Northern Marlins Deaf Rugby

New Zealand Deaf Rugby Union (NZDRU) and Deaf Rugby Communities extends its sincere condolences to the whānau, friends, and Northern Marlins Deaf Rugby Union community following the passing of Reginald Leach

Reginald Leach was a valued member of the rugby community who dedicated many years of service to the game he cared deeply about. Also served on the New Zealand Deaf Rugby Union (NZDRU) contributing to the growth and administration of community rugby across the region.

Where he continued to give generously of his time, including serving on the New Zealand Deaf Rugby Union (NZDRU). His commitment, leadership, and passion for rugby left a lasting impact on Northern Marlins Deaf Rugby Union (NMDRU) and the wider New Zealand rugby whānau.

Reginald Leach contribution to the union will be remembered and appreciated by all those who had the privilege of working alongside him.

Reginald Leach was a first President from the 1991-1995 and 1997-2003. Also a Life member of the New Zealand Deaf Rugby Union (NZDRU) in 2016.

Reginald was founder and Vice Chairman for International Deaf Rugby Organisation (IDRO) from 1998-2002 later changed their name to World Deaf Rugby (WDR).

Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and the Deaf Rugby communities at this sad time.

I’m looking forward going Japan, Tokyo..
TWO MORE MONTHS TO GO! 💪🔥🖤

All Blacks vs Ireland , Eden Park
Donation: NZ Deaf Blacks men’s 7s & Deaf Blacks Ferns women’s 7s 🖤