Referees: Records, Reflections, Milestones

The criteria to receive a blazer for refereeing milestones from the Wellington Referees Association has been changed from 100 premier games to 50 premier games. Ben Van Berkel, who lobbied for the change, was the first to receive his blazer under the 50-game criteria after Petone played Johnsonville on April

“Fun Equals Success” – Connor Garden-Bachop

Above: Connor Garden-Bachop playing in his last match for Northern United, the 2022 Jubilee Cup semi-final. PHOTO: Chainsaw Photos.  News this morning that Connor Garden-Bachop has passed away. The following is a media statement by NZR: On behalf of the entire rugby community, the Highlanders, Wellington Rugby, New Zealand Rugby, the New Zealand