First XV Glory

Wellington College halfback Bentley Faulkner makes a break for it early in the second half of a close First XV game.  By Adam Julian Photos by Steven White Wellington College concluded a grueling fortnight of five fixtures with yet another heartbreaking defeat, pipped 24-22 by Super 8 leaders Palmerston North Boys'

By Adam Julian Wellington College and Nelson College will meet in the Final of the 99th Quadrangular Tournament that is being played in Christchurch this week. Thursday’s final follows day one results, which saw Nelson College beat Whanganui Collegiate 43-17 and Wellington College overcome tournament hosts Christ’s College 33-13. Wellington College held Christ’s

Taika and Arlo Cross with the Jim Ting Cup after their late win over Rongotai College on Wednesday. By Adam Julian On May 10, beloved Avalon Rugby Club identity and bus driver John Cross encouraged his son, Stephen Cross, a police officer, respected player, referee and volunteer, to bet on a

By Adam Julian & Steven White Photos by Andy McArthur There were four First XV matches that went ahead in the Wellington region today, headlined by the blockbuster St Pat's Silverstream - Wellington College fixture that was won by St Pat's Silverstream 16-15.  More on this match under the sub-heading