Hilux NPC News
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Seven years of bans handed down as three more Kiwis caught for anabolic steroid offences
Three more club rugby players have been banned from participating in rugby after the New Zealand Rugby Judicial Committee complete…
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Online Editors
24 Dec 2018, 1:49
When a Chief dies: The Aaron Hopa story
When Gordonton’s Aaron Hopa died in a tragic diving accident off Whangamata on December 8, 1998, so too did an incredible Kiwi l…
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RugbyPass
09 Dec 2018, 1:04
Former Saint Kentigern recruit and All Blacks hard man adds to schoolboy debate
Former Saint Kentigern student and All Black Jerome Kaino has weighed in on the raging debate surrounding Auckland's schoolboy rug…
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Online Editors
06 Dec 2018, 17:08
North Harbour announce new head coach
North Harbour have announced the man who will succeed the outgoing Tom Coventry for their 2019 Mitre 10 Cup campaign.
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Online Editors
06 Dec 2018, 16:23
Sevu Reece has finally found a Super Rugby home
The 21-year-old Waikato winger was left out of all the squads during the original Super Rugby signing day in October, after being …
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Online Editors
03 Dec 2018, 19:07
Podcast: The Short Ball - s03e45 - Scotty, Mils, and old mate Ali Williams
On this last episode of The Short Ball for 2018 our boy Scotty is back in the studio with Mils and special guest Ali Williams. The…
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RugbyPass
29 Nov 2018, 11:00
Top rugby prospect decides playing future
Schoolboy rugby star Niko Jones has revealed he will be staying in Auckland to play his provincial rugby.
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Online Editors
22 Nov 2018, 18:46
Buck Shelford: Return the Shield to the amateurs
Wayne ‘Buck’ Shelford has a plan to rejuvenate the Ranfurly Shield. It is somewhat radical and it will not find favour with th…
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Campbell Burnes
13 Nov 2018, 14:24
Waikato appoint centurion to lead team in Premiership
Former Waikato stalwart and centurion Andrew Strawbridge has been appointed as the new head coach of Waikato for the 2019 Mitre 10…
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Online Editors
08 Nov 2018, 13:03
Mitre 10 Cup Team of the Season
Time to sift through almost 500 players who made appearances in the Mitre 10 Cup to come up with 23 that could play an invitationa…
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Mike Rehu
27 Oct 2018, 23:41
Watch: Jerome Kaino predicts Auckland will win the title after his departure
Earlier this year, he spoke with RugbyPass as part of the Kiwis Abroad series and was willing to bet on Auckland's success follow…
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RugbyPass
27 Oct 2018, 21:51
Auckland end Canterbury's reign in front of 20,000
A home crowd of over 20,000 were treated to an unforgettable spectacle that injected life back into the competition and will go do…
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Sam Warlow
26 Oct 2018, 22:30
All-around final masterclass secures promotion for Waikato
A first-half masterclass from 19-year-old Quinn Tupaea has launched Jono Gibbes’ Waikato side back in the Mitre 10 Cup’s Premi…
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Sam Warlow
26 Oct 2018, 1:27
Scotty Stevenson: A free rugby final and a classic match-up. Your move, Aucklanders.
Opening the gates of Eden Park is an extraordinary gesture, in an extraordinary time for the provincial game. And Scotty Stevenson…
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Scotty Stevenson
25 Oct 2018, 22:10
Watch: The Short Ball - s03e40 - Sir Graham Henry pops in for a chat
On this pod Scotty and Mils chat to Sir Graham Henry about his thoughts of this generations rugby players, we talk about Auckland …
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RugbyPass
24 Oct 2018, 18:04
A Highlander, a flying Fijian and an NZ schoolboy - the recipe for Waikato’s exceptional turnaround
Waikato is on the cusp of being promoted back into the Premiership – but what has changed with Waikato this year that has allowe…
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Tom Vinicombe
22 Oct 2018, 22:23
Auckland open gates for Mitre 10 Cup final
Auckland have rewarded fans and will open the gates of Eden Park to everyone for next weekend's Mitre 10 Cup final.
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Online Editors
20 Oct 2018, 20:50
Dane Coles doesn't want to 'make it personal' in bid to win back All Black jersey
All Blacks hooker Dane Coles opened up about his quest to win back the jersey after a long absence.
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Online Editors
20 Oct 2018, 18:51
Breakdown dominance lays platform for Auckland
Auckland is winning the crucial breakdown tussle and that has gone a long way towards a 9-1 record in the Mitre 10 Cup.
