09/06/2026
📢 REFS NEEDED! Help Support Girls' Rugby in the Bay! 🏉✨
The Hawke's Bay Rugby Union is launching a brand-new Girls-Only Non-Contact Three-Week Hub starting this coming Friday, June 12th!
This is an awesome initiative to help grow the girls' game in our region, and they’ve reached out for a bit of support to get it off the ground.
HBRU staff will be on-site at both locations to run fun skill sessions for the first 15–20 minutes, followed by Rippa Rugby games for the rest of the hour. To keep the games running smoothly, they need 3 referees at each site.
📍 The Details:
Start Date: Friday, June 12th (Runs for 3 weeks)
Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Locations: Hubs running simultaneously in Hastings and Napier
🙋♂️ Who can help referee?
Anyone! We know everyone’s schedule is packed, but if you, or your teenagers want to get involved, gain some refereeing experience, and give back to the game, HBRU would love to have them on board.
📧 How to volunteer:
If you or your teens can help out, please email Alistair Crawford at [email protected] with your name and contact details. He will gather the names and pass them along to the HBRU.
🏉 Looking for a Fun Friday Night Activity for the Girls? 🏉
Parents, we have the perfect way to burn off that end-of-week energy! The HBRU are launching a 3-week girls-only non-contact rugby module in Napier and Hastings, and we’d love to see your daughters there.
This isn’t just about rugby—it’s about building confidence, staying active, and making new friends in a safe, supportive environment. Whether she’s played before or has never even touched a rugby ball, all girls are welcome!
Ready to get her on the field? Scan the qr code on the attached image to register interest!
Tag another parent who might be interested or share this to your local community group! Let’s get the next generation of players moving! 👊✨