Napier Old Boys Marist Rugby Club
TeamTalk
17.05.2026
Contents usually include: Old Boys Marist Senior & Junior rugby reports – weekly competition & draw winners – NZ Marist – affiliates Cricket, Netball, Football and Softball seasonal reports – Club Social events + News & Views etc etc.
Views and comments often expressed in this publication are not necessarily
those of the executive or policy of the Napier Old Boys Marist Rugby Club.
“Team up with a Winning Club in 2026”
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ALONE WE CAN DO SO LITTLE, TOGETHER WE CAN DO SO MUCH
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Why would you play for Old Boys Marist ?
We have a simple philosophy at Napier Old Boys Marist – that we are a well organised rugby club both on and off the field, we are fit, disciplined, well coached and our players are very loyal. Our teams are always well presented.
At Napier Old Boys Marist we promote a strong work ethic, we play with a special passion and honesty which is fun to be part of, but we also expect our players to carry that honesty through to their work and personal lives.
In summary we as a club will create a positive environment so that players can expect to progress in their rugby careers. To excel players must also take responsibility for their rugby and life in general.
Napier Old Boys Marist Club Sponsors
Major
BJ Mahony Shearing – Benson Property Limited – Cape Physio – Devine Plumbing
– Green Club – HBI Properties – ICIB Broker Webb Insurance & Risk Advisory –
Motordrome Tyre & Auto Service – MRD Web – Napier Collision Repair Centre –
– Onekawa Liquorland – Proton Electrical – PWL Builders Ltd – Red Steel –
Richard Kepka Builders – Shape Life & Financial Services – Sideline Bar –
– Tremain Real Estate
General
BWR – DB Breweries – Eastern & Central Community Trust – Four Winds Foundation –
Firetech Services Ltd – Grassroots Trust – Lion Foundation
– New Zealand Community Trust – Pub Charity –
Scott Applegate Electrical – The Southern Trust
Members Support our valued Sponsors as they generously Support us
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MISSION statement
“To provide a sporting and recreational club for both men and women which encourages both individuals and teams to reach their maximum potential in their chosen sporting club endeavours.
In doing this it would always be our aim to maintain a fun club spirit, which treats every person equally and which ensures that the club runs on a profitable basis”
Napier Old Boys Marist Rugby Football Club
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Team Management Personnel2026 Season
Premier – Ellery Wilson – 027 964 9060 : Matthew Wyatt – 022 616 4250
Manager – Phil Byrne – 021 292 9628 : Assist. – Peter Bainbridge – 027 245 8729
Tamara Marshall (Physio) – Mia Benson (Body restoration)
Premier Reserves – Frank Eneliko – 022 600 6547
Manager – Emma Chambers – 021 111 5168
Thirds – Tom Grant – 021 220 5910 : Adam De Lautour – 022 183 6770
Manager – Josh Nichol – 027 324 3024
Colts – Steve Smithers – 022 498 5367 : Sam Birch – 027 355 8379
Manager – Jason Evans – 021 191 3248
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> OBM Brothers in ARMS <
NASH CUP
NAPIER OLD BOYS MARIST PREMIERS 31 – 24 TECHNICAL PREMIERS
Away to NTOB this week and a welcome return of numerous players , mostly on restricted return to play minutes but certainly great to reintroduce as we build into the Maddison competition. Physical is the best word to describe both teams and both sides of the ball in this recent match. Our starters took a lot of pressure and there was some big collisions but pleasing to see our reserves come on and add in this space.
In game, we had the FRC ( front row crew) turn it on against well regarded opponents, although they didn’t get rewarded everytime for their efforts it certainly was pleasing to witness the fantastic platforms created. Kades accuracy and game awareness certainly got us out of a few predicaments but bloody brilliant to see him back on the field. Kane Ngwhare’s all round game efforts from defence sets to his aerial skills saw him claim our 3 points followed closely by Connor Cashman who filled gaps and turned up on attack continuously and considering this was only his second appearance after a lengthy sideline injury it’s safe to say he has added on his return.
