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Otago Rugby Football Union Newsletter Stay up to date with the latest news from the Otago Rugby Football Union....Club Rugby, upcoming events, courses, NPC & FPC Cup action - you will find it all here! Don't forget to check www.orfu.co.nz for the latest news updates during the week and follow us on social media for breaking news, photos, videos and much more... NPC Cup Facebook, Community Rugby Facebook, Otago Spirit Facebook,  |
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Editorial Finals Foooooty!!! It's go time people, the lads are taking on Waikato TONIGHT! If you usually watch from home, tonight is the night to get on down to the stadium and let these lads know they've got a whole province standing with them, that support might just be the difference. Gate's open 6.10pm, we'll have the Ranfurly Shield on the concourse for photo ops, so come down get a photo and get ready to cheer the boys over the finish line and into Semi's!!! Kick off 7.10pm. Buy tickets HERE Scroll down for more rugby news and announcements like development opportunities, weekly happenings, rugby courses and more… ODT Interesting Reads! |
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Otago Quarter Final v Auckland |
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Otago Head Coach Mark Brown has named his side to play Waikato in the Quarter Final of the Bunnings Warehouse NPC this Friday 10 October, 7:10pm, at Forsyth Barr Stadium, Dunedin. Lucas Casey will earn his Blazer, taking the field for his 15th game for the province. Sam Gilbert will captain the team, with Christian Lio-Willie as vice-captain. “Being able to play finals rugby at home in front of our fans is a real privilege. We set out at the start of the season to make the finals playing a style of rugby that engaged our community. We are both pleased with our results and humbled by the support we have received from all parts of our community. Liam’s 100th game and the Shield defence verses North Harbour was an awesome occasion for everyone. On a sunny Friday evening under the roof, I’d like to call on that support again to help us overcome Waikato”. – Otago Head Coach, Mark Brown. Tickets are on sale https://orfu.flicket.co.nz/ 2025 MANAGEMENT STAFF: Head Coach: Mark Brown Assistant Coaches: Ryan Bambry, Will Henry, Lee Allan, Mitch Scott S & C Coach: Ben Shepard Physio: Alex Gough Manager: Simon Wallace Assistant Manager: Grant Pellowe Doctor: Andrew Haren Performance Nutritionist: Georgia Mitchell Personal Development Manager: Amanda Slade Performance Analyst: Spencer Byers |
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NPC School Visits |
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Yesterday members of our NPC team visited several local high schools to run a Punt, Pass, Penalty challenge. |
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Milestones |
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A triple team milestone took place last week while the team was on the road! Ryan Bambry, Assistant Coach, Spencer Byers, Team Analyst and Simon Wallace team Manager all celebrated 50 games with the Otago NPC team! Both Ryan and Spencer began with the NPC team in 2021 and continue to be valued members of the management team! Simon has been part of the Otago Rugby family since 2014, stepping into the Team Manager role in 2021. Congratulations lads, and thank you for everything you do behind the scenes to keep the Blue and Gold rolling! |
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Year 9 & 10s Southern Region 7s Festival |
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Register your team here https://www.sporty.co.nz/viewform/370913 |
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Coach Development |
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Last week the Game Development team were lucky to host 20 coaches at the Highlanders Schools Camp. Our coaches had a full day observing trainings, squad meetings and a Q & A with the Highlanders full coaching squad. This was a great opportunity for the 2025 Representative Team coaches to grow their coaching skill set. A massive thank you to the Highlanders for allowing us to attend and supporting our growth. |
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2025 Otago NPC Schedule |
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Here are your Otago Bunnings Warehouse NPC Home & Away games for 2025! For all things Bunnings NPC click HERE |
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Law Updates - Community Rugby 2025! |
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Phone: +64 3 477 0928 Email: orfu@orfu.co.nz Address: Forsyth Barr Stadium, Level 2A, 130 Anzac Ave, Dunedin 9016 Postal Address: PO Box 691, Dunedin 9054 |
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