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Campbell Burnes
18 Oct 2018, 14:41
You're nuts! Otago winger plays on with smashed testicle
Move over Buck Shelford, Otago winger Jona Nareki is here to join you in the 'tough club' after playing the final two minutes in y…
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Online Editors
14 Oct 2018, 12:56
Auckland flanker primed for international stage
The questions surrounding who will fill the All Blacks' loose forward vacancy may have been resolved.
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Sam Warlow
13 Oct 2018, 22:41
All Blacks star Coles moves step closer to international return after horror injury
Having been out of action since November, Dane Coles was back for Wellington on Friday as they relegated Taranaki in the Mitre 10 …
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Ben Spratt
12 Oct 2018, 8:23
Taylor Curtis on the most exciting weekend in women's domestic rugby history
On the eve of the semi-finals (and an equally exciting relegation game) Canterbury player Taylor Curtis looks forward to perhaps t…
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Taylor Curtis
11 Oct 2018, 19:27
Rising star Quinn Tupaea is the missing piece for Super Rugby's most exciting backline
The 2018 Mitre 10 Cup season has seen Quinn Tupaea emerge as a future star.
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Sam Warlow
11 Oct 2018, 19:24
Watch: The Short Ball - s03e38 - The heritage of the Mitre 10 Cup must be protected
The Short Ball is back for another week with Scotty and guest host Steven Bates stepping in for Mils. They talk Mitre 10 Cup, west…
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RugbyPass
11 Oct 2018, 15:23
The value of the NPC - Scotty Stevenson
Scotty Stevenson ponders if good food and provincial rugby can be healthy and taste good at the same time.
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Scotty Stevenson
09 Oct 2018, 21:22
England prospect Jacob Umaga carving his own path in New Zealand
All eyes will be on Wasps loanee Jacob Umaga as he rises through the ranks with Auckland.
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Sam Warlow
03 Oct 2018, 18:41
Jack Debreczeni relishing return to New Zealand
Jack Debreczeni’s return to New Zealand has been both a revelation and a statement of intent.
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Sam Warlow
30 Sep 2018, 17:54
Analysis: How Tasman are transforming Will Jordan into the next great All Black fullback
Jordan is a fullback with the complete range of skills, scorching speed, and best of all - has prescience when it comes to finding…
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Ben Smith
24 Sep 2018, 0:29
Podcast: The Short Ball - s03e35 - “It was a miracle that South Africa won”
Scotty and Mils are back and on the phone to Otago's head coach Ben Herring to talk about coaching, the Mitre 10 Cup, and the impo…
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RugbyPass
19 Sep 2018, 16:29
LIVE: Canterbury v Auckland - Mitre 10 Cup
Defending champions Canterbury meet the undefeated Auckland at AMI Stadium for an explosive Mitre 10 Cup clash.Join the conversati…
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RugbyPass
15 Sep 2018, 22:03
Watch: The Wright call? TMO lets Northland get away with stunning try
A blown-out Mitre 10 Cup match has given fans a major talking point after a questionable refereeing decision was made during North…
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RugbyPass
14 Sep 2018, 18:07
No more excuses, Sevu Reece belongs at the next level
Waikato assistant coach Roger Randle has made an impassioned plea for Super Rugby sides to take a second look at explosive winger …
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Sam Warlow
14 Sep 2018, 15:22
Podcast: The Short Ball - s03e34 - The secret to the All Blacks continued success
On the The Short Ball this week Scotty & Mils speak on the phone with Super Sport's Matthew Pearce, who sounds like he's standing …
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RugbyPass
13 Sep 2018, 23:55
The key to Waikato's miraculous eight day run
Waikato have completed a miraculous turnaround, winning three matches in eight days to sit atop the Mitre 10 Cup Championship tabl…
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Sam Warlow
13 Sep 2018, 19:26
Canterbury Rugby Union CEO announces resignation
Nathan Godfrey has resigned as CEO of the Canterbury Rugby Union.
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Online Editors
12 Sep 2018, 20:26
Watch: Christmas miracle in September - Hooker James Parsons pulls off audacious flick pass
Sleigh bells were ringing at QBE Stadium last night as Christmas came early for hooker James Parsons, pulling off an audacious fli…
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RugbyPass
12 Sep 2018, 15:34
Mitre 10 Cup Power Rankings - Week 4
Alex McLeod returns to reflect on who improved and who regressed over the past fortnight of Mitre 10 Cup rugby.