The 1 point went to Pickkles (sometimes known as Reilly Hannon) for his outstanding energy he created for the team after the huge 50minutes before him to see guys come on and lift the game like this is brilliant. We certainly have strengths and still areas to refine the post game catch ups in Maddison round 2
Report courtesy – Matt Wyatt
3. Kane Ngawhare 2. Connor Cashman 1. Reilly Hannan
Pirate 19 – 27 Havelock North : Bridge Pa 31 – 41 MAC : Taradale 34 – 33 HRS
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Tries |
5 |
Elis Lewis (2), Kade Manuel, Michael Beech, Penalty Try |
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Conversions |
3 |
Jonty Stewart (2), Penalty Try |
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Leading try scorer |
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Club |
Tries |
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Club |
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Michael Beech |
NOBM |
15 |
Jonty Stewart |
NOBM |
109 |
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Eli Bari |
NTOB |
11 |
Oscar Sowman |
HRS |
105 |
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Alex Philip |
Havelock |
9 |
Leighton Shaw |
NTOB |
81 |
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Jaziah Symons |
NTOB |
8 |
Michael Beech |
NOBM |
77 |
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Andrew Tauatevalu (Pirate) & Meni Manase (TRSC) |
7 |
Sheridan Rangihuna (pirate) & Eli Bari |
55 |
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JACK SWAIN CUP
NAPIER OLD BOYS MARIST PREMIER RESERVE 00 – 00 > BYE
Report courtesy – Emma Chambers
3. 2. 1.
Pirate 53 – 20 Havelock Nth : Taradale 36 – 43 Tamatea : Bye – NOBM :
MAURY COADY CUP
NAPIER OLD BOYS MARIST THIRDS 34 – 17 FLAXMERE THIRDS
NOBM Thirds made the trip across to Flaxmere on Saturday, coming in hot after last week’s win and looking to keep the momentum rolling. NOBM struck first, but the Flaxmere answered back quickly, leaning on their big rumbling forward pack to muscle their way back into the contest. Despite the physical battle up front, NOBM kept chipping away and building pressure, heading into the sheds at halftime with a deserved 17–10 lead.
The second half brought its challenges, with two big injuries taking some punch out of the forward pack. Credit to the bench though, who stepped up in a massive way and matched Flaxmere’s aggression and physicality without taking a backwards step, frustrating the Home side into mistakes. As the game wore on things got a bit scrappy, but the lads kept their composure and refused to stoop to Flaxmere’s level. Special mention to Sam Wattie, who channelled his inner Muhammad Ali by bobbing and weaving around punches being thrown his way, and somehow managing not to throw any back, which may well be a first.
Jeremy Irvine put the game beyond doubt with a second-half hat trick, helping NOBM close things out with a hard-earned 34–17 win. There’ll be a few sore bodies this week after 80 minutes on a field that looked like it hadn’t seen water in years, but the boys will recover quickly with another physical encounter looming next week away at Tamatea. After Saturday’s effort though, the lads will be more than ready.
Report courtesy – Tom Grant
3. Sam Wattie 2. Iopu Lauano 1. Jeremy Irvine
YMP 50 – 7 Taradale : Pirate 88 – 12 Clive : Flaxmere 21 – 41 Taradale :
ARTHUR BROWN CUP – FINAL
NAPIER OLD BOYS MARIST COLTS 35 – 31 TARADALE COLTS

After Thursday night training we named the strongest team possible. Then Saturday morning came and a few of our game breakers became unavailable due to work and family commitments. I’ll admit it put me in a negative headspace for a while, but a few words from my wife got me focused back on the job ahead. The pre-game message was simple — start strong and put Taradale on the back foot. That’s exactly what we did, scoring early and creating pressure. Unfortunately after that we suffered three major injuries, with all three boys ending up at hospital. Our thoughts are with Luke, Maddox and Brock. It looks like we may have lost Luke and Maddox for the season.
That forced some big decisions around who would come on and help see out the next 60–70 minutes. It left us short on the bench, but credit to this group of boys — they never let the distractions affect them. At halftime we held a 21–14 lead. The halftime talk was about building scoreboard pressure and taking points whenever they were on offer.
The second half started with Taradale attacking hard, but a brilliant intercept saw us score under the posts. Again, the message went out to take the points, but the boys had different ideas. The final 10 minutes aged me a few years. We were up by four points and Taradale camped inside our 22m, hammering away at our line. It felt like we just couldn’t clear ourselves out of trouble, but the boys showed unbelievable courage, determination and grit to keep them out.
We did it — 34–31 winners ! The boys enjoyed celebrating together afterwards, but we know the job is only half done. Second round starts next week and we need to keep this momentum rolling.
Report courtesy – Sam Birch
3. Joseph McKenzie 2. Hope Stowers 1. Ben Abel

Clubroom Aftermatch Activities
16 May
Shape Life Brokers Supporter of the Day
$50 Bar Voucher – Steve Smithers
ICIB Brokerweb Lucky Members Draw
$250 – Dylan Homan (not present)
$50 bar Raffle winner – BJ Byrne
500 CLUB WINNERS – No.2
$60 – Les Brighouse
$80 – Greg Dick
$100 – Geemas Buxton
THE LIFEBLOOD OF THE CLUB
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New Players Welcomein 2026
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A fine lineup of St Johns College Old Boys….
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New Players in all teams will be Welcome in 2026
> Bring along a mate <
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PREMIER RUGBY – 2026 Nash Cup – 21 March (Macdonald Leadbetter Cup match) v Pirate @ Ian MacRae Field won 35-10 : 28 March v Hastings R&S @ Elwood Park won 29-16 : 2 April v Havelock North @ Tremain Field won 45-28 : 11 April v Bridge Pa @ Tremain Field : 18 April v MAC @ Flaxmere Park won 59 – 12 : 25/4 v Taradale @ Tremain Field won 70 – 12 : 2/5 v Tech @ Tremain Field won 36-33 + The NASH CUP
2026 Maddison Trophy – 9 May v Pirate @ Tremain Field – lost 19 – 28 : 16/5 v Tech @ Whitmore Parkwon 31 – 24 : 23 May v Havelock North @ Anderson Park : 6 June v HRS @ Tremain Field : 13 June v MAC @ Tremain Field : 20 June v Bridge Pa @ Sports Park : 27 June v Taradale @ Tareha Reserve.
PREMIER RESERVE – 2026 Jack Swain Cup – 21 March v Pirate @ Ian MacRae Field won 32-26 : 28 March v HRS @ Elwood Park won 38 – 29 : 3 April v Havelock North @ Tremain Field lost 22-43 : 11 April v Tamatea 2 Tremain Field : 18 April v MAC @ Flaxmere Park lost 29 – 38 : 25 April v Taradale @ Tremain Field won 19 – 15 : 2 May v Tech @ Tremain Field won 65 – 26 : 9 May v Clive @ Farndon Park – not played : 16 May – Bye : 23 May > to be announced
DIVISION THREE– 2026 Maury Coady Cup – 11 April v Havelock Nth @ Anderson Park lost 23-43: 18 April v Pirate @ Tremain Field lost 15-31: 25 April v @ Tareha Park : 2 May v Taradale @ Tareha Park lost 0 – 31 : 9 May v Takapau @ Tremain Field : 16 May v Flaxmere @ Ron Giorgi Park won 17 -10 : 23 May v Tamatea @ Bill Mathewson Park : 6 June v YMP @ Tremain Field : 13 June v Clive @ Tremain Field : 20 June v Clive @ Tremain Field
COLTS – 2026Arthur Brown Cup – 11 April v HRS @ Tremain Field won by default : 18 April v Havelock North @ Anderson Park won 33 – 5 : 25 April v Tech @ Tremain Field won 103 – 7 : 2 May vs Taradale @ Tareha Park lost 28 – 43 : 9 May v Pirate @ Tremain Field won 61 – 10 : 16 May – v Taradale @ Tareha Park won 35 -31 + The ARTHUR BROWN CUP. : 23 May > to be announced
NAPIER OLD BOYS MARIST JUNIOR RUGBY
Any queries, email: nobmjuniorrugby@gmail.com
“New Players Welcome to Team up with
Napier Old Boys Marist Junior Rugby in 2026”
2026 NOBM Junior Rugby Committee
For further Junior Rugby Info please contact
Executive:
Glenn Fulcher(Chairman & Secretary)021 676 174
Bevan Condin (Treasurer) 021 160 5118
Ben Guild(Convenor) 027 2089306
Committee:
Therese Rodger, Georgie Smithers, Annalise Wyatt.
