Southland Sports News

The Southland Stags are gearing up to take on Wellington in the Paladin Trophy match this Saturday, 7th September. The game is set to take place at Porirua Park, kicking off at 2:05 PM. Co-coaches Matt Saunders and James Wilson have put forward a competitive squad, determined to make their mark in t

After 52 years of unparalleled dedication to the sport, Robyn has made the significant decision to retire from her representative golf career. Her extraordinary achievements and cherished memories have left an indelible mark on the golfing community in Southland and across New Zealand. A Lifetime of

After netting back-to-back ANZ Premiership titles, rangy defender Carys Stythe will bring her defensive prowess to the Ascot Park Hotel Southern Steel in 2025. A towering 1.92 metres tall with a reputation for hunting the ball, the athletic Stythe has proved a force to be reckoned with since burstin

Led by an experienced commander in Kate Heffernan, a returning trio finalises the Ascot Park Hotel Southern Steel midcourt for 2025. Formidable Silver Fern Heffernan, the tenacious Renee Savai’inaea and young gun Serina Daunakamakama join recently-signed powerhouse Kimiora Poi to form an intimidatin

Co Coaches Matt Saunders and James Wilson are pleased to announce the side to take on Hawke’s Bay for the Ranfurly Shield.Related: Stags Outplay Otago to Start 2024 Season with a Win Match: SBS Bank Southland Stags vs Hawke’s BayDate: Saturday August 17th 4.35pm – Mclean Park NapierVenue: Ranfurly S

Shooting maestro Aliyah Dunn is returning to her southern roots to bolster the Ascot Park Hotel Southern Steel’s attack in 2025. She joins an impressive shooting trio spearheaded by Silver Fern Georgia Heffernan, 24, along with talented youngster Summer Temu, 18, who has been promoted to a full cont

Southland kicked off their 2024 rugby season in style, securing a decisive 22-13 victory against Otago at Rugby Park. The home side, buoyed by their passionate supporters, delivered a performance that promises much for the season ahead.Related: Southland Stags Team Named to take on Otago Otago, desp

Taking her netball career full circle, Wendy Frew has been appointed head coach of the Ascot Park Hotel Southern Steel. Frew, 39, replaces Reinga Bloxham at the helm of the ANZ Premiership team. “It is a surreal feeling and it probably hasn’t quite sunk in yet. This franchise just means so much to m