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26 The Star Thursday September 28 2023 SPORTS NEWS Brought to you by Curtains | Blinds | Shutters Unit 2 / 99 Sawyers Arms Rd 03 365 4666 or 0800 836 587 www.venluree.co.nz Technical to play own game; Canty Uni’s chance to progress • By Jaime Cunningham CASHMERE TechnicaL will be playing their own game when they come up against Petone in the second round of the National League on Saturday. Petone are new to the competition, but it’s something Technical coach Dan Schwarz says is not important for the team. “The focus is on playing our game and not changing for our opponent,” he said. “Petone haven’t played in the league before but it’s easy to know the good players around the country – and they have a few.” “But, like I said, we’re just focused on ourselves.” Technical go into the away game on the back of a 2-1 loss to Auckland United in the opening round. Schwarz said his team can take plenty of confidence from the game, despite being impacted by a red card to Lachie McIsaac in the 16th minute. “It was the whole story for the game, really,” he said. “We played really well but with 10 players on the field it was never going to go our way.” After handing Chatham Cup champions Christchurch United their first loss of the season with a 3-1 win on September 3, Technical have yet to win a game. They came close to taking out the English Cup two weeks later, TEAM: English Cup winners Cashmere Technical will be playing their own game when they meet National League newcomers Petone in the second round. PHOTOS: JIM WATTS PHOTOGRAPHY but the in-form United proved too strong, winning 3-2. Despite the back-to-back losses, Schwarz said the team have their sights set on improving on last year’s seventh-place finish in the National League. “We set goals going into every season,” he said. “And we think a realistic goal is to improve on last year’s finish.” With a couple of Technical’s players expected to be named in the New Zealand under-17 World Cup side, Schwarz has brought in new players to help in the latter stages of the season. “We’ve got some young guys and then some who have been involved with club for years and years, like Cory Mitchell,” he said. “It’s just to help with our availability issues.” Meanwhile, United will be looking to continue their hotform in their second-round clash against Wellington Phoenix Reserves. They recorded a 1-0 win over a tough Eastern Suburbs side last week, with striker Eddie Wilkinson scoring a masterclass oneman goal in the 53rd minute. Saturday will be the United’s first match at the United Sports Centre since their 3-1 loss to Technical at the start of the month. The National League will be an opportunity for United to cap off National League - Round 2 • Christchurch United v Wellington Phoenix Reserves, Saturday 12.30pm, United Sports Centre • Wellington Olympic v Napier City Rovers, Saturday 1pm, Martin Luckie Park • Petone v Cashmere Technical, Saturday 2.30pm, Petone Memorial Turf • Auckland United v Eastern Suburbs, Saturday 6pm, Keith Hay Park • Auckland City v Manurewa, Sunday 3pm, Kiwitea Street Stadium. All games will be broadcast live on FIFA + their stellar season, which saw them claim the Chatham Cup, the English Cup and the Southern League title. Although United topped the Southern League last year, the team had a poor run in the National League, winning just one game out of nine. In the Southern League qualifiers, University of Canterbury’s chance to progress will come down to a clash against ABL Roslyn Wakari at English Park on Saturday. The first match between the sides finished in a 2-2 draw last week, meaning Saturday’s winner will be promoted to next year’s League in place of FC Twenty 11. Light Bears go from strength to strength • By Jaime Cunningham OFF THE back of a victorious under-85kg season, four players from the High School Old Boys Light Bears have been selected in the New Zealand Barbarians side. Jarred Percival, Taine Cordell- Hull, George Coull and Freddie Gibson were rewarded for their consistent form throughout the National Club Cup, which HSOB won on September 16. They beat the Takapuna Bombers convincingly 45-17 to claim the club’s first ever under- 85kg title. Former Christ’s College player Coull was a standout at fullback, scoring two tries and making consistent breaks through the Takapuna defence. Youngster Cordell-Hull was dominant at halfback throughout