrence attracted a large crowd of supporters to watch some entertaining rugby. The Arrowtown Rugby Club should be congratulated on a wonderful 30th Jubilee celebrations, with their new facilities being a real asset to the community. The White Horse Cup continues to create tremendous interest in the Central Region and I was fortunate to see a Cup defence in Cromwell which proved to be an enjoyable day. The Otago Rugby Club Life Members Luncheon was held in the Clutha Clubrooms and was attended by around 150 Life Members. This is a unique function, which is always well attended and is thoroughly enjoyed by all. The Country Board host their sponsors each year at a function prior to a representative fixture. This year Otago Country played North Otago as the curtain raiser to the Otago v Southland shield game and the sponsors were invited to attend a pre- match function before both games, an excellent way to say thank you. The administration of Country Rugby is as good as I have experienced so well done to all involved. A sincere thank you to Bob Perriam, Diane Ede and the Country Board for the fine efforts again this year. It was pleasing to note that the numbers of players in the Metropolitan Competition increased slightly from 2018. While the Premier Men’s Competition format was not ideal, generally all competitions ran relatively smoothly with a much improved format in the Colts Grade. It was pleasing to see extra teams in the Women’s Grade and although the new teams struggled at times, they will develop with more experience. While the Pirates Club have no senior men’s teams, like a number of other clubs they are very strong in the junior area. I attended their after-match function on more than one occasion and was impressed with the large attendance of junior players and parents for their prize giving and social gathering. People attending club rugby matches have been encouraging as supporters enjoy getting out on a Saturday and watching their teams play. This was particularly evident on finals day where a good number of spectators came to the Stadium to watch some exciting rugby at all levels including a fine display of skills in the Women’s final and a very exciting Premier Men’s final. It should be noted that clubs like West Taieri, Brighton, Eastern and Strath Taieri continue to add a special dimension to the Metropolitan Rugby scene both at junior and senior level. The Metropolitan Rugby Council has now been restructured, so I would like to take this opportunity to thank Gary Wheeler and his Committee for the fine contribution they have made over a number of years. The Secondary School Rugby scene continues to be well administered by a very capable group of experienced rugby lovers. The Rugby Council is made up of representatives from every school in Otago and while not all are able to attend the meetings, they can link online through video conferencing. The Otago wide competition from Under 14 through to the Premier Schools Grade covers a vast geographical area so careful planning including transport and draw management are essential to make the competition a success. The work of the Executive Committee to raise significant funds to subsidise the transport costs for the players is vital as both the Metropolitan, Country and North Otago Schools all need

3 | P a g e each other to form viable competitions. The Premier Schools Competition this year was not ideal with a number of unbalanced scores, however this will be addressed in 2020 with a revised format. The remainder of the grades were well contested, ensuring that all players had an enjoyable season. Interschool rivalry is alive and well and I was fortunate to see a number of fine games including the “Blood Match” in between Waitaki BHS and St Kevins College as well as the South Island Schools Final between Nelson College and Otago BHS. The secondary schoolgirls’ competition on a Wednesday afternoon again proved popular with some exciting talent on display. Along with the local town schools, teams from St Kevins College, Waitaki GHS and South Otago HS also participated in this competition. Secondary schoolgirls rugby continues to grow in Central Otago with similar competitions being held particularly in the 7 aside format. We are now seeing the benefits of these initiatives with the development of the Otago Secondary Schools Team, the Women’s Academy and the fine performances of the Otago Spirit Team. Refereeing can be a lonely role to play in the game but not so in Otago. From what I have observed there is a wonderful camaraderie among the refereeing fraternity which comes from good leadership ensuring sound performances on match day. I have always found referees such a welcoming group of volunteers whether it be at their meetings, their prize givings or after games on a Saturday. On behalf of all players, team managements and administrators of the game, a sincere thank you for your efforts. The representative season was full of excitement at all levels and it was great to see a number of Otago teams performing well. The revival of the Otago Māori Committee leading to good representation at the Waipounamu Tournament was a credit to their fine organisation. Five teams were represented in with the Men’s Colts and Under 17s winning their respective tournaments. The Otago Under 19s competed in the National Tournament finishing 5th which was a fine achievement. This is a reflection of the quality of the players we have coming through our system, the highly rated Academy Programme, and the thorough preparation put in by the coaches. Well done to all involved. The Under 18s completed another successful campaign winning the South Island tournament for the second year in a row – a fine achievement. The Mitre 10 Cup team did not reach the outcome we had hoped for in progressing through to the Premiership, however holding onto the Ranfurly Shield for six successful defences was a major achievement. The away games in Wanaka and Oamaru were a huge success continuing to build those strong relationships with Otago Country and our North Otago cousins. The visit to the Otakou Marae was a great initiative as it not only gave the squad a unique environment to begin building a team culture but it was also an opportunity to link the Otago Rugby family with the Rūnanga and learn more about their history. The highlight was visiting the Urupā where the body of Thomas Rangiwahia Ellison is buried. Tom was a member of the Natives Football Team that toured Great Britain and Australia in 1888-89. We all should feel proud of the Otago Spirit who completed an undefeated season and in doing so will now compete in the Premiership in 2020. I was fortunate enough to see the girls play on numerous occasions and could not have been more impressed with their exciting brand of rugby. They were a united team on and off the field, which is a credit to fine leadership shown by the senior players and the team management. We wish them well in 2020 in what will be a wonderful challenge. In conclusion, may I thank Rowena Davenport and the Board for the support I have received and for allowing me to contribute to the development of the game in the Province. I have also appreciated the support I have received from Richard Kinley and the ORFU Staff both collectively and individually during my four years as President. It has been a pleasure to go into the ORFU’s offices, as there has always been a friendly welcome. May I also take this opportunity to express the Union’s appreciation to the many players, volunteers, sponsors and supporters of our wonderful game. Please know that your contribution is extremely important and very much appreciated, and I am sure that you will continue to support the game in Otago at all levels during the 2020 season and beyond.

