Rugby - College u16's take out Waikato Compepition

HISTORY WAS MADE in August as the Piopio College U16 rugby boys stormed to victory in the John Boe Cup, crowned champions of the Waikato Secondary Schools U16 competition for 2025.

In a pulsating final, the team showed grit, skill, and relentless determination, running away 39-25g winners against a determined Hamilton Boys’ High School side. The match was a true spectacle - a battle of wills, of heart, and of unshakable belief in each other.

Captain Courageous - Hunter Rogers - led from the front for the full 70 minutes, inspiring his teammates with a fearless work rate and unbreakable commitment. Keanu Edkins was ice cool under pressure, slotting 4 from 5 with the boot and keeping the scoreboard ticking over. From the very first whistle, the Piopio forward pack laid down a marker, dominating the set piece and muscling up in contact. Their physicality created the perfect platform for our backs to play with freedom and flair. Credit to Hamilton Boys’ High - they fought hard, used the corners smartly, and mauled their way to 5 well-earned tries. But this Piopio side would not be denied.

This win is more than a scoreline; it's the reward for months of hard work, wet-weather trainings, and the bond built between players, coaches, and supporters. It's a testament to the power of unity, determination, and pride in wearing the red, white and black of Piopio College.
Source: Piopio College Facebook