Otago Rugby is excited for the impending start of the the inaugural Tuppy Diack Shield competition kicking of in August!

The competition will be contested by teams from Otago Metro North, Otago Metro South, Otago Country, Southland Metro and Southland Country,

The Tuppy Diack Memorial Shield not only commemorates a rugby stalwart but also fosters regional camaraderie and competition, reflecting the values Tuppy championed throughout his life.

We proudly introduce the three Otago Teams that will contest in the inaugural Tuppy Diack Shield alongside two teams from Southland.

Round One of the competition will feature as the curtain raiser for the Bunnings NPC opening round at Rugby Park, in Invercargill on Saturday 2 August. Don't miss it!

Congratulations for all players and management groups!

First Trainings:

Otago Country, Alexandra, Wednesday 23 July, 6.45pm

Otago Metro North, University Oval, Tuesday 29th July, 6.00pm

Otago Metro South, Kettle Park, Tuesday 29th July, 6.00pm

For more information please email Moxy - michael.smith@orfu.co.nz

Article added: Thursday 24 July 2025