Chairpersons Update
Exciting Pre-Season News, Registration Open & Upcoming Events
Hi Team,
Another hot week of weather, and our players are now in full training mode, with sessions happening twice a week. Next week, all teams will be splitting, and our B’s will kick off their campaign this Sunday with a light run and a BBQ to follow.
If you’re interested in playing this year – or even just considering it – come along, have a look, and chat with us. I’m sure you’ll catch the itch again and enjoy being around your mates!
Registrations Now Open: All junior and senior players can register through Explorer, while social members can sign up via the usual Sporty system.
Pre-Season Match Against Argentinians
This week, we face our first pre-season hit-out against the Argentinians. They played their first game in Rotorua on Wednesday, securing three wins. Cole Brown, who’s touring with them, mentioned that all the games should be closely contested, as the Argentinians are fit and like to run.
Tuesday’s Schedule:
• 5.30 PM: Tukapa Colts vs. CASI Rugby Colts – Field 1, Tukapa, Sanders park
• 6:00 PM: Tukapa 3rds/B’s vs. CASI Rugby B’s – Field 1, Stadium Taranaki
• 7:40 PM: Tukapa Premiers vs. CASI Rugby Premiers – Field 1, Stadium Taranaki
• 8:00 PM: Aftermatch for the first two games at Tukapa
• 9:00 PM: Aftermatch for the Premiers at Tukapa
• 11:30 PM: Bar Closes
Be sure to come along, check out this year’s teams, and join us afterward at Tukapa for a drink and a catch-up.
Event Details:
• Free Entry through Gate 4 by the Untied Club Rooms
• Food and drink are available at the ground, but please remember to take your rubbish with you.
2025 Sponsorship Opportunities
We are hard at work contacting sponsors. If you’re interested in getting involved, be sure to reach out to him before all spots are filled.
Reflecting on our club’s history, we take immense pride in our growth and achievements. The 2024 season was particularly special, marking the return of our women's team for the first time since 2000. We continued to field 5 afternoon grades, and with your support, we can maintain our status as the largest club in Taranaki.
2024 in Numbers
Registered Players:
45 Senior Females
140 Senior Males
33 Junior Females
188 Junior Males
70 New Players to Rugby
Club Members:
56 Volunteers
120 Social Members
60 Dart Playing Members
Community Engagement:
1263 Newsletter Subscribers
3740 Facebook Followers
1041 Junior Rugby Facebook Followers
200 Facebook Darts Followers
1372 Instagram Followers
Media Presence:
Most social media posts exceed 2310 views each
Live-streamed games average over 3000 views across Facebook and YouTube
Our Vision for 2025 and Beyond
Your continued sponsorship will help us achieve several key goals for the future:
- Construction of stand-alone women's showers and toilets.
- Stage one development of two new changing rooms.
- Growth in playing numbers across all grades.
- Strengthening our position as a welcoming, family-oriented club.
- To consistently explore and implement strategies for self-funding club expenses
- Foster a positive and inclusive atmosphere to keep our volunteers actively involved in club management
We would love to discuss how we can collaborate again for the 2025 season. Your support not only benefits our teams but also helps foster a thriving and inclusive community of players, supporters, and volunteers.
Please feel free to reach out to discuss sponsorship options.
Rob Ridland 027 753 0123 or Scott Siffleet 021 317 331
Upcoming Events
Keep an eye out in the coming weeks for details about our Tukapa working bee, where we’ll be painting the new changing rooms and doing a general clean-up.
Let’s keep the momentum going as we gear up for another great season!
Blue and White for Life
Scotty Siffleet
Chairperson
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