August 22, 2023 – The Valley Profile

Thames High’s first XV came up against Mercury Bay in the August 12 finals match, losing 14-32 but walking away with their heads held high. PHOTO: SUPPLIED/Megan on behalf of Thames Rugby and Sports

Thames High humbled to make Coulter Cup final

Post author:Kelley Tantau
Post published:August 22, 2023
Post category:Sport

Thames High School rugby players are patting themselves on the back after making the finals of the Coulter Cup for the first time in years.Thames High’s first XV came up…

Brendan Walsh, from Turua, was named one of the New Zealand Warriors’ biggest fans. Photo: KELLEY TANTAU

League fan ‘blown away’ by support

Post author:Kelley Tantau
Post published:August 22, 2023
Post category:News

By day, Brendan Walsh is a rugby league fan. By night, he transforms into the Rocker Warrior, seen among the stadium crowd wearing distinguishable face paint, a wild wig, and…

Andrew Connaughton, Shannen Middleton, and Shaun George are wanting to bring the buzz of boxing back to Thames with a new event. PHOTO: KELLEY TANTAU

In the ring with Never Surrender Boxing

Post author:Kelley Tantau
Post published:August 22, 2023
Post category:Sport

Shaun George thought he’d forever have a boxing gym in his garage. He started practising the sport at age six, with he and his brother being taught by his dad.…

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