Des Smith MNZM President

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Chairperson & General Manager’s Report

2019 was a busy year for rugby in our province. From our representative teams and grassroots competitions, to the administration and governance efforts that went on behind the scenes. We are continually developing and adapting delivery of rugby in Otago to meet the demands of our rapidly changing environment. As anticipated, financially 2019 was a challenging year, with a recorded loss of $115,098. Our continuing challenge is to source the funds required to deliver rugby across the province, without passing on significant costs to our members and potentially creating a barrier to participation. Commercial revenue, trust funding and gate income were all below our budgeted expectations, a reflection of the current environment we are operating in, and a consistent theme right throughout the country. Looking forward, has commenced a comprehensive independent review, in partnership with its Provincial Unions and Super Clubs, into how rugby is resourced and delivered at all levels across the country. The aim of the review is to identify ways to make rugby in New Zealand more efficient and effective, and create greater financial stability that allows Provincial Unions, in particular, to focus on supporting their communities. OUR COMMUNITY It is important to us that, as we adapt and implement changes, it is done in consultation with our clubs and other key stakeholders in order to achieve the best possible outcomes for rugby in our province. We would like to acknowledge the positive input and contribution from all in our rugby community over the last twelve months as we undertook a number of initiatives including:  Introduction of our Masterclass and Under 14 development programmes, focussed on inclusion and skill development  Implementation of a joint project with Otago Cricket and Sport Otago, working collaboratively to share ideas and develop strategies to positively position clubs for the future  An independent review of the Metropolitan Rugby Council, to identify the most suitable structure and support necessary to deliver metropolitan rugby OUR HIGHLIGHTS 2019 was a great year for our representative rugby teams. Taking the Ranfurly Shield preseason games to Wanaka and Oamaru allowed us to showcase rugby and engage with our fans and stakeholders around the region. The successful defence of the ‘Shield’ for five home games certainly added another level of excitement to those matches. Another exceptional highlight was the success of the Otago Spirit in winning the Cup Championship. Hosting the final against Hawkes Bay at on a hot October afternoon, we witnessed a game of action-packed rugby that had everyone on the edge of their seats up until the final whistle. It was a fantastic result and a great reflection of how the women’s game is developing in our province. The Otago Metropolitan Under 18 boys’ team had another very successful season also, winning the South Island title for the third year in a row. OUR NUMBERS Our playing numbers remained steady in 2019, up slightly on the previous year to 8,060. This increase was largely the result of a change in the eligibility for players involved in the Metropolitan Junior Colts competition, where more flexibility was applied regarding the age of players wanting to participate. Our referee numbers in 2019 also remained steady, with an 80% retention rate - well above the national average of 75%. We are very pleased with this result given many of our referees are students who leave the region at the end of each year upon finishing their studies. We continue to focus on supporting and developing our community coaches, recognising the vital role they play in our clubs and schools. As a result our coach numbers have continued to grow. Otago had 21 more coaches in 2019, bringing the total number to 682.

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OUR PARTNERS & PEOPLE Our funding partners allow Otago Rugby to be able to support and develop rugby from grassroots to representative grades right across the region. We acknowledge and thank you all for your contribution as it allows our game to thrive. There were a number of changes around the Board table in 2019, including the resignation of our Chairperson, Keith Cooper, in May. We thank Keith for his contribution to Otago rugby throughout his seven years on the Board as considerable progress was made throughout this period due to his dedication and leadership. We also said goodbye to Ross Hanson, and welcomed Lee Piper and Tony Pringle to the Board, appointed as representatives of Otago Metropolitan & Country Clubs respectively. It is important that we recognise the contribution of all those who step into a governance role in support of rugby in Otago, as it is a volunteer role that is often challenging and requires time, energy and dedication. Speaking of time, energy, and not least of all, dedication– we must say a special thank you to our President, Des Smith, who is leaving us after four years of exemplary service to rugby in our region. Des is a wonderful advocate for both the work of the ORFU, and the wider rugby community, throughout the province. Finally, a special thanks to the entire ORFU team. Your passion, commitment and enthusiasm to further rugby in Otago ensures rugby at all levels across the province is developed and supported. All the best for the 2020 season,

