Naitoa Ah Kuoi playing in his only match for Marist St Pat's this year, a draw with Johnsonville. Photo: Andy McArthur. By Steven White There is plenty of synergy between Wellington and Bay of Plenty, in terms of playing style, team culture and the sort of individuals that thrive in both
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The Lions running out to defend the 'new' Ranfurly Shield recently against Southland. Photo: Hugh Pretorius. By Adam Julian When silversmith James Dwan received the Ranfurly Shield for restoration he said, "She's had a hard life. There's a lot that’s happened to it, on it, around it.” Who was the All Black
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The Wellington Lions after their win over the Counties Manukau Steelers in 2019, with the Jonah Lomu Memorial Trophy. PHOTO: Mike Lewis Pictures. The Wellington Lions have shown both their defensive mettle and attacking prowess in their recent two National Provincial Championship matches that rounded off their Storm Week. After beating Tasman
Ranfurly Shield Match Savers: Wellington v Tasman 2008
The Match: Wellington Lions v Tasman Mako, 27 September 2008, Wellington Stadium Referee: Matt Stanish Conditions: Showery with heavy rain late in the match Crowd: 15,000. The Result: Wellington Lions 26 (Hosea Gear, Jeremy Thrush, Thomas Waldrom tries; Daniel Kirkpatrick pen; Weepu 2 pen, con) Tasman 20 (Kahn Fotuali’i, James Marshall tries; Miah Nikora