TEAMTALK UPDATE – 14/26 – 3 May
Napier Old Boys Marist Rugby Club
TeamTalk
03.05.2026
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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TOUGH TIMES DON‘T LAST – TOUGH PEOPLE DO
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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
CLUB OFFICERS 2026
Mike O’Connor
PRESIDENT
Wade Colville-Smith
CHAIRMAN
Chris Benson Mitch Gardiner
Director of Finance Director of Club Management
Matt Robertson
Director of Communications
Alex Nixon Kurt Chambers
Directors of Rugby
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Team Management Personnel 2026 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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>>> CONGRATULATIONS GUYS <<<
From your clubmates at
Napier Old Boys Marist Rugby Club
NASH CUP
NAPIER OLD BOYS MARIST PREMIERS 36 – 33 TECHNICAL PREMIERS
Last round of the Nash and a good test of character. A great tough battle which is exactly what the next round will be like. Great sunny Saturday weather for footy led to Tech taking a good first half lead with numerous line breaks and ill-discipline from the team.
Standouts from our guys included Reilly Hannon and Oto Katoa who showed their experience .
Credit to the bench impact and the team figuring out how to get themselves out of trouble which saw line breaks from vice captain Kere Penitito which flared the comeback and some quality finishes. The back of the lineout was quality in the second half which provided the conductor Ellery room to play which ultimately led to him 150th celebration being a success. Maddison round in bound and it’s going to be a nail bitter each week
Report courtesy – Matt Wyatt
3. Reilly Hannan 2. Oto Katoa 1. Ellery Wilson
Havelock Nth 36-35 Havelock North : MAC 46-10 Bridge Pa : HRS 24-27 Taradale
JACK SWAIN CUP
NAPIER OLD BOYS MARIST PREMIER RESERVE 65 – 26 TECHNICAL PREMIER RESERVES
Our Richard Kepka Premier Reserve squad delivered a dominant performance this weekend, securing an impressive 62-26 victory on Napier Technical. The team set the tone early, running in string of tries in the first half through Ioane Lauano, Faafetai Filipo, Tunufa’i Pelenato, Pili Maisa, and Manasa Kabuabola. Their cohesion and attacking intent put Napier Technical under constant pressure and established a strong lead heading into the break.
The momentum carried into the second half, with Siaosi Aiolupo, Paul Mauga, Junior Togomai, and Talosaga Eteuati crossing the line. Eteuati was outstanding completing a hat-trick and capping off a powerful team effort. Despite the strong result, the win was overshadowed by an unfortunate moment in the second half. Vince Bo, our valued number 4, suffered a season-ending injury. Vince is a huge part of our squad, and our thoughts are with him and his family during this time. We know he’ll have a full support of the team behind him as he begins his recovery.
A great result on the scoreboard, and a performance the team can be proud of, but one that also reminds us of the importance of looking after one and other both on and off the field.
Report courtesy – Emma Chambers
3. Pieli 2. Faafatai Filipo 1. Bob Foai
Pirates 43-48 Clive : HRS 45-22 Taradale : Tamatea 45–12 Havelock North : MAC – Bye
MAURY COADY CUP
NAPIER OLD BOYS MARIST THIRDS 31 – 0 TARADALE THIRDS
Napier Old Boys Marist Thirds travelled to Taradale this weekend, fully aware they were in for a tough contest, and that’s exactly how it played out. NOBM started strongly, striking first and controlling the opening 20 minutes with confidence and structure. However, a couple of lapses in concentration allowed Taradale back into the game, conceding two quick tries to swing momentum.
To their credit, the lads regrouped well and fought their way back into the match. The second half saw NOBM take control again, spending long periods ahead on the scoreboard and applying consistent pressure, holding a narrow lead for much of the half. Unfortunately, another structural lapse late in the game opened the door for Taradale to edge back in front. Despite this, NOBM finished strongly, camping on the Taradale line and throwing everything they had at the defence. The effort was there, but they were unable to quite execute the final play to seal it.
The final score saw Taradale take it 35–31 in a tight, hard-fought battle. While the result didn’t go their way, the team continues to improve each week, taking valuable lessons from another competitive performance. The lads are back at home next weekend against Takapau, get along and show your support.
Report courtesy – Tom Grant
3. Martin Barnard 2. Steve Rogers 1. Siiae Saufoi
Flaxmere 12-35 Clive : Havelock 0-45 Pirates : Tamatea 75 – 0 Takapau : Bye – YMP
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ARTHUR BROWN CUP
NAPIER OLD BOYS MARIST COLTS 28 – 43 TARADALE COLTS
Top of the table clash this week against Taradale, with the winner going a long way toward securing a 1st round home final. We had a few disruptions during the week with boys unavailable, injured, or away, but we didn’t let that affect this group. Training was strong all week and the boys turned up Saturday ready to go. Unfortunately from kickoff Taradale put us under pressure, and it felt like we were always chasing the game. To the boys’ credit, they worked hard to keep fighting their way back into the contest throughout the first half.
