15/06/2026
ππ³πΏ CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THOSE SELECTED FOR THE NZ IRONBLACKS! π³πΏπ
What a monumental moment for American Football in New Zealand.
To represent your country is an incredible achievement, and to be coached by some of the very best football minds in Aotearoa makes the journey even more special. Every athlete selected has earned the right to wear the black jersey through hard work, sacrifice, and dedication to the game.
A special shout out to our OG Rewa whΔnau selected across the grades aswell:
π₯ MEN'S IRONBLACKS
β’ Hemi Schuster
β’ Joshua Sagote
Special mention to our brother Mark Tinilau from the Porirua Warriors. We see you, uso!
π₯ U18 BOYS IRONBLACKS
β’ Liam Maea
β’ Madden Katavich-Alefosio
β’ Ruben Kumar
Special shout out to Eagles whΔnau and former flag players:
β’ Izaiah Asiata
β’ Maile Foki
π₯ U16 BOYS IRONBLACKS
β’ Aisea "Ice" Patu
β’ Dante Ikitoelagi
β’ Declan Johnson-Fepuleai
β’ Kordell Leavai
β’ Monaro Schuster
β’ Richard Ene
β’ Saulala Nuku
β’ Taite Manao
π Special recognition also goes to Coach Tyler Matia for the countless hours, dedication, and hard mahi you've put into developing these young athletes over the past season. Your impact reaches far beyond the field.
These teams will take the field during Matariki, carrying not only the hopes of their families and communities, but the pride of New Zealand football.
It's also important to acknowledge that many of these athletes and their whΔnau have self-funded this journey. In a small minority sport like ours, funding isn't always easy to find, but the commitment, sacrifice, and heart shown by these players and families continues to drive our game forward.
From Manurewa and everywhere in between, we're proud of every one of you.
Bring home memories, make your whΔnau proud, and represent Aotearoa with mana.
If you're from Rewa and backing one of these athletes, drop a in the comments and let's show our Ironblacks how much support they've got behind them! π¦
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