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Alex McLeod
11 Sep 2018, 16:58
Mitre 10 Cup Plays of the Week - Round Four
Round Four of the Mitre 10 Cup was full of close encounters and exciting results, with two games decided by less than a try, two u…
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RugbyPass
09 Sep 2018, 20:19
Waikato to put more than the Shield on the line
Waikato will have the Ranfurly Shield under lock and key as they try desperately to keep their names out of the history books.
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RugbyPass
09 Sep 2018, 16:59
LIVE: Auckland v Tasman - Mitre 10 Cup Match of the Week
Auckland host the Tasman Mako in this explosive week four Mitre 10 Cup clash. Follow tonight's action and join the conversation he…
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RugbyPass
06 Sep 2018, 22:31
Analysis: The latest craze in 2018 pro rugby - the 'Mousetrap' switch play
2018 has seen an increase in the number of teams running variations of switch plays – the Highlanders, the Sharks, the Reds in S…
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Ben Smith
03 Sep 2018, 23:20
Mitre 10 Cup Team of the Week - Round 3
Mike Rehu runs through his Mitre 10 Cup Team of the Week for Round 3.
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Mike Rehu
03 Sep 2018, 15:00
LIVE: North Harbour v Tasman - Mitre 10 Cup Match of the Week
Undefeated North Harbour play host to the undefeated Tasman Mako in this explosive week three Mitre 10 Cup clash. Follow tonight's…
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RugbyPass
31 Aug 2018, 22:27
Wellington romp to eight-try win over Southland
Wellington went on a try-scoring binge when they beat Southland 52-7 at Westpac Stadium on Friday.
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Online Editors
31 Aug 2018, 16:04
Podcast: The Short Ball s03e32 - Beauden Barrett could be set for post RWC sabbatical
Scotty and Mils speak with Joe Royal about Counties Manukau's efforts so far this Mitre 10 Cup, the Farah Palmer Cup and the immen…
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RugbyPass
30 Aug 2018, 18:23
Watch: New Brumbies winger Toni Pulu beats 7 defenders to score improbable try
Ex-Chiefs winger Toni Pulu had the Brumbies management rubbing their hands together after their new signing scored this blistering…
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RugbyPass
29 Aug 2018, 15:45
Taylor Curtis on making history and the thrill of the Farah Palmer Cup
On eve of week one of the Farah Palmer Cup, Canterbury’s Taylor Curtis reflects on her team’s historic maiden title in 2017, a…
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Taylor Curtis
29 Aug 2018, 15:19
Mitre 10 Cup Team of the Week - Round 2
Mike Rehu runs through his Mitre 10 Cup Team of the Week for Round 2.
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Mike Rehu
28 Aug 2018, 20:42
Mitre 10 Cup Power Rankings - Week Two
There were some tightly-contested affairs, and some downright demolitions, so check out who ranks where in New Zealand’s premier…
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Alex McLeod
28 Aug 2018, 14:04
Watch: Crusaders prodigious fullback-in-waiting scores 80m try after chip and chase
The 20-year-old would have likely featured for every other team had he been on their roster, but such is the depth at the Crusader…
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RugbyPass
27 Aug 2018, 13:57
Watch: Ex-Queensland Reds fullback scoring blistering tries in Mitre 10 Cup
Look no further than former Queensland Reds fullback Junior Laloifi as a sign that all is not right with Australian Rugby.
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RugbyPass
26 Aug 2018, 16:39
Mitre 10 Cup Power Rankings - Week One
Throughout the campaign, we will rank each team on a weekly basis based on their performances to provide a power rankings structur…
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Alex McLeod
20 Aug 2018, 23:58
Alama's Auckland rebuild is underway
After Auckland finished with just three wins in 2017’s Mitre 10 Cup, it was clear that something had to change.
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Sam Warlow
18 Aug 2018, 21:11
Mitre 10 Cup: Who has the best back three?
The Mitre 10 Cup is home to expansive and free-flowing rugby, with nearly eight tries scored per match last season. Few benefit mo…
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Sam Warlow
16 Aug 2018, 21:44
Young talent to watch in this year’s Mitre 10 Cup
With New Zealand’s domestic competition kicking off this week, here are some of the top young talents to watch in this year’s …
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Ben Smith
12 Aug 2018, 22:15
A history of Mitre 10 Cup launch activities
In my opinion, there is simply nothing better than provincial rugby for a multitude of reasons. One of those reasons has become th…
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Sam Warlow
09 Aug 2018, 20:19
Luke Jacobson and Jono Gibbes ready to turn Waikato's fortunes
Waikato loose forward Luke Jacobson is confident that Jono Gibbes is the man to turn the side around in the Mitre 10 Cup.