At halftime the message was clear — we knew what we needed to do to get on top. But a few mistakes, combined with not quite executing our set pieces and the basics of the game, allowed Taradale to get the better of us. Taradale took the win 43–28. The talk in the shed after the game was honest — we didn’t feel Taradale were the better team, but we lost because we simply didn’t want it enough on the day.
Next week we take on Pirates, and with a win there we will earn another crack at Taradale in the 1st round final.
Report courtesy – Chris Birch
3. Jimmy Brotherton 2. Seth Mackie 1. Reid McGrath
Tech 5-69 Havelock North : Pirates won by default over HRS Colts :
Clubroom Aftermatch Activities
2 May
Shape Life Brokers Supporter of the Day
$50 Bar Voucher – Clint Chamberlain
ICIB Brokerweb Lucky Members Draw
$300 – Tamara Marshall
$50 bar Raffle winner – Peter Bainbridge
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New Players Welcome in 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
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 : 16 May – Bye
DIVISION THREE – 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 : 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 – 11 April v HRS @ Tremain Field : 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
Congratulations to the Premier players from NOBM named to play for Hawkes Bay XV v Manawatu.
Dylan Homan, Kane Ngawhare, Kere Penitito, Jonty Stewart, Patrick Teddy, Lachlan Varcoe.
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 !
And just like that… WE’RE OFF!
Friday night saw our Kindy Rippa legends carving it up, with our two Year 1 teams getting stuck into their first Friday games — smiles, tries, and a bit of organised chaos
Fast forward to today… and what an absolute beauty of a day for footy!
Grading games happening all across the region, with NOBM proudly hosting the Year 7 Round
Good luck to all our teams running out today — rip in, back your mates, and enjoy it
AND IMPORTANTLY…
The NOBM Pak’n Save Tamatea Sausage Caravan is OPEN and firing!
Sausages
Drinks
Choccy treats
Good times
Come grab a feed and support the club while you’re at it . Support the Year 7 teams’ fundraising efforts for their 2027 team trip!!!
Let’s gooooo Napier Old Boys Marist!
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PERSISTENCE CAN CHANGE FAILURE INTO REMARKABLE ACHIEVEMENT
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DID YOU KNOW
THAT huge congratulations to our 2026 Nash Cup Champions Benson Property Limited NOBM Premiers who secured the Nash Cup with their win over Taradale last week. This is the first time since 2018 the club has lifted the trophy, adding to previous wins this century in 2002, 2016, and 2017. Massive credit to Ellery, Matt, their management team, and the entire playing squad for an outstanding campaign.
NOBM’s win last week ends a run of 14 consecutive losses to Taradale. The last win over Taradale was 34-29 in 2019 Maddison Trophy final. The 70 points posted last week was the third highest total NOBM has ever posted against Taradale – 2018 : W 89-17, 2017 : W 78-9, 2026 : W 70-12, 2018 : W 67-18, 2011 : W 66-5. (Info credited to HB Rugby statistician Adrian Hill)
THAT Congratulations also to our Premier coach and sometime player Ellery Wilson who yesterday played his 150th game for Napier OBM Premiers. Ellery who manages the Hawkes Bay Rugby academy has been a real Trojan in the clubs colours for more than a decade and has also played 29 games for Hawkes Bay 2014-2017, scoring two tries – v North Harbour 2014 and Otago 2017.
THAT we extend congratulations to our NOBM players named in the Hawkes Bay XV vs Manawatu encounter for the annual ‘battle of the ranges’ that was played in Waipukurau during the past week: Kere Penitito, Kane Ngawhare, Patrick Teddy, Jonty Stewart, Dylan Homan and Lachlan Varcoe. The match saw the Magpies XV take out the game with a 55–31 winning result.
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….
DON’T FORGET to Hook In and get yourself and your mate a Ticket TODAY……
If it’s drowning you’re after, don’t torment yourself with shallow water.
THAT our top NOBM points accumulators Jonty Stewart is now on 101, Michael Beech 13 tries – 65 points, Jedidah Corbett 5 tries – 25 points. All with the support of their ‘green machine’ team mates.
THAT the passing of Dennis Smart last week. Educated at Napier BHS, he was an occasional fullback for the Napier HSOB senior team 1960-61 and served as Hawke’s Bay Rugby Union as Secretary 1980-90. Dennis was the first President of the Hawke’s Bay-Gisborne District Squash Rackets Association when it formed in 1971 and continued through in this capacity to 1975, then served as its Secretary in 1977. This enabled him to serve on the NZ Squash Rackets Association Management Committee 1971-1976.