Rowena Davenport Richard Kinley Chairperson General Manager

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Partners

Principal Partner:

Major Partners:

Elite Partners: Coca-Cola Dunedin City Motors Les Mills McDonalds Dunedin MediaWorks OceanaGold Ricoh Ritchies Smiths Sports Shoes and Asics TicketRocket Whitestone Cheese

Mitre 10 Cup First XV Partner: Anchor Milk, Aotea Electrical, CT Business Solutions, Design Windows, Dunedin’s Golden Centre Mall, Harvie Green Wyatt, Highlands Motorsport Park, Foleys, Norwood, Orbit House of Travel, Otago Painting Solutions, Otago Polytechnic, RD Petroleum, Ricoh, Williams Signs and Graphix

Community Partners: Atmos Engineering, United Scaffolding,

Official Team Partners: Plaza Café, R80, USL Medical, Mornington Tavern

Official Partners: Promo-X, Barkers, Brocklebanks Dry Cleaners, Vault 21, St Clair Golf Club, Wrens

Official Charity: Ronald McDonald House Charities

Trust Partners: Bendigo Valley Sports & Charity Foundation, CERT, KiwiSport, The Lion Foundation, New Zealand Community Trust, Otago Amateur Rugby Charitable Trust, Otago Community Trust, The Southern Trust

We would like to acknowledge the continued support and coverage of our Media Partners; The Otago Daily Times and MediaWorks

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Mitre 10 Cup Played: 13 Won: 7 MANAGEMENT Lost: 6 Head Coach: Ben Herring Assistant Coaches: Points For: 395 Ryan Martin Points Against: 406 Lee Allan Manager: Shayne O’Connor Physiotherapist: Anne Wilson Doctor: Ash Singh Trainer: Karl Bloxham and Ewan Brumwell Video Analyst: Anthony Staples

RECORD 13 July (Ranfurly Shield) Thames Valley Wanaka Showgrounds Won 41 – 21 26 July (Ranfurly Shield) North Otago Whitestone Contracting Stadium Won 49 – 14 11 August Domain Lost 07 – 50 17 August (Ranfurly Shield) Southland Forsyth Barr Stadium Won 41 – 22 22 August Hawke’s Bay McLean Park Lost 21 – 29 30 August (Ranfurly Shield) Manawatu Forsyth Barr Stadium Won 37 – 20 8 September Forsyth Barr Stadium Won 35 – 27 15 September Westpac Stadium Lost 24 – 54 21 September North Harbour QBE Stadium Won 21 – 15 29 September (Ranfurly Shield) Forsyth Barr Stadium Won 45 – 35 5 October (Ranfurly Shield) Canterbury Forsyth Barr Stadium Lost 25 – 35 13 October Northland Toll Stadium Lost 10 – 40 19 October (Semi Final) Hawke’s Bay McLean Park Lost 39 – 44

Back Row: Matt Whaanga, Saula Ma’u, , Louis Conradie, Josh Hill, Harrison Boyle, Sione Misiloi, Dylan Nel Fourth Row: Richard Kinley (General Manager), Anne Wilson (Physiotherapist), , Ricky Jackson, Mika Mafi, Henry Purdy, Kilipati Lea, Jonah Aoina, George Bower, Slade McDowall, Thomas Grant (Assistant Manager) Third Row: Ewan Brumwell (S&C Trainer), Ryan Martin (Assistant Coach), Angus Williams, Aleki Morris-Lome, Steven Misa, Nic Souchon, Josh Timu, , Kurt Hammer, Lee Allan (Assistant Coach), Karl Bloxham (Head S&C Trainer) Second Row: Shayne O’Connor (Manager), James Arscott, , Taylor Haugh, Rowena Davenport (Chairperson), Rowan Gouws, Connor McLeod, , Des Smith (President) Front Row: Tom Donnelly (Assistant Coach), , Patelesio Tomkinson, Aki Seiuli, Michael Collins (Captain), (Vice Captain), , Adam Thomson, Hisa Sasagi, Ben Herring (Head Coach) Absent: Sekonaia Pole, Ben Miller, Will Ngatai, Haru Tatekawa, Hayden Todd, , Alex Frood, Lisala Halaleva, Jeff Ikani, Joketani Koroi, Ash Moeke, Ben Morris,

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Otago Spirit Played: 7 Won: 7

MANAGEMENT Lost: 0 Head Coach: Scott Manson Points For: 367 Assistant Coach: Aimee Sutorius Points Against: 83 & Jamie Angus Manager: Mike Ferguson Assistant Manager Zoe Whatarau Physio: John Kieu S&C Coach: Sam Wilson & Liam Cordell-Hull

RECORD 8 September Taranaki Forsyth Barr Stadium Won 57 – 05 14 September Northland Trigg Stadium Won 40 – 07 21 September Tasman Whitestone Stadium Won 58 – 15 29 September North Harbour Forsyth Barr Stadium Won 90 – 0 5 October Hawke’s Bay Tremain Field Won 34 – 26 19 October (Semi Final) Tasman Forsyth Barr Stadium Won 64 – 10 27 October (Championship Final) Hawke’s Bay Forsyth Barr Stadium Won 24 – 20