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Sam Warlow
08 Aug 2018, 17:58
From schoolboy to pro rugby in one year - the Hawkes Bay Magpies six local stars
The Hawkes Bay Magpies announced their 2018 Mitre 10 Cup squad yesterday which included an astounding six members of last year's n…
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RugbyPass
08 Aug 2018, 14:40
Canterbury snap up ex-Queensland Red for Mitre 10 campaign
Canterbury Head Coach Joe Maddock has today announced his team for the 2018 Mitre 10 Cup season, including eight new names from th…
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Online Editors
06 Aug 2018, 20:31
Former All Black returns for Mitre 10 Cup
Former All Black Tanerau Latimer has returned from France and will play for the Bay of Plenty Steamers in the upcoming Mitre 10 Cu…
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Online Editors
12 Jul 2018, 15:35
Jono Gibbes makes sensational U-turn to leave Waikato in lurch
Jono Gibbes stint with Waikato will be a short one. He's decided to sensationally leave the club in November, despite signing a tw…
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Online Editors
14 Jun 2018, 2:20
Julian Savea commits to Wellington Lions for Mitre 10 Cup
The Wellington Lions have kept one of their most experienced players for the 2018 Mitre 10 Cup after wing Julian Savea signed on f…
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Online Editors
05 Jun 2018, 23:03
The Short Ball - s03e19 - Isa Nacewa on loyalty and how he knew it was time to hang up the boots
Scotty and Mils are joined this week by Isa Nacewa, all the way from Ireland, to talk his recent retirement and the legacy he's le…
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RugbyPass
28 May 2018, 23:55
Jono Gibbes clears speculation after joining Waikato
It seems Jono Gibbes is locked in with Waikato, despite speculation he could jump ship after a visit to French club La Rochelle.
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Online Editors
27 May 2018, 19:32
Jono Gibbes' future unclear after questions about France visit
Departing Ulster head coach Jono Gibbes has defended his trip to France where he met with Top 14 side La Rochelle just three days …
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Online Editors
20 May 2018, 17:15
Kiwi Aroha Nuku cops doping ban
Manawatu representative Aroha Nuku has been banned from all rugby for two years after she admitted a breach of New Zealand Rugby…
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Online Editors
22 Apr 2018, 18:51
Exclusive: Conrad Smith on retirement and future role with IRPA
Ra Pomare paid a visit to the Kiwis of Pau last week and caught up with Conrad Smith for a chat about his retirement from the prof…
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RugbyPass
08 Apr 2018, 16:45
Jono Gibbes new man in charge for Waikato
Just days after the announcement that he is leaving Pro14 side Ulster at the end of the season, Jono Gibbes has been appointed as …
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Online Editors
04 Mar 2018, 18:43
Former All Black joins Auckland coaching staff
Filo Tiatia has joined former All Black teammate Alama Ieremia's Auckland coaching staff.
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RugbyPass
01 Mar 2018, 19:56
Exclusive: An open letter from Wyatt Crockett
After 71 tests and 1 match for the All Blacks, Wyatt Crockett has called time on his international career. Here, in a RugbyPass Ex…
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Scotty Stevenson
26 Feb 2018, 10:01
Ex-England international Waldrom reveals new club
Former England number eight Thomas Waldrom has announced his new club after deciding to quit the Aviva Premiership at the end of t…
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Nathaniel Cope
18 Feb 2018, 14:49
Tasman Mako nab Chiefs winger
The Tasman Mako have found their replacement for winger James Lowe, signing one of the talented Chiefs outside backs.
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Online Editors
14 Dec 2017, 15:51
Watch: The most dangerous 9-10 combination in schoolboy rugby
New Zealand schoolboys Lincoln McClutchie and Folau Fakatava might just be the most dangerous halves pairing in all of schoolboy r…
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Online Editors
28 Nov 2017, 13:41
Watch: Kini Naholo's freakish natural talent on show again
Naholo recently made the decision to sign with Taranaki and join the 2018 academy intake, after representing the Chiefs under-18 …
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Online Editors
21 Nov 2017, 18:05
Everyday New Zealand Rugby - The best steps, ankle breakers and footwork
One of the theories in the world of rugby is that New Zealand's talent pool is unmatched anywhere in the world. Comment sections o…
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Online Editors
19 Nov 2017, 22:46
Corey Flynn reveals secret to Canterbury success
NZ rugby stalwart Corey Flynn joins Scotty Stevenson & Mils Muliaina on The Short Ball where discussion centres around the secret …
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RugbyPass
31 Oct 2017, 17:59
Mike Delany Is Doing What?
