Auckland Rugby Union Supporters Club

We are deeply saddened by the loss of Anne Gates a dedicated and passionate supporter of Auckland Rugby and former Secretary for the Junior Rugby Foundation.

For many years, she travelled alongside the Supporters Club, cheering on the Auckland team with unwavering enthusiasm. Her commitment extended beyond the stands where she played a pivotal role in shaping opportunities for young athletes.

As the former Secretary of the Junior Rugby Foundation, Anne played a pivotal role in establishing and overseeing the School Bursaries programme. Since its inception in 2000, she was instrumental in driving the initiative forward, ensuring the awarding of 223 School Bursaries until she stepped down in 2017. Recipients of these bursaries included the likes of Ben Atiga, Patrick Tuipulotu, Sam Tuitupou, Ben Stanley, Rieko Ioane, Ofa Tu’ungafasi, and Harry Plummer.

Her tireless efforts have left an enduring legacy, one that will continue to empower future generations.

In recognition of her remarkable contributions, in 2019 the Junior Rugby Foundation Personal Development Grant was named in her honour, ensuring that her passion for supporting young talent lives on.

Our hearts go out to Anne's family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing her. We hope they find comfort in the profound impact she made and the legacy she leaves behind.

May you rest in peace Anne.

Women's Premier Round 1 🫶

The Ponsonby Fillies the only Auckland team in play on Saturday. The remaining Auckland teams in action on Wednesday night.

Lots of options for Saturday Club Rugby -

🏉 AR Cup Premier Div 1 - Qtr Finals
🏉 AR Cup Premier Div 2 - Qtr Finals
🏉 Women's Premier - Round 1
🏉 U21s

Who are you supporting 🤔 👀

Matches kicking off early so you still got time to head to Eden Park for

💙 The Blues v Moana Pasifika 🌊

& the Super Rugby Aupiki Final

💙 Blues wāhine v Matatu

And the wait is almost over.... Club Rugby 🏉 is back.

Auckland Rugby Cup - Round of 16 kicking off Sat 5th April.

Refs line up is out 👇with 4 on debut

- club team sheets starting to drop - check in on your club's socials to see if your team list is out 🧐

Who you got 😤

PREMIER APPOINTMENTS | Club Rugby is back for 2025 with the new Auckland Rugby Cup starting out the year.

This week we have 4 Premier debuts to start off the year, so massive congrats to James Grieve, Adam Booker, Mitch La'ulu and Ben McLaughlin! Congrats lads!

All the best to all other Referees and Coaches who are in action this weekend also!