2019 Champions of the

Back Row: Liam Cordell-Hull (Assistant S&C Coach), Kate Smith, Syreeta Norris, Hannah Stolba, Eilis Doyle, Jess Kendall, Julia Gorinski Third Row: Jamie Angus (Assistant Coach), Sheree Hume, Isla Pringle, Claudia Hobbs, Morgan Henderson, Cheyenne Cunningham, Rosie Buchanan-Brown, Amy Du Plessis, Kiana Wereta, Sam Wilson (S&C Coach) Second Row: Des Smith (President, ORFU), Mike Ferguson (Manager), Hinemoa Watene, Kilisitina Moata’ane, Gemma Millar, Richard Kinley (General Manager, ORFU), Trisha Hopcroft, Meg Breen, Zoe Whatarau (Assistant Manager) Front Row: Aimee Sutorius (Assistant Coach), Teilah Ferguson, Georgia Mason, Jordyn Tereu, Paige Church, Greer Muir, Tegan Hollows (Captain), Rosie Kelly, Bree Thomas, Scott Manson (Head Coach)

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Otago Mens Sevens Played: 6 Won: 3

Lost: 3 MANAGEMENT Coach: Roy Hawker Points For: 126 Assistant Coach: Tumua Ioane Points Against: 84 Manager: Scotty Opetaia Physiotherapist: Thomas Wardhaugh Trainer: Bennett Jones

PLAYERS Connor Newlands, John Tapueluelu (Alhambra-Union RFC); - Isaiah Duncanson, George Witana (Dunedin RFC); - Charles Elton, Hemaua Samasoni, Piliu Tavake (Harbour RFC); - Layne Opetaia (Kaikorai); - Taylor Haugh, Kieran McClea (Otago University RFC) Mackenzie Haugh, Riku Kitahara (Southern RFC);

RECORD 14 December Tasman Lost 12 - 24 Waikato Lost 05 - 07 South Canterbury Won 31 - 12 15 December Wairarapa Bush Won 24 - 05 Wellington Won 35 - 12 Counties-Manukau Lost 19 - 24

Otago Womens Sevens Played: 6

MANAGEMENT Won: 3 Coach: Aimee Sutorius Lost: 3 Assistant Coach: Cathy Charles Points For: 92 Manager: Zoe Whatarau Points Against: 77 Physiotherapist: John Kieu Trainer: Sam Wilson

PLAYERS Rosie Buchanan-Brown (Alhambra-Union RFC); - Erica Blundell, Julia Gorinski, Trisha Hopcroft, Rosie Kelly, Jess Kendall, Hinemoa Watene (Otago University RFC); - Kilisitina Moata’ane, (Pirates RFC); - Sam Hollows, Jordyn Tereu (Taieri); - Cass Yee (Loan – Southland) Lavinia Gould (Queensland)

RECORD 14th December Bay of Plenty Won 17 - 10 Lost 0 - 26 Harbour Won 40 - 05 14 January Waikato Lost 10 - 19 Manawatu Lost 05 - 22 Wellington Won 20 - 05

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Otago Development Played: 7 Won: 2 MANAGEMENT Lost: 5 Coach: Luke Herden Assistant Coach: Mark Grieve-Dunn Points For: 182 Manager: Michael Maguire Points Against: 215 Physiotherapist: Jake Ellis Trainer: Hamish McMillan Medic: Ash Stiven

PLAYERS Alex Frood, Legin Felix-Hotham, Levy Emery, Kevin Vaeluaga (Alhambra-Union RFC); - George Witana, Hame Toma, Sepa Vaka, Teague McElroy, Tim Hogan, Zac Harrison-Jones, Jamie Mowat, Isaiah Duncanson (Dunedin RFC); - Jake Fowler, Niven Longopoa (Green Island RFC); - Abraham Pole, Lisala Halaleva, James Tomkinson (Harbour RFC); - Christian Lio Willie, Isimeli Tuivaga, Matt Jones, Pat McCurran (Kaikorai RFC); - Jermayne Maika, Kurt Prendeville- Whittaker, McKenzie Haugh, Riku Kitahara, Sam Pene (Southern RFC); - Ben Morris, Don Lolo, Sam Fischli, Will Ngatai (Taieri RFC); - Connor McLeod, Graham Urquhart, Keiran McLea, Henry Bell, Jack McHugh (Captain), Josh Hill, Cody Edwards, Sam Dickson, Sione Kilipatilea, Angus Williams, Emeka Ilogu, Hadleigh Morgan (University RFC); - Keenan Masina (Zingari-Richmond RFC)

RECORD 10 August (Warm Up) South Canterbury Won 07 – 05 17 August (Warm Up) Southland B Lost 22 – 24 24 August (Warm Up) Otago Country Won 74 – 12 34 August Canterbury B Lost 29 – 31 7 September Southland B Lost 26 – 28 14 September Tasman B Lost 17 – 63 21 September Canterbury B Lost 07 – 52