THAT re WE’RE LOOKING FOR MATCHDAY VOLUNTEERS A suggestion to members these roles do not necessarily have to done by one person, maybe these important positions could be shared between two or three club members – sort of ‘share the load’. Give this some serious through guys and girls >>> YOUR SUPPORT WOULD REALLY BE APPRECIATED. Contact Wade if YOU or you know of someone who may be interested in taking on one of these important roles. Your Support will really be Appreciated.
THAT did you know that is an ‘Ellery’ Fan Club developing amongst our younger brigade. It was certainly a great way to celebrate his 150th Napier Old Boys Marist Premier game…
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 As usual we apologise for any errors or mistakes you may find in this edition. Ed.
ACTION FROM LAST WEEKS ENCOUNTER
Michael Beech dots down again for one of his hattrick of tries for the Green Machine.
“Team up with the ‘GREEN MACHINE’ again in 2026 –
New Players are always WELCOME
2026 Club Raffle
We’re running a joint club raffle alongside our affiliate clubs:
NOBM Rugby
Napier Old Boys Marist Cricket Club
Napier Ex High Marist Netball Club
500 tickets available at $50 each.
All funds raised will go towards future maintenance and extensions of the clubrooms for the benefit of all four clubs.
To enter, click the link below
Major prize
$3,000 travel voucher from Best Travel
Drawn at prizegiving on Friday 24 July.
A big thank you to Fraser and Linda from Best Travel for supplying the major prize.
Weekly draws
9 May – 6 June
$60
$80
$100
14 June (Club Day) – 11 July
$100
$100
$100
***we are not able to assign numbers ***
That’s 30 weekly prizes before the final draw.
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THEY SAID IT
“Yeah, it was hot, especially a mid-day game. Bit of a greenhouse, but nah, awesome stadium. Almost as good as Forsyth Barr.”
Highlanders skipper Ethan De Groot sums Christchurch’s new Te Kaha stadium after his side ground out a 27-17 win over Moana Pasifika.
“It’s got a different feel to Forsyth Barr, almost like a European stadium, not much airflow, quite humid and the ball gets a bit more slippery.”
Hurricanes Jordie Barrett.
“I take a laid-back approach to a lot of things in life and, at the end of the day, rugby’s just a game.”
Beauden Barrett.
“You’ve got to get your first tackle in early, even if it’s late.”
Ray Graved.
“The best way to keep a lead is to increase it.”
John Eales.
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IF YOU AREN’T WILLING TO WORK FOR IT –
DON’T COMPLAIN ABOUT NOT HAVING IT
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This Weeks Poser 1 – The Crusaders recent 26-31 loss to the Reds – when was their last loss to the Crusaders ?
Poser 2 – Who is the next team Scott Robertson going to coach ?
Poser 3 – What was the score the last time (2025) NOBM Prems played Tech ?
Poser 4 – How many Super Rugby titles have the Crusaders won ?
Some of us carry our
Heart in our hands
This Weeks Poser 1 – Who scored the last / final try for the Crusaders at the Addington stadium venue ?
Answer – Prop Seb Calder
Poser 2 – Which team won the inaugural Ranfurly shield ? Answer – Auckland (1902)
Poser 3 – What is the national emblem on the Welsh rugby shirts ? Answer – Three Ostrich feathers
Poser 4 – How many provinces made up the Highlanders franchise ? Poser – Three – Otago, Southland, North Otago
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New Players are Welcome in 2026
> Bring along a mate too <
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Round 1
13 Feb – Highlanders 25 – 23 Crusaders : Waratahs 36 – 12 Reds
14 Feb – Drua 26 – 40 Moana Pacifica : Blues 15 – 19 Chiefs : Force 24 – 56 Brumbies
Hurricanes – Bye
Round 2
20 Feb – Hurricanes 52 – 10 Moana Pacifika : Waratahs 36 – 13 Fijian Drua
21 Feb – Highlanders 23 – 26 Chiefs : Force 32 – 42 Blues
22 Feb – Crusaders 24 – 50 Brumbies
Reds – Bye
Round 3
27 Feb – Moana Pacifika 19 – 35 Force : Reds 31 – 14 Highlanders
28 Feb – Fijian Drua 25 – 20 Hurricanes : Chiefs 33 – 43 Crusaders : Brumbies 30 – 27 Blues
Waratahs – Bye
Round 4 Fri 6 March – Chiefs 57 – 24 Moana Pasifika : Waratahs 19 – 59 Hurricanes
Sat 7 March – Highlanders 39 – 31 Force : Blues 29 – 13 Crusaders : Brumbies 31 – 34 Reds
Fijian Drua – Bye
Round 5
Fri 13 March – Hurricanes 31 – 23 Force (Napier)