the campaign, and opened the scoring in the final. Former Mid Canterbury representative Percival was a consistent captain REPRESENT: The High School Old Boys Light Bears have four players selected in the NZ Barbarians under-85kg side, including electric fullback George Coull. PHOTOS: SIMON HARMER for HSOB, while Gibson delivered some big hits at second five. The four HSOB players also featured in the club’s premier side this year. Percival, Coull and Gibson started in the Metro premier final, which the team lost 31-26 to Marist Albion in July. Despite Waihora being knocked out by HSOB in the second round of the tournament, experienced loose forward Tyler Koning also made the Barbarians side. The 31-strong squad selected from both local under-85kg competitions and the National Club Cup is unlikely to play any games. NZ BARBARIANS UNDER-85KG SQUAD Forwards: Liam Bernet (Tukapa Bantams), Lewis Craik (Morrinsville Majestic Pukeko), Jeandre du Toit (Pakuranga Black Panthers), Luke Eyre (Massey Rock & Rumble), Jayden Ford (NPOB Half Pints), Josh Gellert (AURFC Slugs), Frazer Harrison (AURFC Squids), Kasey Joe-McIndoe (Ponsonby Hustlers), Morgan Jones (Southern Bushpigs), Logan Kinnear (Pakuranga Black Panthers), Tyler Koning (Waihora Longhorns), Brodie Lilley (NPOB Half Pints), Matt McCutcheon (Southern Bushpigs), Ridgley Paxton (Karaka Razzlers), Tom Rowland (Eden Lizards), Jordan Roylance (NPOB Half Pints), Shaan Waite (NPOB Half Pints). Backs: Campbell Busby (AURFC Squids), Taine Cordell- Hull (HSOB Light Bears), George Coull (HSOB Light Bears), Jackson Ephraims (Takapuna Bombers), Matt Fowler (OBU Scallywags), Freddie Gibson (HSOB Light Bears), James Guthrie-Croft (Grammar TEC Old Boys), Macka Haugh (Southern Bushpigs), Kees Jansen (OBU Scallywags), Ben Magson (Grammart TEC Old Boys), Jarred Percival (HSOB Light Bears), Reece Plumtree (OBU Scallywags), Tom Rance (Ponsonby Hustlers), Eamon Reily (Ponsonby Hustlers).
Latest Canterbury news at starnews.co.nz Canterbury secure shield Thursday September 28 2023 The Star SPORT 27 In Brief • By Jaime Cunningham AN UNBEATEN campaign at the national tertiary netball championships has seen Canterbury University claim the tertiary series for the first time since 2007. The team beat last year’s champions Auckland University 46-40 in the final event of the eight-sport competition to secure the coveted shield. In a first for the tournament, Canterbury also took home the spirit award. They recorded 50 points in the spirit standings, four more than second-placed Massey University. Sports coordinator Gary Gin said both awards were a Canterbury University results Rowing: 2nd Badminton: 2nd 3x3 Basketball: 1st (men’s), 5th (women’s) Volleyball: 5th (men’s), 6th (women’s) Futsal: 1st (men’s), 3rd (women’s) Ultimate Frisbee: 3rd Basketball: 1st (men’s), 4th (women’s) Netball: 1st Final Shield standings University of Canterbury 60 University of Auckland 53 Auckland University of Technology 47 Victoria University of Wellington 40 University of Waikato 38 University of Otago 31 Lincoln University 25 Massey University 23 • By Jaime Cunningham CANTERBURY Rugby have announced the finalists of this year’s community awards, ahead of their awards night next month. The finalists of each award have been nominated through supporters, players and coaches. Ellesmere clubs dominate club of the year, with both Springston and Prebbleton nominated alongside one of last year’s finalists, High School Old Boys. Christchurch Girls’ High have been rewarded for their impressive season, with former Black Fern Angie Sisifa a finalist in the coaching category. CGHS have also been nominated for school of the year once again. Meanwhile, former Crusader Robbie Fruean has been recognised for his efforts in coaching Horomaka Combined’s first-ever senior side in the Miles Toyota Championship this year. testament to the hard work of the teams involved. “It speaks to the strong sense of community and pride that exists at UC. It is to show that they are not only talented athletes, but also good people,” he said. Gin said the “increased investments” to see each other succeed is a major reason why Canterbury has been so successful this year. “When student-athletes, coaches, and UC staff are all on the same page and working towards a common goal, it creates a positive and supportive environment where everyone can thrive. “It is the peak of multiple years of hard work from