One of the most notable accomplishments of the 2023 season has been the
substantial increase in player registrations. We have witnessed our player base grow
from 30 registered players to an impressive 100 players. This remarkable surge in
participation is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our coaching staff,
the enthusiasm of our existing players, and the welcoming environment we have
fostered within the club.
I am thrilled to announce the successful establishment of the Women's
Diamonds rugby team. This addition to our club has not only provided an opportunity
for female athletes to excel in the sport but has also enriched the diversity and
vibrancy of our rugby community. The Women's Diamonds team has quickly become
an integral part of Hauraki North Rugby, and their success on the field has been truly
inspiring.
Thames Valley Rugby union.
Hauraki North Rugby club
Hauraki North netball club
Hauraki North Hockey club.
Rob Corkhill from Sport Waikato said:
‘What Hauraki North Diamond’s achieved this season is nothing short of outstanding and has caused a ripple
effect for women’s rugby across Thames Valley. Hauraki North is really leading from the front in looking to.
provide inclusive facilities for all club members.
Lead and driven by Club President Andrew Williams.
The Thames Valley Rugby Union are currently fine tuning a Strategic Plan for the next 3 years and Women and Girls Rugby is a major priority within this plan. This will enhance our 140% growth of females from the 2022 year and we strive to have our own stand alone female competitions.
We are also looking at growing our resources by employing a Women and Girls Lead for the Thames Valley area. This will be completed over the next month. To further support this part of our great game, Women and Girls will be supported in other areas also such as Coaching, game development, refereeing and facilities available.
Hauraki North are a very proactive club not only in rugby in general but are leading the way with accommodating our Women and Girls that want to play rugby. What they did last year, and this is greatly appreciated, and the Thames Valley Rugby look forward to working closely with them during 2023 and 2024.
The Blue Diamonds team brings together local school and college attendees, young ladies, and women as well. The
team even boasts a retired Black Fern Champion, who helps provide a great role model for our younger players. Over
the season, the team has gone from strength to strength, with the unbelievable achievement of making the Waikato
finals, only losing by a fine margin.
2
The positive impact that the ladies’ team has had upon our community has been tremendous. The support that this has
generated across the Thames Valley is incredible. The car park at Hauraki North is full for every woman’s game, mostly
other women and young ladies from our district coming to support their team.
The Thames Valley Rugby Union are currently fine tuning a Strategic Plan for the next 3 years and Women and Girls Rugby is a major priority within this plan. This will enhance our 140% growth of females from the 2022 year and we strive to have our own stand alone female competitions.
We are also looking at growing our resources by employing a Women and Girls Lead for the Thames Valley area. This will be completed over the next month. To further support this part of our great game, Women and Girls will be supported in other areas also such as Coaching, game development, refereeing and facilities available.
Hauraki North are a very proactive club not only in rugby in general but are leading the way with accommodating our Women and Girls that want to play rugby. What they did last year, and this is greatly appreciated, and the Thames Valley Rugby look forward to working closely with them during 2023 and 2024.
