Strong college player in women’s rugby, St Mary’s College Wellington, has had success this year with the local derbies, reports Mark Hurley, the college’s Head of Social Sciences.
The 1st XV has seen success as Wellington Region Prem 1 Champs and as runners up for Hurricanes U18 Champs. The U15 has had success in the Wellington Region U15 Champs and Hurricanes U15 Champs.
Two seniors have played for Wellington Pride this year and one of them was named Rookie of the Year at the recent WRFU annual awards. Those same two were also selected to play for New Zealand Māori U18. A number of players were selected for Wellington U18 reps.