Any queries, email: nobmjuniorrugby@gmail.com
THE SEASON IS HERE – LET’S GO NOBM !
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FORWARDS WIN GAMES…….BACKS DECIDE BY HOW MUCH
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DID YOU KNOW
THAT Our clubmembers join in CONGRATULATING our Napier Collision Repair Colts team who yesterday took out the Arthur Brown Cup Championship title for 2026 with their close 35 – 31 win over the maroons from Taradale. A great effort guys. And we hope your injured men can get back into the action soon. Our Club are proud of you all…..
THAT Here’s a
FORTY YEARS AGO….1986
The Masterton Marist hosted Spillane Tournament at Easter saw Napier account for Morrinsville St Josephs 17-10 and in Ham Cumming Cup final Palmerston North Marist 13-9 to win the right to next years Spillane Cup division at the Gisborne hosted tournament in 1987.
Life Member Frank Mahony attended his 50th consecutive Marist RFC annual meeting. While our McLean Park neighbours Colenso Pirates RFC celebrated their centenary. The Napier Marist President for 1986 was Ian MacRae, while vice President Joe Kelly offered his services to take on the role as the club’s first manager (part time) for the year.
On the domestic rugby front the inter-city committee showed the foresight to play-off a round of games under the McLean Park lights during the milder autumn months. And to eleviate the chance of closed grounds at McLean Park at times, the club installed new training lights at Whitmore Park as a back-up for the often unavailability of McLean Park. This project was due to the efforts of Pat Horgan, Tim Seed and friends who handled the lighting installation. Plans toward a move to Park Island in the future were shelved indefinitely partly due to the added costs and conditions from the NCC.
A brutal Maddison Trophy match against MAC saw the ordering-off and sin-binnings and the game called off early meted out by referee Bill Sinclair. The scoreboard should have read – ‘O’Shaughnessy 21 – MAC 7’. Yes 7 Peter O’Shaughnessy slotted penalties sums it up ! A distasteful exhibition of rugby if that’s what its called. As well chairman Ken Simons public threat to withdraw Marist teams from any future matches with the MAC club hit the headlines in the local press and also on TVNZ’s Maori News programme. It also brought immediate action from the HBRU to settle the situation down. The Marist senior team went on the take out back to back (1985-86) Maddison Trophy titles – winning 10 of their 11 games this year. The 1986 Madison Final was played off between Napier High School Old Boys and Napier Marist which resulted in a 25 -10 winning result to Marist.
Due to a surplus of players throughout the Senior 1, 2 and 4 grades an additional Senior 4 team was entered after the season kicked-off this move also elevated the bye in the senior 4 competition. This additional side was known as the ‘Marist Cavaliers’ after the recent rebel side that toured South Africa and was coached by Mark O’Dowd. The teams inaugural match saw them cleanout Tech 4’s by 31-13. And while the side performed with distinction, obviously due to the calibre of some of the former senior 1st players in the side the likes of former magpies Fred Harbottle and John van der Linden, it struggled for numbers later in the season as the other sides lost players through injury etc. The Cavaliers became the ‘spare parts’ XV for the their fellow Marist teams and teammates. It has been a real bonus to be able to field a fifth team in our senior club in 1986.
And for the first time the club even managed to put together a Womens team under the tutorage of Herb Hamilton, and Peter Greene. Of the three games they participated in, training was the biggest bugbear, but they managed to turn up for three games resulting in 1 draw and two losses. At least they gave it a go…
On the Marist schoolboys front, it was a real thrill to have a former Napier Marist schoolboy player in current All Black fullback spend a couple of hours watching and assisting the Marist boys preparing and playing their Saturday morning games.
The clubs incoming Skerries exchange player was midfielder Derek O’Leary who arrived back with the returning Kevin Corkery. Senior lock Herb Hamilton was the club’s outgoing Skerries exchange representative. And former Irish lock who had the season with our Napier Marist club in 1983, Mick Moylett, has since been selected to play for Ireland.
The NZ Marist Colts rep on the 1986 North Island tour was Todd Donaldson. The Brother Virgilius Cup was won by Marist 17-6 in the annual fixture with Napier HSOB. The club trophies for 1968 were presented by former All Black Mark Shaw who was a guest at the Annual Dinner. The 1986 Napier Marist Sportsman of the Year was successful Premier coach – Graham Weber.
