Rugby news from New Zealand:
LockerRoom: Black Ferns couples’ incredible journey to World Cup: LockerRoomBy Suzanne McFadden Whāia te iti kahurangi, ki te tuohu koe, me he maunga teitei Seek the treasure that you value most dearly, if you bow your head, let it be to a lofty mountain. The whakataukī — or proverb… nzherald.co.nz – Rugby
Rugby: Waikato’s Taha Kemara impresses in rookie season: Te Awamutu Sports’ latest Waikato representative Taha Kemara, 19, has had a full-on year after being named Sports’ premier co-captain, playing for Chiefs Under 20 and making his Mooloos debut.This comes off an impressive 2021 where… nzherald.co.nz – Rugby
Rugby: Black Ferns continue to tinker as World Cup opener awaits: The Black Ferns search for their best team continues, with several tweaks made for their World Cup opener against Australia on Saturday at Eden Park. Only one player has come into the starting side from their big win over Japan,… nzherald.co.nz – Rugby
LockerRoom: Avalanche of Black Ferns talent uncovers gold mine for Wayne Smith, ‘professor’ of NZ rugby: LockerRoomBy Jim Kayes Wayne Smith says the Black Ferns will play with passion and pace, but he’s worried about the size and power of the English and French packs at the Rugby World Cup next month.”We will go well, I reckon,… nzherald.co.nz – Rugby
Rugby: Journeyman halfback Richard Judd gets first taste of Ranfurly Shield: Former Te Awamutu Sports halfback Richard “Juddy” Judd, 30, is the first Sports rep to win the Ranfurly Shield in several years after Wellington snatched it from Hawke’s Bay with a 19-12 victory in Napier last month.Although Judd… nzherald.co.nz – Rugby