Otago Under 19 Played: 6 Won: 4 MANAGEMENT Lost: 2 Head Coach: Seilala Mapusua Assistant Coaches: Will Henry & Ryan Bambry Points For: 181 Manager: Simon Wallace Points Against: 80 Assistant Manager: Rodney Martin Physiotherapist: Logan Smith Trainer: Bennett Jones Analyst: Duigald Graham Academy Manager: Paul Galland

PLAYERS Arthur Allen, Corrigan Millar, Geordie Bean, Jakob Harrex, James Bolton, Nathan Giles, Sean Withy (University RFC); - Austin Atiga, Jeff Ikani, Michael Graham, Pheonix Kairimu, Saula Ma’u, Siaka Kata, Simeon Latu (Harbour RFC); - Bob Martin, Brayden Laing, Cameron Allan-McNeill, Jesse Hutton (Taieri RFC); -Devon Oliver-Bell, Harrison Boyle, Keegan Christian-Goss, Kees Scott, Oscar Schmidt-Uili, Riley Forbes, Sam Rainger (Dunedin RFC); -Isaak Te Hiwi, James Arscott, Jesse Va’afusuaga, Shane Fikken (Green Island RFC);- Jake Russ, Lachlan Finch, Rueben Wairau (Kaikorai RFC)

RECORD 17 August Tasman Won 46 – 06 24 August Canterbury Lost 32 – 34 31 August Southland Won 59 – 05 8 September Wellington Lost 06 – 22 11 September Waikato Won 21 – 10 14 September Manawatu Won 17 – 03

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Otago Under 18 Women Played: 7 Won: 4

Lost: 3 MANAGEMENT Coach: John Hedges Points For: 223 Assistant Coach: Simon Maole Points Against: 29 Manager: Tony Gomez Pyhsiotherapist: Nick Punnett

PLAYERS Tia Clark (Alhambra Union RFC); - Paige McIvor (Blue Mountain College); - Emma Dermody, Niamh Paterson, Olivia Fowler (Columba College); - Jordan Paranihi, Kelsey Clark (Cromwell RFC); - Helene Elisara, Jamie Church (Kavanagh College); - Georgia Budd (Mt Aspiring College); - Oceana Campbell, Ella Fry, Ella Gomez, Tashie Iti, Xanthe Maole, Te Atawhai Campbell (Otago Girls’ High School); - Keely Hill (South Otago High School); - Lily Davies, Libby Drummond, Olivia George (Vice Captain), Grace Beattie, Anna Harcus, Zoe Whyte, Georgie Jessop, Stacey Sanders (Captain), Danielle Ferguson (St Hilda’s Collegiate) Olive Watherston, Grace Hastie (Wakatipu High School)

RECORD 15 September (warm up) Southland Won 58 – 0 29 September Hanan Shield Won 64 – 0 Tasman Won 17 – 12 30 September Canterbury Lost 0 – 05 Southland Lost 10 – 12 1 October Canterbury Development Won 34 – 0 (Final) Canterbury Lost 40 – 0

Otago Under 18 Girls Sevens Played: 5

Won: 4 MANAGEMENT Lost: 1 Coach: Cathy Charles & Aimee Sutorius Points For: 169 Manager: Laura Edwards Points Against: 39

PLAYERS Jamie Church, Tia Clark ( Alhambra Union RFC); - Kelsey Clark, Jordan Paranihi, Molly Franklin (Cromwell RFC); - Maia Joseph, Olivia Fowler (Columba College); - Oceana Campbell (Otago Girls’ High School); - Bridget Sinclair (St Hilda’s Collegiate)

RECORD 2 November Southland Won 35 – 5 Buller Won 29 – 0 Hanan Shield Won 39 – 5 3 November (Semi Final) Hanan Shield Won 49 – 0 (Final) Southland Lost 17 – 29

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Otago Under 15 Girls Sevens Played: 5 Won: 4 MANAGEMENT Coaches: Jordan Tereu & Lost: 1 Rosie Buchanan-Brown Points For: 140 Manager: Eilis Doyle Points Against: 60

PLAYERS Amy Turner (East Otago High School); - Te-Atawhai Campbell, Ella Gomez, Shakirah Stephen, Sydnee O’Leary (Otago Girls High School); - Lauana Valli, Lily Pringle (South Otago High School); - Jaymee Meffan, Libby Drummond (St Hildas Collegiate); - Charlotte Williams (Taieri College); - Heidi Aitken (Taieri RFC); - Olive Watherston (Wakatipu High School)

RECORD 2 November Buller Won 37 – 05 2 November Mid Canterbury Won 31 – 05 2 November Canterbury Black Won 29 – 19 3 November Tasman Won 24 – 05 3 November Southland Lost 19 – 26

Otago Metro Under 18 Played: 4 Won: 3 MANAGEMENT Coach: Ryan Nicholas Lost: 1 Assistant Coaches: Alex Dickson Points For: 107 Manager: Sherman Weatherall Points Against: 97 Assistant Manager: Joseph Aldrich-Williams Physiotherapist: Jake Ellis Trainer: Shaun Burrows

