Waikato Rugby are pleased to annouce their initial 33-man Bunnings Warehouse National Provincial Championship (NPC) squad for the upcoming 2023 season.
Ayden Johnstone and Mitch Jacobson again return as the co-captains and will provide vast experience in the squad with the two players combining for a total of 112 provincial caps.
This season, eight players have a chance to reach playing milestones. Two players, Ayden Johnstone and Ollie Norris, currently sit on 40 Waikato caps and have a chance of reaching their 50 games milestone later this season. There are six players who are in-line to receive their 18th game Blazer this season, these players are Rhys Marshall (14) Tepaea Cook-Savage (13), Daniel Sinkinson (12), Simon Parker (11), Pita Anae-Ah Sue (9) and Patrick McCurran (9).
Waikato head coach Ross Filipo said, “We are incredibly proud to announce the squad we have selected for the upcoming season. These athletes have shown immense talent, dedication, and a deep understanding of the game. They have earned their place through hard work, discipline, and an unwavering commitment to our team's values.
This squad embodies the spirit of our region. Each player brings a unique set of skills and strengths to their positions. We have full confidence in the abilities of these players and believe that they will uphold the proud traditions of Waikato Rugby.”
Waikato kick-off their 2023 Bunnings Warehouse NPC campaign with three away games, beginning with the Southland Stags on Sunday (August 6). The Mooloo’s first home game will be against the Taranaki Bulls on Sunday 20th August at FMG Stadium Waikato. Purchase your ticket packs for all Waikato NPC matches here: https://mooloo.flicket.co.nz/
2023 Waikato Bunnings Warehouse National Provincial Championship Squad
() = caps for Waikato
* = Debut
Article added: Monday 17 July 2023
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