Injured Crusader and Mako player of the year in 2017, Jordan Taufua, has also been included. Saturday 3 November, Ajinomoto Stadium, TOKYO, 3. vs. ENGLAND. 26-year-old Auckland-born Hall captained his St Peter’s College First XV, was co-captain of New Zealand Under 20 in 2012, and North Harbour provincial captain in 2015. Norris made his debut for Tasman in Round 7 of the 2018 Mitre 10 Cup against Wellington at Sky Stadium in Wellington. 213 talking about this. Gallagher Chiefs named for their 2021 season opener against the Highlanders. Wyatt Crockett and Mitch Hunt are vice captains. Currently, he is in his 5th season with the Makos. After school Cameron headed south to Lincoln University and into the Canterbury provincial team. The all-round sportsman was already well known in Wanganui, having played age-grade rugby. All these players and their families can be proud of the hard work, commitment and dedication that has led to this point,” Hansen said. Hurricanes crossing fingers for a crowd in Christchurch. Coaches: Leon MacDonald, Andrew Goodman, Shane Christie and Clarke Dermody. Tasman (often known as the Tasman Mako and formerly Tasman Makos) are a New Zealand professional rugby union team based in Tasman Bay / Te Tai-o-Aorere, New Zealand.Established in 2006, they play in the Mitre 10 Cup, the provincial tournament in New Zealand.They play their home games at Lansdowne Park in Blenheim or Trafalgar Park in Nelson, both in the Tasman region. We’re also playing Australia and Japan at two of our Rugby World Cup venues,” Hansen said. Along with the vastly-experienced Crockett, who returns to his home town, former North Harbour hooker Ray Niuia, Jed Brown, a hard-nosed Canterbury loosie, and Auckland loan player, flanker Sione Havili, are added to the forward mix. 2021 offers a fresh start for the Chiefs - Cane. A recent Tasman link to the Houston SabreCats' is South African-born player Liam Andrews, who played for Stoke in 2016 and turned out for the Texas-based side in 2018 and 2019. Tim then moved to the US and competed with the Utah Warriors in the 2018 MLR season. The seven new All Blacks in the wider squad are: Tasman prop Tyrel Lomax and fellow prop, Taranaki’s Reuben O’Neill, Hawke’s Bay loose forward Gareth Evans, North Harbour halfback Bryn Hall, Canterbury first five-eighth Brett Cameron, Wellington midfielder Matt Proctor and Canterbury winger George Bridge. Fainga'anuku was named in the Tasman Mako squad for the 2018 Mitre 10 Cup and made his debut in Round 8 when Tasman played Otago at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin coming off the bench in a 21–47 win for the Mako. The Tasman Makos' impressive Mitre 10 Cup campaign has been reflected by the selection of 19 players from this year's squad among the Super Rugby 2018 teams announced on Wednesday. Tasman. The official facebook page of the Tasman Mako | Keep up to date with your favourite team. 2018 Tasman Mako squad announced. Tasman Rugby Union was formed in 2005 and Rugby Star Slot was formed in 2015. He is not the only Hurricanes player in the family, with younger brother Billy signing a five-year deal with the club this year. Moutere went through the season unbeaten, winning a thrilling grand final 22-14 over Waimea Old Boys at Lansdowne Park to repeat their title win from 2017. Whilst it’s incredibly disappointing their opening game of Sky Super Rugby Aotearoa will be played behind closed doors, neither team are letting it affect their preparation for Friday night. There are also a couple of new faces in the backs – namely Chiefs fullback/wing Solomon Alaimalo and Leicester Faingaanuku, who teams up with big brother Tima. To be captained by David Havili, the side will again be coached by co-Head Coaches Andrew Goodman and Clarke Dermody with assistance from Shane Christie and Gray Cornelius. Props Nepo Laulala and Joe Moody also return to the national side after injury-hampered seasons, with both players also returning to Mitre 10 Cup action on the weekend, while lock Brodie Retallick and loose forward Liam Squire also return from recent injuries. Southland 26 Aug 2018; Auckland 07 Sep 2018; Taranaki 14 Sep 2018; ... Tasman Mako reveal loaded line up despite All Blacks absences for top of the table clash ... 