Sat 14 Mark – Fijian Drua 42 – 27 Brumbies : Crusaders 29 – 18 Highlanders : Reds 26 – 17 Waratahs
Sun 15 March – Blues 43 – 7 Moana Pacifika : Chiefs – Bye
Round 6
Fri 20 March – Highlanders 7 – 50 Hurricanes : Brumbies 33 – 24 Chiefs
Sat 21 March – Fijian Drua 6 – 21 Reds : Moana Pasifika 21 – 50 Crusaders : Waratahs 20 – 35 Blues
Round 7
Fri 27 March – Moana Pacifika 19 – 39 Highlanders : Brumbies 28 – 30 Waratahs
Sat 28 March – Hurricanes 52 – 14 Reds : Blues 40 – 15 Fijian Drua : Force 14 – 24 Chiefs
Round 8
Fri 3 April – Crusaders 69 – 26 Fijian Drua
Sat 4 April – Chiefs 42 – 14 Waratahs : Reds 19 – 42 Force
Byes – Brumbies, Blues, Highlanders, Hurricanes, Moana Pacifika
Round 9
Fri 10 April – Highlanders 10-14 Brumbies
Sat 11 April – Moana Pacifika 17 – 62 Chiefs : Fijian Drua 24 – 22 Force : Hurricanes 42 – 19 Blues : Reds 31 – 26 Crusaders
Waratahs – Bye
Round 10
Fri 17 April – Blues 47 – 40 Highlanders : Waratahs 29 – 14 Moana Pasifika
Sat. 18 April – Chiefs 22 – 17 Hurricanes : Brumbies 28 – 33 Fijian Drua : Force 31 – 26 Crusaders
Round 11
Fri 24 April – Crusaders 35 – 20 Waratahs
Sat 25 – Hurricanes 45 – 12 Brumbies : Blues 36 – 33 Reds
Sat 24 April – Highlanders 27 – 17 Moana Pasifika : Chiefs 42 – 22 Fijian Drua
Round 12
Fri 1 May – Hurricanes 38 – 31 Crusaders : Waratahs 17 – 20 Force
Sat 2 May – Fijian Drua 34 – 14 Highlanders : Moana Pasifika 19 – 45 Blues : Reds 30 – 21 Brumbies : Bye – Chiefs
Round 13
Fri 8 May – Crusaders – Blues : Reds – Chiefs
Sat 9 May – Highlanders – Waratahs : Moana Pasifika – Hurricanes : Brumbies – Force
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HARD WORK BEATS TALENT WHEN TALENT FAILS TO WORK HARD
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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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GOLD MEDALS AREN’T MADE OF GOLD. THEY’RE MADE OF SWEAT, DETERMINATION,
AND A HARD TO FIND ALLOY CALLED GUTS….
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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 – Who was the winner of the Dame Lois Muir Supreme Award at the 2025 New Zealand Netball Awards ?
Last Weeks Poser – Magic team relationship manager Gary Dawson, what was his former role ?
Answer – Former Waikato Rugby and Chiefs chief executive.
“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
2025 Committee Members
Chairman – Andy Smith – andrew@bpx.co.nz / 027 559 1254
Club Captain – Jayden Barrow / 027 612 7216
Junior Club Coordinator – Michelle Reilly / 021 705 385 : Junior Development – Dwayne Smith / 021 081 30914
Sponsorship Manager – Byron Fergus / 021 512 751 : Treasurer – Jeremy Norman / 027 707 9915
Social Media – Paige Hunt / 027 321 7645
Junior football queries – juniors@maristfc.co.nz
This Week Poser – How many team start in the Chatham Cup ?
Last Week Poser – What is the All Whites position in the FIFA mens world rankings ? Answer – 85th
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 Always Welcome”
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 Weeks Poser – What do the Silver Ferns get paid ?
Last weeks Poser – What did Melie Kerr score not out to lead the Silver Ferns to a world record run chase at the Basin Reserve ?
Answer – 179 not out
The Leprauchan Comments
An Englishman, Scotsman, and yer man Paddy were boasting about how famous their uncles are. “My uncle is a bishop,” said the Englishman, “and when he walks down the street, everybody says, ‘Your Lordship.”
“My uncle is a cardinal,” said the Scotsman, “and when he walks down the street everybody says, ‘Your Eminence.”
“Dat’s nothing,” says Paddy. “My uncle weighs twenty-nine stone, and when he walks down the street everybody says, ‘God Almighty!’“
Paddy returned home to Ireland from watching a rugby match between Ireland and England. At the pub, Paddy told the lads, “It was a savage competition, nothing short of brutal. In the break, the Irish skipper came off the field with a bruised testicle!”
Mick said,“He must have been in agony.”
“Not at all,” replied Paddy. “It belonged to one of the Englishmen.”
Paddy says to Mick “Have you heard the news ?
3 cliff walkers have fallen to their deaths!”
“Unbelievable, says Mick, I can’t believe they all had the same name!”
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
”Team up with Napier Old Boys Marist”
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