When Mike Delany, a 35-year old, greying first five from the Bay of Plenty, took a call earlier this year from Crusaders coach Sco…
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Scotty Stevenson
31 Oct 2017, 15:37
Death, taxes and a Canterbury win in the Mitre 10 Cup
The unpredictability of one final versus the utter predictability of the other in the Mitre 10 Cup finals weekend.
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Jamie Wall
28 Oct 2017, 21:29
Record-breaking Mo'unga inspires Canterbury to Mitre 10 Cup glory
Richie Mo'unga produced another virtuoso performance as Canterbury won the Mitre 10 Cup for a ninth time.
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Peter Thompson
28 Oct 2017, 5:39
Highlights: Canterbury secure Premiership title
The 35-13 demolition of the Tasman Makos secured Canterbury their ninth title in 10 years and their 14th overall.
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Online Editors
28 Oct 2017, 4:42
Wellington and BOP go at over point a minute - for 100 minutes
Watch as the defensive playbook goes out the window in Wellington.
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Online Editors
27 Oct 2017, 14:11
Mitre10 Cup Championship tougher than Premiership
Here's why Scotty Stevenson thinks the Mitre 10 Cup Championship is tougher then the Premiership.
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RugbyPass
26 Oct 2017, 18:26
The Short Ball with Scotty & Mils - Mitre 10 Finals
This week on the podcast its all about the Mitre 10 Cup finals. Scotty and Mils chat to Wellington Lions coach Chris Gibbes about …
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RugbyPass
26 Oct 2017, 17:35
Watch: Wellington to play BOP in Mitre 10 Championship final
Wellington and Bay of Plenty booked themselves places in next Friday night's Mitre 10 Cup Championship final, recording comfortabl…
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Jamie Wall
20 Oct 2017, 21:29
Podcast: Calls for return to NPC format in Mitre 10 Cup
Taranaki Rugby? assistant coach Paul Tito joins Scotty Stevenson & Mils Muliaina in calls for a return to the old NPC format in th…
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RugbyPass
16 Oct 2017, 21:40
Opinion: New All Black Mo'unga is a kick in the balls to Australia and the rest
Richie Mo'unga's All Blacks selection serves as yet another reminder of the incredible depth in New Zealand rugby and another kick…
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Online Editors
16 Oct 2017, 0:45
Watch: Li scores five tries against Mitre 10 Cup leaders
Defense was at a premium today in Albany, where home side North Harbour handed Taranaki a 64-33 lesson in the final round of the M…
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Online Editors
14 Oct 2017, 21:39
13 men, 50 points - an unlikely win by Counties Manukau
For most teams, having two players sent from the field at the same time would be the end of their hopes of victory.
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Online Editors
14 Oct 2017, 14:49
A Soundtrack of Loss and the Undying Hope of the Taniwha
Scotty Stevenson's heartfelt lament about family, Northland rugby and country music.
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Scotty Stevenson
12 Oct 2017, 20:59
The Short Ball with Scotty, Mils, Crockett, & Baker
This week Mils and Scotty revel in the nail-biter between the All Blacks and the Springboks. Wyatt Crockett and Kurt Baker are gue…
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Sam Smith
10 Oct 2017, 1:13
Watch: The Ranfurly Shield has a new home
Taranaki have stunned Canterbury 55-43 in Christchurch last night, winning the famous Ranfurly Shield for the first time since 201…
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Online Editors
06 Oct 2017, 12:30
Video - Augustine Pulu red carded after a sublime piece of skill from opposition player
A week on from ripping off the post protectors in the Mitre 10 Cup, Counties Manakau scrumhalf Augustine Pulu has seen red again.
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Ian Cameron
05 Oct 2017, 6:56
The Short Ball with Scotty & Mils - The Veteran
This episode Mils and Scotty chat to Derren Witcombe, coach of the Taniwha; preview the big clashes in this weekend's Mitre 10 Cup…
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Sam Smith
26 Sep 2017, 19:31
Asafo Aumua is a beast on defence as well
New Wellington hooker Asafo Aumua has been lighting up highlight reels with ball in hand so far in the Mitre 10 Cup, but he showed…
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Online Editors
24 Sep 2017, 14:00
Video - Unheard of moment of madness sees Augustine Pulu get a talking to from ref
Augustine Pulu does not like fat post pads, especially when he's trying to defend the line.
