Winter Tournament Week
Message from Matua Mikaere (Tumuaki)
As we head into tournament week, we wish all of our Trident teams the very best as they represent our kura across Aotearoa. Whether on the turf, field, court, track, or arena, you carry with you the support of our school and community.
To our girls and boys hockey, girls and boys football, netball, rugby league 1st XIII and U15, equestrian, and cycling teams, go well, go hard, and uphold our values of Mākōkō (excellence and striving for quality), Atawhai (supporting and caring for one another), and Kia Manawanui (having courage, resilience, and big hearts).
We are proud of the dedication you have shown in preparing for this week. Remember, it’s not just about the results but about the way you compete, the spirit you show, and the connections you build.
Finally, I’d like to take an opportunity to thank our coaching and support staff and volunteers. We wouldn’t be able to run these teams without you.
Good luck, Team Trident.
Message from Steph Walker (Sports Coordinator)
To our teams- Tournament weeks are the pinnacle of the sporting season. All of your hard work and commitment throughout the season comes together to achieve the goals you have set and enjoy what are probably the final games of the year.
The all round experience of tournament week will be a highlight for many and will provide life long memories.
For our Year 13s, we wish you all the best and know you will give it your all. Thank you for what you have given to Trident sport.
A big thank you to our coaches, managers and staff in charge for their time and dedication to our teams and best wishes to everyone for the week ahead.
1st XI Boys Football
Jim Wishart Tournament
Dates: 25–28 August
Venue: Christchurch
Coaches: Jon Stanhope and Glenn Barr
Staff in Charge: Jon Stanhope
Team:
Tait Nelson (Captain), Kadin Meharry, Max Kirk, Peader Mullen, Friedrich Rahn, Te Koha Schick, Kaleb Grindrod, Joseph Spalding, Heavenjot Brar, Marcus Watkins, Oliver Watkins, Indy Firmston, Leigh Oyanagi, Sean Growdon, Daymon Branch, Everett Parker-Platt, Quaylin Fraser-Jones (WHS) and Flynn Harper (WHS).
Captain Comment: Tait Nelson
Yes, the Trident Boys Tournament Team is definitely looking forward to this year’s tournament in Christchurch. We’re optimistic heading in, as we have a very talented squad with lots of ability and potential. Although we’re a very young team, this is a great opportunity to give our younger players valuable exposure to tournament football, helping them grow and prepare for the years ahead. At the same time, we want to honour our small group of Year 13s and give them the send-off they deserve by aiming to place as high as we can.
1st XI Girls Football
Maurice Hulme Tournament
Dates: 25–28 August
Venue: Park Island, Napier
Coach: James Anthony
Staff in Charge: Adelaide Roper
Team:
Chelsea Kerr (Captain), Charlotte Anthony, Tilde Florence, Addison Cooper, Taylor Growden, Ohryen Gardner, Ashlee Jennings, Anabelle Plunket, Caitlin McDowell, Greer Haslam, Isla Thompson, Freya McCoy, Rhianna Rowe, Bailey Law, Ava Milne, and Bethany Prout.
Captain Comment- Chelsea Kerr
We’re all really looking forward to heading down to Napier for tournament week this year! Last year was such an awesome experience for us, up at the Auckland competition, we played some great football, had heaps of fun, and made memories we’ll never forget. This year we’re aiming to build on that, push ourselves for a strong result, and of course enjoy the whole week together. It’s also exciting to welcome some new players into the tournament team, and we can’t wait to see how everyone comes together on and off the field.
Our season so far has been really positive, we finished our season in Division 1 for the Bay of Plenty, which we’re really proud of. With lots of new players joining early in the season, we’ve been working hard on building our connections and finding our rhythm as a team. Heading into tournament week, we’re excited for the challenge of playing new and unknown teams, and we can’t wait to see how we match up!
1st XI Boys Hockey
Mayhill Cup
Dates: 25–29 August
Venue: North Harbour
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Manager:
Staff in Charge:
Team:
Ethan McConnell (Captain), Ben Cleghorn, Xavier Christie, Derek Esterhuizen, Casey Farrell, Dylan Vos, Connor Fraser, Malakai Ogle, Zek Ford, Riley McConnell, Ari Henman, Ryder Horlock, Ryley White, Logan Slattery, James Caudwell, Aidan Wahrlich.
Captain Comment – Ethan McConnell
I am absolutely looking forward to my last school tournament. The ultimate goal is to win the tournament and have Trident move up to the Rankin/India Shield Tournament for next year. The next goal would be that we top our pool and get into the top 4 for the tournament. My expectation is that we play some good team hockey and have fun.
Coach Comment- Cameron Ogle
We’re definitely looking forward to the tournament this year. The team has been putting in a lot of hard work and the goal is to push for a top-four finish. More importantly, we want to enjoy the experience together and make it a memorable one for our seven Year 13 players who are in their final season of school hockey. They’ve given a lot to the team, and this is a chance for the whole squad to play for them.