the UC rec and sport staff, volunteer coaches, managers, and studentathletes,” he added. Heading into the Wellington netball tournament, Canterbury were six points clear of shield holders Auckland following seven sports. Auckland had held the shield since 2016. Canterbury breezed through the pool stages of competition, conceding just 88 goals across three games and ensuring a placing high enough to claim the tertiary championship. They comprehensively beat Auckland University of Technology 44-24 to progress to the final. Boasting the likes of Tactix players Vika Koloto and Parris Petera, Canterbury were able to bounce back from a 22-21 halftime deficit in their final. The fourth quarter belonged to the maroons, who scored the first five goals before flying to a nine-goal lead at one stage. Koloto and Julia Wynands were selected in the tournament DOMINANT: Christchurch Girls’ High are a finalist for school of the year at the Canterbury Rugby community awards, while their coach Angie Sisifa has been nominated for coach of the year. PHOTO: JOSH BAMBER/CRFU The team is a combination of Hillmorton, Hornby, Riccarton, Hagley and Middleton Grange students. FLYING HIGH: Wing attack Parris Petera was one of three University of Canterbury players named in the tournament team, and was the final’s most valuable player. PHOTO: ABOVE GROUND LEVEL PHOTOGRAPHY team, while Central Pulse-bound Petera was the most valuable player of the competition. It followed a run of success for Canterbury in the other seven sports played from April to September. The men’s basketball side A date for the awards night is set to be announced after Canterbury’s NPC campaign finishes up. won both the 3x3 and 5-a-side competitions this year, while the men’s futsal team won gold in August. UC also claimed second spot at the rowing championships in April before finishing with silver in badminton. Rugby award finalists announced Club of the year High School Old Boys Springston Prebbleton Coach of the year Angie Sisifa (CGHS) Robbie Fruean (Horomaka Combined) Anna Livingstone (HSOB) School of the year Christchurch Girls’ High School St Thomas of Canterbury College Community team of the year Halswell-Wigram Battlers HSOB Light Bears Oxford U18 Volunteer of the year Hunter Johnston (Christchurch) Michelle Tocker (Woodend) Steven Richmond (Marist Albion) Day makes NZ U21 side Taiana Day has been selected in the New Zealand under-21 netball squad. She is the only Mainland player in the squad, who gather for their first camp next month. Day was part of the Mainland team which played in the National Netball League, and played for Lincoln University A in club competition. The under-21 side will be coached by former Canterbury Flame Julie Seymour. For the full squad list, go to www.netballnz.co.nz League: Tough game ahead for Canterbury The Canterbury women’s rugby league team have the challenge of facing table leaders Auckland Vulcans in Pukekohe on Saturday. After going down to the Akarana Falcons 40-12 last week, Canterbury are yet to record their first win of the season. Despite 12 points in the second half against Akarana, their slow first half wasn’t enough to secure any points. Their clash against Auckland kicks off at 2pm at Navigation Homes Park and will be broadcasting live on Sky Sport 4. NZ Schools campaign against Australia U18 gets under way New Zealand Schools will turn their focus to the first of two matches against Australia under-18 today, after getting their campaign under way on Saturday. They beat NZ under-18 Barbarians 59-22 with a dominant second half in the first of three fixtures. NZ Schools were due to meet Australia in Canberra at 5pm NZT today, before they face off again on Monday. Meanwhile, the Barbarian under-18s were set to take on the Māori under-18s at St Paul’s Collegiate Hamilton at 2pm. For score updates and team lists, go to New Zealand Rugby’s Facebook page. Otago proves too strong for Canty U18s Canterbury Black have gone down to Otago in a nail-biting final at the South Island under-18 tournament on Tuesday. After the scores were locked at 12-12 at halftime, Otago proved too strong for Canterbury in the second half. The Ngā Puna Wai tournament was played across three days, with Southland, Tasman, South Canterbury and Canterbury Red also competing. For full results, go to www.canterburyrugby. co.nz/representativecompetitions
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