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Ian Cameron
24 Sep 2017, 2:31
The Mitre10 Cup Mascot Crisis
There is currently a mascot crisis gripping the Mitre10 Cup. On this week's episode of The Short Ball, Scotty & Mils try and fail …
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Sam Smith
20 Sep 2017, 20:33
The Short Ball with Scotty & Mils - The Mascot
Scotty and Mils give an honest review of South Africa's shocking performance over the weekend then call in Andrew Mehrtens for his…
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RugbyPass
18 Sep 2017, 19:30
Sensational offload and chip over the top in single move
While the game was effectively over as a contest from the off, the fans in Christchurch were treated to some scintillating rugby o…
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Peteso Cannon
13 Sep 2017, 4:33
The Short Ball Podcast with Scotty & Mils - The Taniwha
Scotty and Mils get back into the groove by gushing over the latest star to come out of New Zealand, Vaea Fifita, and wonder is it…
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RugbyPass
12 Sep 2017, 20:50
VIDEO: Brayden Ennor is officially good at scoring tries
Canterbury flyer Braydon Ennor crosses for four tries in his team's Ranfurly Shield defence against Southland in round 4 of the Mi…
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Ian Cameron
12 Sep 2017, 0:25
Watch: An absolutely enormous 22 metre drop-out was kicked in New Zealand today
It's very rare that a twenty two drop out makes the highlight reel but this one deserves a it's place in the pantheon of greatest …
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Online Editors
08 Sep 2017, 11:02
Watch: Julian Savea scores Wellington's opening try with first touch of the game
He mightn't be playing for the All Blacks at the weekend but that doesn't mean Savea has taken his foot off the pedal.
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Peteso Cannon
07 Sep 2017, 4:22
Watch: Sensational Ratuva Tavuyara offload to put the 'Tongan Bear' away for a 20 metre try
Watch Ratuva Tavuyara find space down the right wing, casually step back inside and execute a jaw dropping over the shoulder no-lo…
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Online Editors
06 Sep 2017, 3:38
The Short Ball with Scotty & Mils - 'The Vibe'
It's congratulations on The Short Ball as Mils is a new father and Scotty wins an oyster dinner in a bet following the Northland T…
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Sam Smith
05 Sep 2017, 17:30
MITRE 10 CUP ROUNDUP: Thrilling finishes, Auckland hit rock bottom
If there's one thing worse than losing a local derby, it's getting your rear end handed to you in one. On Sunday afternoon Aucklan…
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Jamie Wall
03 Sep 2017, 17:16
What is wrong with Auckland Rugby?
Scotty & Mils try and get to the bottom of the Auckland Rugby Crisis on this week's episode of The Short Ball. Listen in for the f…
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RugbyPass
31 Aug 2017, 18:36
One year on: Losi Filipo’s chance at redemption isn’t just for him
2016 was a shocker for New Zealand rugby off the field. A run of player scandals saw the game's image take a battering, but Jamie …
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Jamie Wall
31 Aug 2017, 16:14
PODCAST: The Short Ball with Scotty & Mils
This week Scotty & Mils make a crayfish dinner wager as they look ahead to this week's Mitre10 Cup fixtures. They also discuss the…
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RugbyPass
28 Aug 2017, 21:20
PODCAST: The Short Ball with Scotty & Mils
Scotty and Mils prepare for the upcoming Bledisoe Cup series by calling in former Wallaby Stephen Hoiles to find out whether the m…
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RugbyPass
15 Aug 2017, 15:57
The Mitre 10 Cup players most likely to become All Blacks, based solely on their name
Is is possible to sense a rugby player’s future from their name and name alone? Watch these players closely this Mitre 10 Cup se…
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Calum Henderson
10 Aug 2017, 20:30
Weekend Round-Up: Return Of Connacht
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Calum Henderson
16 Oct 2016, 14:13
Breaking Down The Breakdown: Why New Laws Being Trialled In New Zealand Aren't Working
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Scotty Stevenson
25 Sep 2016, 16:37
Weekend Round-Up: Jimmy Gopperth Tames The Tigers
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Calum Henderson
11 Sep 2016, 16:28
Can We Relegate The Wallabies To The Mitre 10 Cup?
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Jamie Wall
31 Aug 2016, 15:25
Everything You Need To Know About Every Team In The Mitre 10 Cup
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Paul Neazor
15 Aug 2016, 19:42
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