Otago Rugby Union eNewsletter

Editorial

Good afternoon Otago Rugby supporters!

This weekend see's the Metro Men's Premier Competition kick off. See what our team Captain's have to say in Captain's chat below. If ya fancy standing on the sidelines this weekend check out the full rugby draw here and get down to support your team.

If you're an U16 or U18 lass or lad looking to improve your game, get registered to attend the 2023 Highlanders & Otago Rugby Player Development Days. With both Country and Metro days being held there's no need to miss out. Scroll down to view our flyer and get full details.

Dunedin's getting a Test Match and this presents an awesome opportunity for our 2023 Otago Rugby Season Members. 2023 members that purchase their membership prior to the Test Match going on sale, are also able to purchase Test tickets with their membership guaranteeing they won't miss out! Memberships are on sale this Monday April 3!!!

The 2023 NPC Draw is out now! Scroll down to check out our Home Games, or check out the full NPC Draw here.

Calling all wahine!!! Come and improve your understanding of the laws of the game to improve your game day experience. Connect with other women in the game in your community while learning how to be a better coach or player and walk away as a qualified Associate Referee.A family friendly event hosted by International Referee Maggie Cogger-Orr. Register here

If you're a Junior Rugby coach you'll want to get registered and make sure that you've attended the required Small Blacks course. Scroll down below to see Small Blacks course dates for your area.

Last chance… In 2023, Otago High Performance department wishes to guarantee a place for a male and female player in the Men's Academy & Women's HP Groups respectively for country based players. Please note these players must have been Year 13 in 2022 to apply for a 2023 place. Applications close 7 April 2023, scroll down for more details.

Scroll down for more rugby news and announcements like development opportunities, weekly happenings, rugby courses and more…

ODT Interesting Reads!

Round 2 promises plenty

The Otago Rugby High Performance programmes are an exciting opportunity for local and domestic talented young rugby athletes to discover a pathway in the game while upskilling themselves on all aspects off and on the field. The programme supports all accepted athletes whether they are studying or in the work force and also offers multiple avenues of support while these athletes take in the demands of possible professional rugby.

The benefits we have at Otago Rugby is the support of Otago University and Otago Polytech with wide range of educational opportunities within a stone's throw of the academy which is based at Forsyth Barr Stadium. The facilities and services that are available are a High-Performance gym facility, access to Bunnings NPC & Farah Palmer Cup coaches & staff, medical personnel, Sportscode video review facilities and also the pathway opportunity with the Highlanders.

While at the academy all athletes will be guided on their personal development through the six pillars of NZ Rugby; technical, tactical, physical, nutrition, mental skills, personal life skills, and will be assisted by multiple qualified staff within Otago Rugby.

In 2023, Otago High Performance department wishes to guarantee a place for a male and female player in the Men's Academy & Women's HP Groups respectively for country based players. Please note these players must have been Year 13 in 2022 to apply for a 2023 place. Applications close 7 April 2022.

All enquiries to Otago High Performance Development Manager:

Ryan Bambry - ryan.bambry@orfu.co.nz

Application form link: https://www.sporty.co.nz/viewform/199074