PLAYERS Leroy Ferguson, George Bell, Harrison Morton, Caine Taylor, Liam Ferguson (John McGlashan College); - Trey Russell, Reuben Wairau (Kaikorai RFC); - Joji Buli Yavala, Nasili Ikahihifo, Izaak Parata, Keanu Vanisi, Rohan Wingham (Kings High School); - Tevita Asi, Max Brown, Tyler Diack, Oliver Haig, Harry Hansen, Jack Holland-Spinks, Warren Loulanting, Tevita Pole, Thomas Ryan, Motoki Tanaka, Zhaviar Woollett (Otago Boys’ High School); - Henri Mitchell-Collie (Southern RFC); - Bayley Sullivan, Bryden Skinner (Dunedin RFC); - Theodore Davis, Jordan Hand, Jakob Harrex, Jackson Youngman (University RFC)

RECORD 21 September Southland Lost 17 – 40 28 September Otago Country Won 31 – 05 5 October Tasman Won 32 – 31 6 October (Final) Canterbury Metro Won 27 – 21

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Otago Metro Under 16 Played: 5 Won: 4 MANAGEMENT Coach: Craig Sneddon Lost: 1 Assistant Coach: Jack Wolfreys & Points For: 169 Rodney Stringer Points Against: 77 Manager: Cleveland Tupetagi Physiotherapist: Emma Doyle Trainer: Elwyn Rouvi

PLAYERS Zack Donovan, Josh Whaanga, Tom Colbourne (John McGlashan College); - David Makasini (Kavanagh College); - Steve Salelea (Captain), Neemia Valangina, Mahonri Auva’a, Fatai Koloi, Caleb Ralston, Dylan Harris, Fergus Hepburn, Trevor Elisara, Michael Flanagan, Jay Davis, Semisi Taeiloa, Finau Fosita, Caleb Hardie-Roberts, Ben Paku, Vaiola Palu, Jonah Palu, Eric Peita, Isaac Dolan, Keanu Panapa, Josh Palmer (Kings High School); - Charlie Mathias, Hopoate Fianu, Finn Hurley, Taineara Eden (Otago Boys High School); - Finn McDonald-Page (Taieri College)

RECORD 21 September Southland Won 29 – 26 28 September Otago Country Won 36 – 12 3 October Canterbury Country Won 58 – 05 4 October Southland Won 25 – 10 5 October (Final) Canterbury Metro Lost 21 – 24

Otago Country Premier Played: 4 MANAGEMENT Won: 2 Coach: Marty Hurring Lost: 2 Assistant Coach: Paul Tait Points For: 84 Managers: Tony Pryde & Marty Rendall Physiotherapist: Hayley Foster Points Against: 12 Medics: Stéphane Legeay & Helene Legeay

PLAYERS Ryan Edgeton, Nick Edgeton, Matt Flower, Nemo Gent, Tom McKenzie, Malcolm Sutherland (Arrowtown RFC); - Ropini Fesilafai, Ollie Kenny, Conner Mills, Sylvester Reeves, Brady Robertson, Kane Teunissen, Josh Turnball (Clutha RFC); - Johnny Sargent (Clutha Valley RFC); - Cole Birse, Andy Carruthers, Josh Cook, Harley McHardy, Chase Owen (Crescent RFC); - Warwick Cheney, Alex Grogan, Rhys Harrold, Daniel Hurring, Ben Maxwell, Travis Mitchell, Hayden Todd (Cromwell RFC); - Dean Sinnamon, Matt Sullivan (Maniototo RFC); - Ben Millar (Roxburgh RFC); - Joe Cairns, Sam Calder, Brodie Flannery, Brendon Murdoch, Fergus Smith, Oliver Sterling (Upper Clutha RFC)

RECORD 10 August Southland Country Won 32 – 24 17 August North Otago Lost 12 – 19 24 August Otago Development Lost 12 – 75 31 August South Canterbury A Won 28 – 24

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Otago Sassenachs Colts Played: 4

Won: 1

MANAGEMENT Lost: 3 Coach: Roger Cotton Points For: 102 Assistant Coach: Allan Lindsay & Kelvin Wyber Points Against: 102 Manager: Wayne Barron Assistant Manager: Allan Crawford Physiotherapist: Roman Blackman Trainer: Hedge Warrender

PLAYERS Matthew Kemp (Alhambra Union RFC); - Ollie Kenny (Clutha RFC); - Chase Owen (Crescent RFC); - Zac Harrison-Jones, Will Boswell (Dunedin); - Jake Fowler, Brett Kingsbury (Green Island); - Mone Samate-Palu, Joseph Aldridge-Williams (Harbour); - Mitchell Pryde (Captain), Mitch Mahonri-Rae (Vice Captain), Zach McKenzie, Isi Tuivaga, Sam Jones, Roman Blackman, Jordan McEntee, George Thomas, Sam McCall, Jackson Dempster, Layne Opetaia, Sidney Fidow, Taine Rarere, Josh Keenan (Kaikorai RFC); - Sam Pene (Southern RFC); - Alex Neidzweicki, Corey McKay, Taine Craig-Ranga (Taieri RFC); - Kieran McClea, Hadleigh Morgan ( University RFC)