17:04. World Rugby has made the difficult decision to recommend the postponement of Rugby World Cup 2021, scheduled to be hosted in New Zealand between 18 September-16 October, until next year. After his inaugural MLR season, he was part of the Makos team that won the Mitre 10 Cup. Hooker Dane Coles is back after missing most of the 2018 season and coming through his Mitre 10 Cup match on Friday. There are several new faces in the team with Wellington midfielder Thomas Umaga-Jensen, Tasman forwards Shannon Frizell, Pari Pari Parkinson and Tyrel Lomax, Counties players prop Kalolo Tuiloma and outside back Tevita Nabura and Canterbury outside back Josh McKay. Jona Nareki's speed, power and hunger powered a resurgent Highlanders side to a 39–23 win over the hapless Chiefs in Sky Super Rugby Aotearoa at Hamilton on Friday. The 22-year-old prop played his first year of Investec Super Rugby for the Melbourne Rebels in 2017, before returning to New Zealand. He continued his form into 2018, finishing second-equal on the leading try scorers list with 15 tries in the Crusaders’ back to back title season. VS Canterbury Blenheim Fri 17 Aug, 7:35pm Rnd 2. O’Neill was selected in the New Zealand Schools side in 2012 and then the Taranaki Mitre 10 Cup side in 2015 after successfully returning to rugby from a back injury. These players will be complemented by a core of recent Test players in forwards Liam Coltman, Tim Perry, Angus Ta’avao, Luke Romano, Luke Whitelock and Jackson Hemopo; and backs Nehe Milner-Skudder, David Havili and Ngani Laumape. Born and bred in the Hawke’s Bay, 27-year-old loose forward Gareth Evans shifted south to Otago University to study and made the Otago provincial side in 2011 aged just 20 going on to play three years for the province, bringing an abrasive style and huge work rate to his game. The New Zealand National Squad referees officiate at the Mitre 10 Cup, Mitre 10 Heartland Championship and the Farah Palmer Cup presented by Mitre 10. Auckland Vs Wellington at Eden Park 20th Oct 2018… Chiefs look forward to fresh start in opening game. Born in Gisborne, Bridge moved down to Christchurch six years ago to play club rugby, getting selected in the under 20s national team and Canterbury for the Mitre 10 Cup. The 21 year old has played outstanding rugby for Auckland in this year’s Mitre 10 Cup competition topping the tackles count late in the season. The squad includes eight current or former All Blacks and seven Maori All Blacks. The Board noted his significant long service to New Zealand Rugby and the fact he is contracted to return to New Zealand and the Crusaders in 2019. Gatland up for challenge against old team. Dynamic halfback Bryn Hall’s highly competitive nature and high-energy rugby makes him an asset in any team he plays for. Mako Home Games Rnd 1. Two changes in the backs with Josh Ioane starting at first-five and Mitch Hunt reverting to fullback where he finished the game against the Crusaders last Friday. In September 2018 at 16 years old, Segner made his debut for the New Zealand national schoolboy rugby union team against Tonga. The 32-man squad is as follows (with age, province and Test caps in bracket. Played. A 10-man wider squad has been named to cover injuries and form slumps, composed mainly of club players. https://t.co/jgCx0QPCzV pic.twitter.com/wcZZcJYOVO— All Blacks (@AllBlacks) October 14, 2018, ?? With Shannon Frizell, Tim Perry and Liam Squire expected to play a big part in the All Blacks season, 19 forwards have been named, including former All Blacks prop Kane Hames. He has played outstanding rugby this year and deserves his opportunity.”. David Havili will captain a powerful Tasman Mako squad in the 2018 Mitre 10 Cup competition. “We’ll also be using the Japanese leg of our Tour to road test a few things ahead of next year’s Rugby World Cup, as we will be using the same hotels and training facilities while we are there. The Mako squad features several new faces. Papalii gets his opportunity after an impressive Investec Super Rugby season followed by a strong Mitre 10 Cup season. Therefore, most of the players in Rugby Star Slot imagine themselves as a player of this particular team. Hawke's Bay halfback Folau Fakatava's star continues to rise with his naming as the starting halfback in the Highlanders Sky Super Rugby Aotearoa game against the Chiefs in Hamilton on Friday. Analysis: The latest craze in 2018 pro rugby - the 'Mousetrap' switch play. Welcome to the arena, Chiefs. A quartet of Tasman Mako were included in the All Black squad announcement on Sunday morning for the three-test series against France next month. “We also congratulate those new All Blacks named in the wider squad for the Japan Test. The Mako play their opening match on Friday evening, August 17, against Canterbury at Lansdowne Park, kick off 7.35pm. He was drafted into the Highlanders for the 2014 season, making 14 appearances in his debut year, before helping the side to their maiden Super Rugby title in 2015 and victory over the touring British & Irish Lions in 2017. Round 2 Preview: Chiefs v Highlanders (2021). Upcoming. After topping the table this season and handing the Mako a 36-10 drubbing in round-robin play, Auckland holds the mantle as the