THAT Please Note – Emma’s Pink Ribbon High Tea Breast Cancer Fundraiser – SUNDAY 24 MAY
THAT Special Message to all of our Members and Supporters – It is IMPORTANT THAT YOU LEND YOUR SUPPORT TO OUR MAJOR RAFFLE which we are co-sharing with our affiliate Napier Marist Cricket – Football and ExHigh Marist Netball clubs. This is a collective fundraiser toward future development of our club facilities. Individually we may struggle but collectively we can achieve what needs to be done over the next couple of years. Your turn to lend your Support folks….
HERE and THERE . . .
Celebrating 30 years of News, Views, Opinion and Stats from the man in the stand . . .
THE FIRST . . . round of the 2026 Maddison Trophy produced 44 tries, 27 conversions and just one penalty goal. There was 41 individual point scorers across the four matches played.
HOW . . . many readers remember skimming stones across the water? The first NZ Stone Skimming Championships are being held this weekend at Lake Hawea in the South Island.
New Zealand’s record stands at 54.5 metres. The world record is 121.8 metres, set by Scotsman Dougie Isaacs in 2018. The women’s record is 52.5 metres, while the world record for most consecutive skips is 88, set by Kurt Steiner of Pennsylvania in 2013.
WHEN IT . . . came to handing out nicknames, my old Venables, Willis workmate Jack Terry Quinn and I were pretty good at it.
My efforts were during my seven-year stint as the editor of the Napier Harriers Hotline magazine where I ended up writing most of the race reports. So hence quite a few club members got nicknames that are still around like Craig Forest Mathers, Mark Sparky Speakman and Fraser Frootloop Marett to name a few.
That got me thinking about the new covered One Stadium in Christchurch. Wellington has the Cake Tin, so Christchurch surely deserves the Bread Bin.
THERE’S . . . been a mixed response by women to use of smaller sized balls for this season’s version of Super Rugby Aupiki. Most are in favour of the smaller size 4.5 ball saying it’s way easier to pass and kick. The size 5 ball has been standard issue for players of all sexes since day dot. So if it improves the female game more let’s stick to the smaller balls.
THAT’S A WRAP. . . for this week. Next week – the Hurricanes Charity Anzac Day jersey auction update.
Cheers McGoo – mcgooz@outlook.com
‘The mind is everything. What you think you become.’
THAT ….. The following are the Premier grade stats including yesterdays games…..
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Leading Points scorer |
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Tries |
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Points |
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Michael Beech |
NOBM |
15 |
Jonty Stewart |
NOBM |
109 |
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Eli Bari |
NTOB |
11 |
Oscar Sowman |
HRS |
105 |
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Alex Philip |
Havelock |
9 |
Leighton Shaw |
NTOB |
81 |
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Jaziah Symons |
NTOB |
8 |
Michael Beech |
NOBM |
77 |
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Andrew Tauatevalu (Pirate) & Meni Manase (TRSC) |
7 |
Sheridan Rangihuna (pirate) & Eli Bari |
55 |
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THAT do you know someone missing these newsletters ? If you know someone that would like to receive our Napier Old Boys Marist weekly newsletters, please forward this email on to them – to forward their address to – eddiewilson@xtra.co.nz We know there are supporters out there who will have changed their address.
THAT – HUNGRY ? Make Sure YOU get your Thursday night ROAST DINNER order to – deez.bunz.napier@gmail.com – by each Wednesday…..
THAT As usual we apologise for any errors or mistakes you may find in this edition. Ed.
“Team up with the ‘GREEN MACHINE’ again in 2026 –
New Players are always WELCOME
THEY SAID IT
“Your preparation is your protection.”
Richie McCaw
“I can accept failure, everyone fails at something. But I can’t accept not trying.”
– Michael Jordan, Former American basketball player
And continued…..”There are people who would give anything to be in your position today. Don’t let them down.”
“The main difference between playing League and Union is that now I get my hangovers on Monday instead of Sunday.”
Tom David
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A CHAMPION IS SOMEONE WHO GETS UP WHEN HE CAN’T
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This Weeks Poser 1 – When was the last time Graham Henry coach the All Blacks?
