SBS Bank Southland Stags Announce Squad for 2024 Bunnings NPC Season

The SBS Bank Southland Stags are proud to announce their squad for the upcoming 2024 Bunnings NPC season. The team, led by Co Coaches  Matt Saunders and James Wilson, includes a dynamic mix of experienced players and promising young talent, all set to bring their best to the field.

Building on the momentum from last year's memorable campaign, the Stags are ready to face the challenges of the new season with renewed determination and passion. The squad selection reflects a careful balance of seasoned professionals and emerging stars, each bringing unique skills and strengths to the team. This is a team that will represent the Southland Jersey with pride. 

The wider group includes six development players, enhancing the depth and future potential of the team. This group includes players from Toyota Verblitz, further strengthening our international relationship.

2024 Home Games:

1. v Otago – Saturday, August 10, 2:05 PM
2. v Taranaki – Saturday, August 24, 7:05 PM
3. v Canterbury – Friday, September 13, 7:05 PM
4. v Waikato – Sunday, September 29, 2:05 PM

5. v North Harbour – Saturday, October 5, 4:35 PM

Full draw at www.rugbysouthland.co.nz 

Tickets are on sale now from the ICC Booking Office or Ticketek online. Adults are just $20 and kids 13 and under go free! 

2024 SBS Bank Southland Stags Squad

• Lachie Albert*
• Josh Bekhuis (134)
• Connor Collins*
• Ethan de Groot (17)
• Mitch Dunshea*
• Hunter Fahey (6)
• Leroy Ferguson (7)
• Viliami Fine (20)
• Liam Howley (26)
• Paula Latu (17)
• Michael Manson (11)
• Hayden Michaels (16)
• Morgan Mitchell (68)
• Dylan Nel (3)
• Kaea Nikora-Balloch*
• Jacob Payne (13)
• Charlie Powell*
• Jay Renton (41)
• Sevu Reece*
• Jason Robertson*
• Blair Ryall (15)
• Jack Sexton (3)
• Shneil Singh (7)
• Angus Simmers (2)
• Byron Smith*
• Nic Souchon (5)
• Jake Strachan*
• Isaac Te Tamaki (40)
• Jack Taylor (10)
• Semisi Tupou Ta'eiloa (9)
• Hamdahn Tuipulotu (3)
• Rory van Vugt (40)
• Joe Walsh (65)
• Matt Whaanga (25)
• Sean Withy* (Captain) 

• Woody Kirkwood*

*Denotes New Cap 

Development Players:

• Kynan Stowers Smith
• Faletoi Peni
• Akito Okui
• Yamakawa Issa
• Kouta Oyabu
• Curtis Palmer
• Cole Spinks

Unavailable due to injury 

• Dan Hollinshead
• Connor McLeod
• Liam McIntosh

Article added: Monday 15 July 2024