premiership favourites – a moniker held by Tasman in 2019. “We’ve got a year now to get even fitter, faster, stronger” – Kendra Cocksedge. Tim advanced to the Tasman Makos squad and went on to play with the Makos in the 2016-2017 NPC Campaign. “We thank the NZR Board and Panasonic for supporting the selection of Matt. Interim Chiefs head-coach Clayton McMillan has marked his involvement with the side by connecting with the qualities that made them champions in 2012-13. Crusaders team named for first home game against the Hurricanes. Tasman Mako 13 - Auckland 12 0. Hawke's Bay. 12 Tasman players named in 2018 Crusaders Knights squad Friday February 16 2018 11:24 AM 0 comments Crusaders Knights Head Coach Mark Brown has selected 12 Tasman players for the 2018 season, which will include games against the Hurricanes … Former All Black's rugby career appears to be in tatters following an announcement from the Tasman Makos that he won't play for them in the Mitre 10 Cup. Tasman. He comes in following injuries to Sam Cane (neck surgery) and the unavailability of Shannon Frizell and Tasman loose forward contender Jordan Taufua. His Super season was cut short by injury this year but he returned to captain Wellington’s 2018 Mitre 10 Cup campaign. The All Black utility takes over the leadership role from former skipper Alex Ainley, who remains in the 31-man squad which was named today. Also returning are three players who played non-Tests on last year’s Vista Northern Tour: Wellington hooker Asafo Aumua, North Harbour loose forward Dillon Hunt, and Canterbury halfback Mitchell Drummond. Beating the Crusaders on their home turf in Sky Super Rugby Aotearoa last year was a highlight for the Hurricanes but Sunday's 2021 rematch in Christchurch would be a different story again. Meanwhile, a number of All Blacks make eagerly-awaited returns from injury. The Tasman Makos upset Canterbury with a convincing 25-17 win in Blenheim, avenging their loss in last year's Mitre 10 Cup final. New Highlanders coach Aaron Mauger has named eight new faces in his squad for the 2018 season, including Canterbury wing Josh McKay and three Tasman Makos. Auckland vs Tasman Mako @ Eden Park - Live on UltimateRugby. Another young Tasman player looking to make his mark is 23 year old Shannon Frizell, “Shannon is a rangy loose forward with excellent aerial skills who can cover the lock position. He played for the Tasman Mako in that year’s Mitre 10 Cup and after a solid debut season was selected as one of 10 new caps in the Maori All Blacks for their tour to Canada and France. Tasman Makos is the leader in selling rugby tickets in New Zealand. Crusaders and All Blacks wing Sevu Reece said he had put in a lot of aspirational work in the off-season in his bid to have the best possible Sky Super Rugby Aotearoa season knowing how much competition there was for places in the All Blacks side. Returning All Blacks and Crusaders utility David Havili summed up the welcome news that local fans would be able to attend Sunday's Sky Super Rugby Aotearoa game against the Hurricanes in Christchurch. Opportunity came knocking in 2018 as the Blues were hit by a severe injury crisis and Papalii was signed up. Saturday 24 November, Stadio Olimpico, ROME, Kick-off: 3.00PM CST (NZT: 2.00AM Sunday 25 November), The Hurricanes need ‘multiple threats’ against the Crusaders - Holland. Impressive 23-year-old outside back George Bridge has thrived in the successful environment of the Crusaders Super Rugby team. Join members of the Tasman Mako Rugby squad at The Vines Village to play some fun kids games, and get warmed up for the Mako vs Southland match later in the afternoon (2:05pm kick off at Landsdowne Park). Loose forward Matt Todd has also been selected after being granted an exemption by the New Zealand Rugby (NZR). The key feature of the 32-man All Blacks squad is the selection of new All Black, 21-year-old Auckland loose forward Dalton Papalii, as well as the return of several senior All Blacks from injury. Former All Blacks lock Isaac Ross has been brought into the Tasman Mako rugby squad for the remainder of their Mitre 10 Cup campaign. READ ?? The younger brother of 2009 All Black Bryn Evans, Gareth transferred to the Hurricanes in 2018 and quickly established himself as the first choice No 8. A standout player for both the Hurricanes and the Wellington Lions provincial side, Matt Proctor made his Investec Super Rugby debut in 2013 and was a part of the Hurricanes side that secured their first Super Rugby title in 2016. Tasman Makos ; Live. Crusaders stoked to have fans back on Sunday - Havili. Whilst this morning’s news that World Rugby has made the tough decision to recommend the postponement of Rugby World Cup 2021 came as a huge shock