![](https://clubrugby.nz/wp/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Web_banner-Rugby33.png")
All sources tell us that Frank Mitchinson was all class. He had speed, footwork and vision, and all those who played with – including his great Poneke, Wellington and All Blacks mate Billy Wallace – rated him up there with the best. Mitchinson was the sort of player who could slot
Manawatu Evergreens v Wellington Centurions match highlights
The Manawatu Evergreens were fast out of the gates against the Wellington Centurions on Saturday in their Development teams clash at Arena Manawatu. Manawatu raced to a 21-0 lead and later led 38-7 at halftime. Wellington came back but the lead was insurmountable. This was Manawatu's final match of the season, whilst
The Monday Wrap 5 September (some rugby news and happenings to start the week)
Afternoon updates: This coming weekend is probably the last 'big weekend' of 15s rugby in the lower North Island, with multiple matches for supporters to follow before it starts to wind down for the year over the following weekends. There are two matches on Wednesday. The Hurricanes Co-ed Cup final is
High scoring representative results, Silverstream U15s win Hurricanes tournament
Napier and Silverstream draw Hurricanes First XV decider
By Adam Julian / Steven White Napier Boys’ High School will represent the Hurricanes region at the National Top Four next weekend by virtue of scoring more tries in a 17-17 draw against St Patrick’s College, Silverstream in the Hurricanes Regional final at Arena Manawatu. Napier out-scored Silverstream three tries to