RECORD 03 August Country Barbarians Lost 35 - 42 10 August Otago U19 Lost 0 - 36 17 August North Otago Dev Won 55 - 05 24 August (Tiny Hill Trophy) Cantabrians Lost 12 - 19

Otago Country U18 Played: 5 Won: 2 MANAGEMENT Coach: Matt Brierley Lost: 3 Assistant Coach: Haagon East Points For: 112 Manager: Moira Hughes Points Against: 142

PLAYERS Jack Clayton (Clinton RFC); - Paddy Hanley, Nick Rae (Cromwell College); - Mitch Brown, Tremain Cannell, Zak Healey, Ivan Hill, Mat Johnston, Reuben Kerr, Aaron McMurray, Nathaniel Ngaronga, Kace O’Neill, Ben Worthington (Dunstan High School); - Ryan Watterston (Kings High School); - Jack East, Rhys Hughes, TJ Lilly, Lachie McDonald, Ryan Schmack (Mount Aspiring College); - Ethan Kitto, Jackson Toms (Roxburgh RFC); - Caiden Davidson, Jack Dent, Glynn Lawrence, Keaun Owen, Liam Sell (South Otago High School)

RECORD 7 September South Canterbury Won 33 – 14 14 September Southland Lost 10 – 43 28 September Otago Metro Lost 05 – 33 5 October South Canterbury Won 54 – 10 6 October Canterbury Metro Dev Lost 10 – 42

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Otago Country U16 Played: 6 Won: 3 MANAGEMENT Coaches: Dan Marshall, Adam Wyber Lost: 3 & Clayton Peters Points For: 136 Manager: Steve McIsaac Points Against: 147

PLAYERS Anton Weir (Cromwell College); - Jake Denniston, Ben Gollop-Robertson, Te Ata Heuera, Kohen Laing, Zachariah Randall, Joshua Scobie, Doug Smith, Brayden Whyte, Steve Worthington (Dunstan High School); - Otis Harry, Kamryn Reddy (Mount Aspiring High School); - Blake Dodds, Fynley Edwards, Lane Illing, Lachlan Roy, Ben Smart, Jonty Sopp (South Otago High School); - Harry Greer (Toko RFC); - Jaycob Baker, Lucas Erskine, Oliver Herron, Charlie Hogan, George Reedy (Wakatipu High School); - Jack Blair, Archie Body, William Hayward, Sam Kelly, Joshua Peters, Regan Potter (West Otago High School)

RECORD 30 August North Otago Won 36 – 14 14 September Southland Lost 07 – 48 28 September Otago Metro Lost 10 – 36 3 October Mid Canterbury Lost 10 – 25 4 October Southland Invitational Won 38 – 14 5 October Buller/West Coast Won 35 – 10

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Winner of club with the best overall team’s finishing record. To qualify a Club must field a minimum of 5 teams.

Final Placings: Otago University 16 Kaikorai 16, Dunedin 19, Taieri 19, Green Island 25 Alhambra-Union 32

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First round: Full round robin for SPEIGHT’S JUG – WINNER: TAIERI

Placings after round 1: Green Island 33, Harbour 33, Kaikorai 30, Otago University 29, Taieri 28, Southern 25, Dunedin 15, Zingari-Richmond 10, Alhambra-Union 9

Second round: Full round robin for GALLOWAY TROPHY – WINNER: UNIVERSITY Points carried forward from first round

Placings after round 2: Taieri 60, Otago University 59, Harbour 58, Green Island 56, Kaikorai 55, Southern 41, Dunedin 29, Alhambra-Union 12, Zingari-Richmond 12

SPEIGHT’S CHAMPIONSHIP SHIELD – WINNER: UNIVERSITY/HARBOUR

Top Four: Taieri, Otago University, Harbour, Green Island

Semi Finals: Taieri 10 – 8 Green Island Otago University 10 – 8 Green Island

Final: Otago University 38 – 31 Taieri

SPEIGHT’S CHALLENGE SHIELD WINNER: Green Island

First round: Full round robin for SPEIGHT’S CUP – WINNER: Otago University

Placings after round 1: Otago University 40, West Taieri 36, Taieri 35, Green Island 28, Dunedin 25, Southern 22 Eastern 21, Kaikorai 16, Alhambra-Union 13, Zingari-Richmond 0

Second round: Cross over games based on 2018 rankings CHAMPIONSHIP TROPHY – WINNER: Otago University Points carried forward from first round

Placings after round 2: Otago University 60, Dunedin 50, West Taieri 47, Taieri 45, Eastern 45, Green Island 39, Alhambra-Union 28, Southern 27, Kaikorai 26, Zingari-Richmond 1

Top Four: Otago University, Dunedin, West Taieri, Taieri

Semi Finals: Taieri 13 – 12 University Dunedin 24 – 13 West Taieri

Final: Taieri 32 – 31 Dunedin

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First round: Full round robin