1st XI Girls Hockey
Chica Gilmer Trophy
Dates: 25–29 August
Venue: Tauranga Hockey Turf, Mount Maunganui
Coach: Gavin Rothwell
Manager: Abby Bateson
Staff in Charge: Toni Harvey
Team:
Piki Hemi (Co-Captain), Alexis Ogle (Co-Captain), Kamea Aldridge, Tylah Bateson, Kayla Follows, Breanna Fraser, Isla Webster, Olivia Fraser, Payton Lawrence, Lolita Habotu, Khloe Newport, Lily Hipkiss, Keeley Rothwell, Thea Miller, Meriana-Leigh Taia.
Captain Comment- Piki Hemi
My journey started as a fresh Year 9, joining the 1st XI, and now as a Year 13 I get to play in my last Winter Tournament.
This season we have put in a lot of mahi and won both rounds of the BOP comp. As we head into our tournament in Tauranga, I feel excited and privileged to lead this great group of wahine. Tournament Week is always a highlight, and I know we will create plenty of fun memories.
I have grown so much as a player and as a person within this team, and I am looking forward to experiencing the fun of tournament for the last time with my girls.
Premier 1 Netball
Upper North Island Secondary Schools Tournament
Dates: 25–29 August
Venue: Auckland Netball Centre, Auckland
Coaches: Te Ahuru Waititi and Ngarori Waititi
Manager: Linda Redmond
Staff in Charge: Lisa Bethell
Team:
Syniva Bryce (Captain), Danielle Moke-Kingi, Jasmine McHardy, Lysahn Collier, Mihiwai Henare, Arliyah Matchitt, Hunter-Lily Takiari, Marlie Bethell, Jordis Manuel, Autumn Camburn, Pukohurangi Hohapata-Ngatea, Te Waimarino Takamore.
Captain Comment- Syniva Bryce
This season has been such a journey for us. We’ve been putting in the hard work with one goal in mind- to get to UNISS and push for a top four finish.
We’ve had our share of ups and downs, but I honestly think that’s what’s made us tougher and more connected as a team. Every challenge has been a chance for us to grow, and now we’re ready to bring all of that onto the court in Auckland.
As captain, I’m super proud of how far we’ve come. Our senior players have been awesome leaders and role models, stepping up to guide our younger players and help them gain confidence.
Senior A Boys Rugby League
NZSS Rugby League
Dates: 29–31 August
Venue: Bruce Pulman Park, Takanini
Coaches: John Tomes and Toko Waaka
Staff in Charge: Mikaere October
Team:
Kirk Dalton (Captain), Cayliss Amai, Jacob Cook-Wera, Izzy Williams, Thomas Hepi, Hoori Williams, Keanu Kepa, Eru Kohunui, Te Rehita Wana, Jacob Law, Joe Te Moana, Asoiva Magalogo, Te Hau Pryor, Sage Saxton, Cade Coxon (WHS), Ariki Roozendaal (WHS), Kahu Te Aho (WHS), and Hikurangi Kiel (TWKO Huiarau).
Comment- Mikaere October
The Year 13 boys are especially excited to compete in their final tournament together. Having represented the school as Year 12s, they are determined to build on last year’s performance. Their focus is on playing to the game plan and performing well as a team, knowing that the results will take care of themselves.
They head into the week with confidence after showing strong form in the BOP Secondary School competition and are eager to carry that momentum forward.
Under 15 Boys Rugby League
NZSS Rugby League
Dates: 29–31 August
Venue: Bruce Pulman Park, Takanini
Coach/ Staff in Charge: Mikaere October
Team:
Kobe Vaenuku (Captain), Juan Amoroa, Felix Edwards, Blake Binney, Hunter Taia, Mika Henry, Jessie Rawiri, Harlem Kinghazel, Kyan Ulufonua, Otamaroa Wetini-Waititi, Tiaki Maloney-Murray, Mikaere Morunga, VJ Tapsell-Winitana, Elisha Wignall, Ricardo Petero (WHS), Perda Mika (WHS) and Hato Collins-Huriwaka (WHS).
Coaches Comment- Mikaere October
This is the first time a Trident U15 league team has competed in this tournament, and the boys are eager to test themselves against schools from across the country. They are also excited about the opportunity to attend a Warriors game! A first for many of them and an experience they will remember.
Equestrian
NISS Equestrian Championships
Dates: 25–29 August
Venue: Equestrian Centre, Taupō
Staff in Charge: Sarsha Deeley
Manager: Tina Eustace
Team:
Ros Eustace, Taylah Wylie, Lauren Craill.
Comment- Taylah Wylie
I am looking forward to tournament week, this is my first tournament week and I am super excited. My goals are to place in a class, and get a clear round. The expectations for the team would be that we are team players, try our best, that we are diligent.
Cycling
NZSS Northern Tour
Dates: 30–31 August
Venue: Auckland
Staff in Charge: Steph Walker
Team:
Oliver Christie, Lilly Collombet, Jacques Collombet.
Comment- Oliver Christie
I'm looking forward to competing in the Northern Tour- this is my first cycling tour.
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