Poser 2 – When was the last time Australia won the Bledisloe Cup ?
Poser 3 – What was the result the last time NOBM played Tech ?
Poser 4 – When was the last time an Australian team won the Super Rugby competition ?
Some of us carry our
Heart in our hands
Last Weeks Poser 1 – Who has been named CEO of NZ Rugby ? Answer – Former Crusader Steve Lancaster.
Poser 2 – Who did the Baby Blacks / NZ U20 lose to in their recent final too ?
Answer – Answer – Argentina U20’s 25 – 17 NZ U 20’s
Poser 3 – Who is the new President of NZ Rugby ?Answer – Former Black Fern Erin Rush
Poser 4 – Who is the England head coach ? Answer – Steve Borthwick
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New Players are Welcome in 2026
> Bring along a mate too <
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Round 14
Fri 15 May – Highlanders 12 – 42 Chiefs : Fijian Drua 14 – 43 Waratahs –
Sat 16 May – Blues 24 – 47 Hurricanes : Force 14 – 19 Reds
Byes – Brumbies : Crusaders : Moana Pasifika
Round 15
Fri 22 May – Crusaders – Chiefs : Fijian Drua – Waratahs
Sat 23 May – Moana Paifika – Reds : Hurricanes – Highlanders : Force – Fijian Drua : Bye – Blues
Round 16
Fri 29 May – Crusaders – Hurricanes : Reds – Fijian Drua
Sat 30 May – Brumbies – Moana Pasifika : Chiefs – Blues : Force – Waratahs : Bye – Highlanders
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RESPECT THE REF, EVEN IF YOU DISAGREE
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Aug 2 vs Wellington @ Wellington : Aug 8 vs Tasman @ Napier : Aug 15 vs Auckland @ Auckland
Aug 21 vs Manawatu @ Napier : Aug 27 vs Southland @ Invercargill : Sept 4 vs Otago @ Napier
Sept 13 vs North Harbour @ Napier : Sept 19 vs Bay of Plenty @ Tauranga : Sept 27 vs Taranaki @ Napier
: Oct 3 vs Counties Manakau @ Pukekohe
We look forward to seeing YOU at the Clubrooms soon.
Come in and join us whether its
Football, Netball, Cricket, Softball or Rugby…
New Zealand Marist Rugby Federation
An organization initiated to promote and foster a spirit of union, co-operation and close friendly relations between
all Marist and similar rugby union football clubs in New Zealand, Australasia and the Pacific.
Ellwood Function Centre, Otene Road, Hastings. Phone: 0274 070 809
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President: Mike Donoghue Vice President: Bernard Gittings
Secretary: Robert McCoid Treasurer: Jack Sanders
Chairman: Terry Gittings
Contact: 0274 524 521
Committee:
Lourdaiz Ah Chong, Josh Costello, Kevin Hickland, Craig Glendinning, Richie McCrea, Rochelle Ormsby
>>> NZ Marist website <<<
www.maristrugby.org.nz
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THERE ONLY ONE WAY SUCCEED AT ANYTHING
AND THAT IS TO GIVE EVERYTHING
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Pass the Word Around………
Come along and join our club in 2025 – New Players always Welcome
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>>>For more Info please Contact:
Committee Members
President – Anna Campbell – alwcampbell@gmail.com
Treasurer – Jo Donnelly : Secretary – Kelly Connell
Gear Custodian – Chesna Morgan – chesna.morgan@gmail.com
Committee Member – Mel Davis
email – exhighmaristhb@gmail.com
phone – 021 056 1155
Or contact us via Facebook and Messenger – (Napier Ex High Marist Netball Club)
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This Week Poser – Name the two new Waikato Bay of Plenty Magic co-captains ?
Last Weeks Poser – Who is the new chair of NZ Netball ?Answer – Alastair Carruthers is the new board chair.
“New Players Welcome to Team up with us for the 2026 Season
Napier Marist Football
Napier Marist fields 5 senior teams and 28 Junior teams
2026 Committee Members
Chairman – Don Butler
don.dwbelectrical@gmail.com 0274564652
Club Captain/sponsorship manager – Byron Fergus
021512751 admin@maristfc.co.nz
Junior club coordinator – Kushla Bond
0272045765 juniors@maristfc.co.nz
Treasurer – Jeremy Norman
0277079915 accounts@maristfc.co.nz
Club Secretary – Melanie Morgan
0274596605 melanie.morgan@outlook.co.nz
Social Media – Parnil Naiker
0211258503 parnilnn@gmail.com
This Week Poser – Which venue is the women’s A-League final between Phoenix and Melbourne City being played ?
