School Rugby
Police intervene after brawl at Akl Grammar involving parents and schoolboy rugby players
A witness said a spectator's comment after a red card sparked the large brawl.
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'Four weeks to get them right': All Blacks on track for Rugby Championship returns
The All Blacks captain is nearing a return but other injury news is not so positive.
'That's mana': Club spirit drives historic rugby win
Whakarewarewa clinched the Baywide Premier men's rugby title by beating Tauranga Sports.
Referee abuse: The alarming stats that highlight a troubling trend
Many sports across New Zealand are seeing an increase in reported referee abuse.
First XV rugby: Palmerston North lead Super 8; Rathkeale dominate
Palmerston North defeated St John's 34-0, leading the Super 8 by four points.
Mayor learned of billionaires' arena project collapse while holidaying in Fiji
Wayne Brown was in Fiji when the Auckland Arena backers withdrew.
Billionaire-backed Western Springs stadium bid pulled from race
Auckland Arena was set to host 12,500 seats, costing $200m-$300m privately.
Editorial: Referee abuse is a threat to all of sport
OPINION: Officials are crucial, often overlooked and vital for community sports.
Giant-killers: Liston College's dramatic rise in Auckland 1A rugby
Rotorua Boys' retained the Moascar Cup, defeating Napier 29-7 in wet conditions.
Taranaki teen handed 36-game ban after shoulder-charging referee
The unnamed player lined up the referee and ran into him, knocking the ref to the ground.
Ranfurly Shield-winning prop retires at 28 due to 'head knocks'
Joel Hintz's proudest moment was lifting the Log o' Wood as his side arrived in Napier.
'Bunch of thugs': Vandals wreak havoc ruining Auckland rugby fields
Vandalism is costing Auckland ratepayers hundreds of thousands yearly.
'I just love rugby': ABs coach Scott Robertson rocks up at First XV tournament
NZ's oldest schoolboy rugby tournament is being held in Christchurch for its 99th year.
Vehicle vandalism damages fields at Grammar TEC Rugby Club
The Grammar TEC Rugby Club's fields at Orakei Domain were damaged by a vehicle. The incident occurred over the weekend, leaving the grounds torn up. Video / Dean Purcell
'His death has had a huge impact': Napier First XV's inspiration
Coach Willie Tran praised his team's character after a tough first half.
'Dream come true': Blues up-and-comer signs for Hawke's Bay Magpies
The Magpies have been given a significant boost for their upcoming 2025 NPC campaign.
Lost their way: Auckland Grammar fall to Sacred Heart in tough contest
Christchurch Boys' High won a thrilling match against St Thomas 61-40.
Watch: 'Hand of God' controversy in schoolboy rugby scrum
Crestfallen Hastings Boys' players were 'pretty emotional' about the incident, says coach.
The case for Year 14s to play First XV rugby
The debate over Year 14s playing school sports has reignited with Marlborough Boys'.
Why Rotorua's First XV victory over Hamilton is one for the ages
King's College celebrated a 23-17 victory over Auckland Grammar, securing the Cooper-Greenbank Cup.
TV3 future in spotlight – could it be a Sky buy?; Shorty St eyes life support again
Cuts at creative ad agency; NZR-Sky TV deal close; PR agencies' big global wins.
Eligibility row erupts over five 'Year 14s' in college’s controversial First XV
The team have also faced criticism for a controversial try against Nelson College.
Kiwi Tarsh Ganley moves from fear to fun to World Cup refereeing
She's about to become one of the 10 international whistlers for the Rugby World Cup.
'Wrecking ball': Ex-All Blacks midfielder signs with Moana Pasifika
It comes as the Auckland-based side announced the mass departure of 15 players.
First XV wrap: Scoreboard drama as Sacred Heart clinch last-gasp victory
Palmerston North edged Hamilton 21-19, their first win since 2011.
Hastings Boys' High score 35 unanswered points to come back to beat arch-rivals
Napier Boys' High School were up 17-0 after 15 minutes.
NZ Rugby follows NRL, NFL in banning dangerous tackle
The hip-drop tackle is now banned in New Zealand community rugby.
Review: Sky TV nails First XV return but misses big rugby moment
REVIEW: That controversial Marlborough Boys' try and the latest in schools rugby.
CHB beaten by Wairarapa Bush in historic Tikokino match
Wairarapa Bush overran Central Hawke's Bay, scoring 40 points in the second half.
Analysis: Was the remarkable schoolboy try really against the rules?
ANALYSIS: 'It was not from our playbook,' the Marlborough coach Tonga Taumoefolau says.