Rugby

Mahonri Schwalger resigns as head coach of Manu Samoa

Lakapi Samoa Board says Mase Mahonri Schwalger has resigned from his position as head coach of Manu Samoa, a decision that has been accepted by the board. Schwalger was suspended by the Lakapi Samoa...

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Duncan’s well-earned reputation

Jimmy Duncan with the four other Otago members of the 1905 All Black Originals squad. They are ...

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Duncan’s well-earned reputation

Mike Houlahan looks back at how the ODT covered burning issues of yesteryear. Today we look back at the rise of Kaikorai rugby great James Duncan to his sport’s pinnacle in 1901.

Former Highlander signs in US

Vilimoni Koroi receives a pass during an Otago training session in August 2021. PHOTO: PETER...

Former Highlander signs in US

Former Highlander Vilimoni Koroi has signed with Nola Gold, based in New Orleans, for the upcoming the Major Rugby League season in the United States.

Davenport loses spot on NZR board

Otago candidate Rowena Davenport has been knocked back in her attempt to remain on the New Zealand Rugby board.

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Double round fails to get nod

The cases feature a range of sports, but it is understood that rugby players make up a...

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Double round fails to get nod

No double. Some trouble.

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Wanted: New North Otago head coach

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Wanted: New North Otago head coach

The hunt is on to find the next North Otago head coach.

GI lands national award

Green Island captain Heath MacEwan holds the Trophy after winning the Dunedin premier club rugby...

GI lands national award

Claws up — Green Island is the best in the business.

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Direen stepping up as Spirit coach

Dunedin primary school school teacher Matt Direen is looking forward to coaching the Otago Spirit...

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Direen stepping up as Spirit coach

Matt Direen knows exactly what to expect in his new coaching role.

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Announcement on Otago Spirit coach imminent

Otago Rugby Football Union chief executive Richard Kinley. File photo: Peter McIntosh

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Announcement on Otago Spirit coach imminent

The Otago Spirit should have a new coach very soon.

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New Landers loosie feeling at home

Highlanders flanker TK Howden cools off during a training session in Dunedin this week. Photo:...

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New Landers loosie feeling at home

TK Howden hails from a northern nursery of talent but there is some Highlander blood in those veins.

France to play in city in opening test of 2025

All Blacks winger Waisake Naholo tries to evade French fullback Benjamin Fall during the test in...

France to play in city in opening test of 2025

Exactly how close Dunedin came to hosting two All Blacks tests in the same year for the first time may never be known.

Davenport set to retain spot on board

Davenport set to retain spot on board

Former Otago chairwoman Rowena Davenport is set to be one of just two incumbents to keep their places on the revamped New Zealand Rugby board.

Dunedin to host first All Blacks test of 2025

Dunedin to host first All Blacks test of 2025

Dunedin is set to have New Zealand's first taste of test match rugby next year.

Black Ferns Sevens win in Cape Town

Jorja Miller in action for the Black Ferns Sevens. Photo: Getty Images

Black Ferns Sevens win in Cape Town

The Black Ferns Sevens have won the Cape Town leg of the World Series after beating the United States 26-12 in the final.

France scuppers All Blacks test in US

All Blacks captain Scott Barrett looks to get through Les Bleus last month. Photo: Getty Images

France scuppers All Blacks test in US

By RNZ Sport France have said no to playing a test against the All Blacks in the United States next year.

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Coach Joseph pushing ‘land of opportunity’

Jamie Joseph directs his players during a Highlanders training session at Logan Park. PHOTO:...

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Coach Joseph pushing ‘land of opportunity’

Highlanders coach Jamie Joseph is big on talking about opportunities this season.

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De Groot expected to be ‘highly motivated’ on return

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De Groot expected to be ‘highly motivated’ on return

Jamie Joseph expects nothing less than a strong, keen and highly motivated Ethan de Groot to return to Highlanders duty next month.

All Black avoids conviction for wilful damage

All Black avoids conviction for wilful damage

The All Blacks and Crusaders player who admitted a charge of wilful damage following an incident at a Christchurch party can now be named.

Thomson joining setup at Chiefs

Thomson joining setup at Chiefs

Two former southern favourites will join forces next year.

Intercept costly for Black Ferns

Black Fern Jorja Miller gets wrapped up in a tackle by Australia's Teagan Levi and Charlotte...

Intercept costly for Black Ferns

The Black Ferns Sevens have suffered a narrow loss to Australia in the final of the women’s Dubai Sevens, while the All Blacks Sevens men’s team have lost their playoff for third place.

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