Placings after round 1: Strath Taieri 43, Crescent 40, Harbour 36, Kaikorai 33, Alhambra-Union 32, Green Island 23, Brighton 15, West Taieri 10, Toko 9, Taieri 8

Second round: Split Two Pools of 5. Playing across Pool

Top Six: Strath Taieri 65, Crescent 60, Harbour 53, Kaikorai 52, Alhambra-Union 46, Green Island 35

Semi Finals: Strath Taieri 26 – 24 Kaikorai Crescent 28 – 12 Harbour

Championship Final: Strath Taieri 29 –24 Crescent

SENIOR CHAMPIONSHIP WINNER: STRATH TAIERI

Bottom Four: Brighton 26, Taieri 24, Toko 16, West Taieri 11

Final: Taieri 23 – 22 Brighton

Senior Bottom 4 Winners: TAIERI

Final Placings: Strath Taieri, Crescent, Harbour, Kaikorai, Alhambra-Union, Green Island, Taieri, Brighton, Toko, West Taieri

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First round: Double round robin

Placings after round 1: Otago University 22, Pirates 22, Athletic Marist 15, Alhambra-Union 11, Taieri 6, Green Island 0

Semi Finals: Pirates 44 – 0 Alhambra-Union Otago University 19 – 12 Athletic Marist

Final: Otago University 32 – 19 Pirates

GALLAGHER CUP CHAMPIONSHIP WINNER: OTAGO UNIVERSITY

Final Placings: Otago University, Pirates, Athletic Marist, Alhambra-Union, Green Island, Taieri

First round: Cross Over x3 matches based off 2018 standings Second round: Full Round Robin Third round: Semi Finals Fourth round: Finals

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Placings: Kaikorai 55, Harbour 42, Dunedin Mako 40, Taieri 39, Otago University Blue 35, Southern 21, Otago University Gold 11, Alhambra-Union 10, Dunedin Bulls 6

Semi Finals: Kaikorai 19 – 3 Dunedin Dunedin Mako 30 – 0 Harbour

Final: Dunedin Mako 19 – 16 Kaikorai

Final Placings: Dunedin Mako, Kaikorai, Harbour, Taieri, Otago University Blue, Southern, Otago University Gold, Alhambra-Union, Dunedin Bulls

First round: Full round robin Second round: Two Cross Section Pool (points carried forward from first round) Third round: Semi Finals Fourth round: Finals

Placings: Kaikorai Cobras 44, Green Island 37, Kaikorai Wolves 35, Dunedin Tigers 31, Otago University Red 20, Taieri 20, Zingari-Richmond 15, Alhambra-Union 5

Semi Finals: Dunedin Tigers 25 – Kaikorai Cobras19 Kaikorai Wolves 25 – Green Island 19

Final: Dunedin Tigers 34 – Kaikorai Wolves 27

Final Placings: Dunedin Tigers, Kaikorai Wolves, Kaikorai Cobras, Green Island, Taieri, University Red, Zingari- Richmond, Alhambra-Union

UNDER 13 WINNER: Taieri UNDER 12 WINNER: Alhambra-Union UNDER 11 WINNER: Taieri

Premier Schools 1st XV Competition: Otago Boys’ HS 1st XV 34 – Kings HS 17

Senior Division 1: Kings HS 2nd XV

Top Four Challenge Knockout Games:

Co-Ed Otago Final: Dunstan HS 1st XV 33 – 12 South Otago HS 1st XV

Co-Ed Highlanders Final: Dunstan HS 1st XV 31 - 30 Gore HS 1st XV

Co-Ed South Island Final: St Andrews College 1st XV 66 – 21 Dunstan HS 1st XV

Boys Highlanders Final: Otago Boys’ HS 1st XV 34 – Kings HS 17

Boys South Island Final: Nelson College 1st XV 28 – 26 Otago Boys HS 1st XV

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COUNTRY WIDE WINNER: CLUTHA

Final: Clutha 24 – 14 Arrowtown

First round: Double round robin of 14 games Second round: Semi Finals and Final

Placings: Upper Clutha 58, Cromwell 58, Wakatipu 46, Arrowtown 52, Alexandra 36, Maniototo 33, Cromwell Cavaliers 12

Semi Finals: Arrowtown 14 – 13 Upper Clutha Cromwell 27 – 15 Wakatipu

Final: Arrowtown 24 – 21 Cromwell

Winner: White Horse Cup: Cromwell Super Liquor Trophy: Arrowtown Vincent Shield (Winner first round): Wakatipu John Dewar & Sons (Good Conduct): Alexandra

First round: Double round robin of 14 games Second round: Semi Finals and Final

Placings: Clutha 60, Crescent 54, Owaka 49, Heriot 45, Clutha Valley 35, Toko 34, Roxburgh 16, Clinton 15

Semi Finals: Clutha 61 – 14 Heriot Crescent 19 – 8 Owaka

Final: Clutha 34 – 28 Crescent

McIntosh Cup: Clutha West Otago Shield: Heriot Springbok Horns (Winner of First Round): Clutha South Otago Banner: Clutha Speight’s Cup Winner Southern Region: Clutha Nissan Balclutha Motors Cup: Clutha Valley

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