Rugby
Introduction
Rugby at Auckland Grammar School is central to the long tradition of hard-work, determination and success embodied in the School motto Per Angusta Ad Augusta (through hardship to glory).
Auckland Grammar School has produced the most All Blacks out of any other school – a total of 53, from Maurice Herrold in 1893, to the Ioane brothers, Akira and Rieko (from the class of 2009 and 2010 respectively).
As well as the inter-school competitions and the national championships, the top rugby teams face various other schools in long-standing traditional fixtures, such as the annual game with long-standing rivals King’s College, where both schools vie for the coveted Cooper-Greenbank Cup.
There are various teams in every year group, from competitive to social. Boys from all skill levels find a place in the Grammar rugby community.
2022 Captain of the 1st XV Rugby team Eddie Chaytor has been playing Rugby from a very young age, and has been in the team for the past three years. He spoke with Prefect Max McCauley about the team’s strengths this year – watch the full interview below.
General Information
Terms played: Term 2 and Term 3
Game days:
- Saturday mornings, either 9:15am or 10:30am (occasionally 12pm)
- 1st XV kicks off at 2:30pm on Saturdays
Practice times:
- A Teams – twice a week
- B Teams – once or twice a week, either before or after School at the Coach’s request
Costs: Cost of uniform available from the School shop and a $20 levy per player
Equipment: Boots, mouth guards, head gear (optional)
Registrations: registrations are now open for students wishing to play Rugby in 2024. Click here to fill in the online form; all registrations must be completed by Wednesday 13 March
Master in Charge: