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St Kentigern edge Grammar; Nelson fall; Lindisfarne strike form
St Kentigern have continued their winning start to the season.
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Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
Sky's First XV coverage welcomed despite Auckland's absence
Coverage starts on May 29 with Nelson College vs Marlborough Boys’ College.
First XV's budgie smugglers: How Feilding's new undies improve performance
An initial batch quickly sold out, prompting more orders from supporters.
First XV rugby: How King's College got back on top in Auckland
King's College defeated Sacred Heart 36-22 to reclaim the Fitzpatrick-Kirkpatrick Cup.
Why Japanese school rugby is setting a new standard for competition
Japanese school teams have made rapid advancements.
First XV rankings: Will there be a shift in the southern power balance?
Some unlikely names are looking to upset the usual big names. Mike Thorpe reports.
First XV rugby: How Liston turned the tables on powerhouse rivals
Liston College defeated Kelston Boys’ High 21-16 in a stunning upset.
Bittersweet win for Hamilton Boys’ High
Hamilton Boys' High won 61-7 against Tokai University Sagami High.
Hamilton suffer setback at World Rugby Youth Tournament
HBHS can still reach the final by winning their next game on Thursday.
First XV rugby: Hamilton Boys’ High off to a winning start in Japan
Covering the latest developments in schools rugby.
First XV wrap: Tauranga Boys' dish out a Grammar lesson in historic win
The win marks Tauranga's largest margin in their rivalry's history.
First XV rugby: How Kiwi schools rate in world rankings
OPINION: Bay boys show they have the resolve to build on recent successes.
Gregor Paul: Inside the schools v NZ Rugby dispute over the black jersey
OPINION: Schools are right to resist NZR's push for a U18 team.
Gregor Paul: Why Super Rugby Pacific has come back better than ever
OPINION: Perennially tipped to struggle, the new season has so far captivated.
‘Truly grateful’: Custom mouthguards key to Kelston’s rugby success
AUT's initiative included dental exams and treatments, ensuring players' safety.
Future stars of First XV rugby: Top 10 players to follow
Meet the group of schoolboy players who are poised to shine in the future.
Kelston Boys' High team claim World Schools title, keep trophy in NZ hands
Kiwi schools have now won the tournament three years in a row.
Kelston into World Schools Rugby Festival final
Hopes of an all-New Zealand final were dashed but Kelston will play for the title.
NZ teams dominate at World Schools Rugby Festival with big wins
Both schools have maintained a perfect record.
Major rugby organisations come together to support 16yo who suffered brain injury playing 1st XV
Funds are being raised to help Semisi Naiqara and his family.
Auckland schools dominate early at World Schools Rugby Festival
Kelston and Westlake start strongly at the festival in Abu Dhabi.
School rugby: Nation's best sevens schools decided
Tauranga Boys' College win the Condor Sevens, marking their first national title in style.
Best of Premium Sport: North v South - NZ's top sporting schools revealed
Which island holds the balance of power in secondary school sports? Mike Thorpe reports.
'Fewer scrums and more ball carries': A peek into rugby's future
How different might rugby look in 25 years?
North v South: NZ's best sporting schools revealed
Which island holds the balance of power in secondary school sports? Mike Thorpe reports.
Schools rugby: The intangible power behind the Māori U18 game
Eight nights on the floor of Tauhei Marae fostered something special.
Schools rugby wrap: Future Wallabies hand NZ Schools a lesson
The Australia U18 side's big pack and potent backline completed a double on NZ soil.
First XV rugby: The challenge of coaching NZ's most talented teams
New Zealand Schools coach Paul Tito has the job to harness all the talent.
Schoolboy rugby's media landscape in 2024
One school stands out from the rest when it comes to dealing with the media.
First XV random awards: The best fans, strips, referees and more
Sacred Heart supporters shine in the 2024 First XV season's best moments and awards.