Last Weeks Poser – What did the NZ Ferns beat Fiji by ? Answer – Ford Football Ferns have defeated Fiji 5-0
CLUB ASSOCIATE SUPPORTERS
Best Travel – Devine Physiotherapy – Ian Dick Concrete – ITM Napier – Muscle Injury Clinic –
Onlineautoshb Mechanical – Shed 2 on the Quay – Tamatea Pak’n’Save – Vision Homes
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“Play Napier Marist Football in 2026
Remember New Players AlwaysWelcome”
NAPIER OLD BOYS MARIST CRICKET
Patron: Lawrence Willis
President: Bevin Pollock
Vice Presidents:
David Pearson, David Bovey, Simon Coe, G Rogers, Peter Nixon, Bill Reilly, Abby Burrows, Dave Herrick.
Secretary: Cameron Todd Auditor: John McCorkindale Treasurer: James McCorkindale
Chairman: Del Whyte – 021 705 030
Committee:
Glen Walklin, Daniel Whyte, Stu Lindsay, Scott Morgan – 027 206 6498. Andrew Frame, Stuart O’Connor
This Week Poser –Who is the Black Cap ruled out of the 1st Test v England ?
Last weeks Poser – Who is the new CEO of NZ Cricket ? Answer – NZC Appoints Geoff Allott as Chief Executive Officer
The Leprauchan Comments
On holiday in Europe, Bert noticed a marble column in a church in Rome with a golden telephone on it.
As a young priest passed by, Bert asked who the telephone was for. The priest told him it was a direct line to Heaven, and if he’d like to call, it would be a thousand dollars.
Bert was amazed, but declined the offer.
Throughout Europe, Bert kept seeing the same golden telephone on a marble column. At each, he asked about it and the answer was always the same: a direct line to Heaven and he could call for a thousand dollars.
After Bert finished his tour in Ireland, he decided to attend Mass at a local village church. When he walked in the door he noticed the golden telephone, but underneath it there was a sign stating:
DIRECT LINE TO HEAVEN – 25 CENTS!
‘Father,‘ he said, “I have been all over Europe and in all the great cathedrals I visited, I’ve seen telephones exactly like this one but the price is always a thousand dollars. Why is it that this one is only 25 cents?”
The priest smiled and said, “Son, you’re in Ireland, it’s a local call!”
Paddy Murphy approached Mulligan’s Bar when he was suddenly accosted outside by Sister Marie.
“Surely a fine man as yerself, Paddy, is not going in to this den of iniquity?!” the good sister asked, more as an order than a question. “Surely you wouldn’t waste yer hard-earned paycheck on the devil’s brew when you could be buying food and clothing fer yer family!”
“Now hold on there, sister!” sputtered Murphy. “Surely you won’t be condemnin’ whiskey without ever tasting some yerself, would ya?”
“Very well then” said Sister Marie, “Just to prove my point, I’ll try some. Obviously I can’t go into the pub, but you go in and bring it out to me. Just have them place it in a cup rather than a glass, so as to not create a scandal out here.”
“Okay sister” said Murphy as he happily breezed on in to Mulligan’s.
“I’ll have a large gin” ordered Murphy to the barman, “and place it in a cup, not a glass!”
The barman shook his head and replied “Don’t tell me that nun’s outside again”
A Irishman, Mick goes to the doctor complaining of stomach pain…
Doctor: “Well I can’t find anything wrong with you , it must be the drinking”
Mick : “I’ll come back when you’re sober Doctor”
We look forward to seeing all rugby players, footballers, netballers, cricketers and softballers and friends at the clubrooms each Saturday – Pop in for cool Tui or two – Also bring along your mates for an Ale and a chat. All members and friends Welcome …………. Ed
Napier Old Boys Marist Rugby – Napier Old Boys Marist Cricket – Napier Marist Football – Napier Marist Netball – Napier Marist Softball
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