Taupo Rugby & Sports Club

Our Taupō Rugby & Sports Club whānau is rallying around one of our own.

If you’re able to, please consider making a donation. No matter the amount, every contribution will help ease the load during this incredibly difficult time.

Sending so much love to this whānau 🖤🤍

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Last night we celebrated our senior prize giving, a great night celebrating all 5 teams! Here’s to the 2026 Season 🏆⚫️⚪️

Senior Prems
Most Dedicated - Joe Wi
Most Improved - Matty Gee
Most Outstanding Forward - Guy VonDadelszen & Kaharoa Takuira
Most Outstanding Back - Cam Robinson & Apete Matai
Best and Fairest - Shaquille Waara
Player of the Year - Liam Rowlands
Players player of the year - Guy VonDadelszen

Colts
Most Improved - Brook Hutchby
Team Spirit - Eski Rewita
Best forward - Bayley Rakei and Joe Hema
Best Back - Darz Dais
Chris Curry Memorial Trophy, Most Valuable Player - Blake Flavell-Painter
Players player of the year - William Gilmer

Taupō Sports Flames
MVP - Charné Whitham
MVP - Berrie O’Connor
Sportsmanship - Danielle Rutledge

Taupō Sports Blazers
MVP - Diane Terry
Most Improved - Danna Wright
Sportsmanship - Nikita Clay-Moore

Taupō Sports Vipers
MVP - Jess Dempsey
Most Improved - Kelly Hunia
Sportsmanship - Charlotte Catley

Taupō Sports Netball 2026
Players’ Player - Brad Clift
Club Award - Aroha Shaw-Puha
Coaches Award - Carl Brockbank

Club Awards
Most Club Spirit - Chayanne King
Presidents award for Netball - Dianne Campbell
Presidents Award - Ethan Christensen

It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the passing of David Trewavas.

David had a huge passion for rugby and was a loyal supporter of Taupō Rugby & Sports Club. His unwavering support and presence will be deeply missed, and his passing is a great loss to our community.

Our heartfelt thoughts and love are with Anna, his whānau, and all those who knew and loved him during this difficult time.

Rest easy, David. Thank you for everything. 🖤🤍

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Our Colts wrapped up their season on Saturday, and what a fantastic group of young men they are. They’ve had a great season, giving it their all every week and representing our club with pride.

A huge thank you to our dedicated coaching team for the time, effort, and commitment you’ve put into this team all season. We’re incredibly proud of what you’ve all achieved.

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Here is the livestream link for the colts game today ⚫️⚪️

Our 22 man squad travelling tomorrow to take on Greerton Marist! ⚫️⚪️ All the best lads 👏🏻

Our Colts are on the road this weekend as they take on Greerton Marist in their final round game.

This young group has shown incredible commitment, heart, and growth all season, backed by a dedicated coaching team who have put in countless hours. We couldn’t be prouder of what this team has achieved.

Safe travels, boys—we’re all behind you! 🖤🤍

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A huge congratulations to our Taupo Sports players who have been named in the King Country Rams and the Big Horns!

Best of luck for your seasons ahead!

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