to players and fans around the world, the Black Ferns are taking the impending decision on the chin and moving forward. Tasman Rugby Union has named a 36 man squad to contest the 2020 Mitre 10 Cup. Afternoon footy is back with a bang this Sunday as the defending champions the Crusaders take on the last team to beat them at home the Hurricanes. Stuff Facebook 23-year-old Taranaki prop Reuben O’Neill has overcome injury and a diabetes diagnosis early in his career to take his rugby to the next level. Saturday 10 November, Twickenham, LONDON, Kick-off: 3.00PM BST (NZT: 3.00AM Sunday 11 November, 4. vs. IRELAND. His father is former Kiwis rugby league prop John Lomax. Highlanders and Marist loose forward Shannon Frizell was a surprise bolter, joining fellow Mako Jordan Taufua as debutants in the 33-man squad which also includes Liam Squire and Tim Perry. HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series 2021 Plans Unveiled. He played for the Tasman Mako in that year’s Mitre 10 Cup and after a solid debut season was selected as one of 10 new caps in the Maori All Blacks for their tour to Canada and France. The Crusaders are preparing for their rescheduled Round 2 match against the Hurricanes on Sunday afternoon, and Head Coach Scott Robertson has made few changes to the side, following their Round 1 win over the Highlanders in Dunedin. Wyatt Crockett (vice captain), Alex Ainley, Ethan Blackadder, Jed Brown, Ryan Coxon, Vernon Fredericks, Shannon Frizell, Kane Hames, Tyrel Lomax, Andrew Makalio, Ray Niuia, Pari Pari Parkinson, Tim Perry, Blair Prinsep, Isaac Salmon, Liam Squire, Quinten Strange, Jordan Taufua, Sione Havili. At just 19 years of age, Segner was named in the 2020 Tasman Mako squad for the 2020 Mitre 10 Cup, signing a two-year deal with the side. “Having the extra group come to Japan will allow us to send the bulk of our main squad to London early to acclimatise and prepare for what will be three big Test matches in the Northern Hemisphere, starting with England. As expected the Mitre 10 Cup champions will send a development squad featuring limited senior provincial experience but a number of promising youngsters. Mako Nelson Games Rnd 5. He has continued to shore up the scrum so far this year and his strength and power in the front row has caught the attention of the All Blacks selectors. View Profile. He figured strongly for the Makos this season and was impressive with the ball in hand and has a very high work rate. Mako 2020 Squad Named . Tyrel earned a Test cap in 2018 against Japan (AB #1180) and played for the Maori All Blacks in 2018 and 2019. Gallagher Chiefs Head Coach Clayton McMillan has named his first team to take on the Highlanders for their Sky Super Rugby Aotearoa season opener at FMG Stadium Waikato on Friday 5 March at 7.05pm. Ultimate Rugby Players, News, Fixtures and Live Results ... Otago Vs Hawke's Bay at Forsyth Barr Stadium 20th Oct 2018. The 2020 Mako squad epitomise the word ‘resilience’. https://t.co/L6zoT0Plph pic.twitter.com/Z7ZhuPIKf7— All Blacks (@AllBlacks) October 10, 2018. A handful of tweaks have been made to the Hurricanes starting line-up ahead of Sunday’s clash with the Crusaders in Christchurch. 2018 has seen an increase in the number of teams running variations of switch plays – the Highlanders, the Sharks, the Reds in Super Rugby and now the Tasman Makos in Mitre 10 are deploying these with success. Auckland-raised Papalii captained his St Kentigern's College First XV and in 2015 led the New Zealand Schools side to a convincing win over their Aussie counterparts. TRU Board chairman, Wayne Young, notes “Lyndon is a passionate rugby person and is a well-known senior executive with SANZAAR and very accomplished ex … Crusaders to tidy up infringements for Hurricanes clash. Hall made his provincial debut for North Harbour in 2012 and strong performances saw him selected for the Blues for the 2013 season. Saturday 17 November, Aviva Stadium, IRELAND, Kick-off: 7.00PM BST (NZT: 7.00AM Sunday 18 November), 5. vs. ITALY. GLENN DELANEY Assistant Coach Blues Coaching Debut: 2015 Glenn Delaney is joining the Highlanders from his position as Head Coach for Canterbury on a two year contract from 2018, after winning six of seven games and the 2017 Mitre 10 Cup Premiership title. O’Neill was a member of the Taranaki side which upset Canterbury to take the Ranfurly Shield in 2017, alongside All Blacks teammate Angus Ta’avao. Tasman. He also earned selection in the Maori All Blacks during the 2017 DHL New Zealand Lions Series. David Havili (captain), Mitchell Hunt (vice captain), Solomon Alaimalo, Levi Aumua, Finlay Christie, Leicester Faingaanuku, Tima Faingaanuku, Billy Guyton, Will Jordan, Alex Nankivell, Rupena Parkinson, Tim O’Malley.