Invercargill Rugby Club (Blues)
Invercargill Rugby Club (Blues) is an amateur rugby team that plays in the Premier Division of Southland Club Rugby. Founded in 1874, the club has a prestigious history, and it boasts 32 Galbraith Shield titles including a record period of 8 in a row. Blues has had many All Blacks and NZ representatives including their most recent NZ under 20 representative Jay Renton. Other representatives in All Black Elliot Dixon, joined by Simon Culhane, David Henderson, Michael Fatialofa, Kendrick Lynn, James Wilson. Notable current players include Ray Tatafu, Jay Renton, Bill Fukufuku, Ethan De Groot and Ben Soper along with young talents Mitch Taylor, Kalani Elder, Sione Kaufononga and a raft of other young talents. Stalwarts of the club Daniel Townson, Micheal Peterson (C), Sam Winsloe and Pehi Te Phare provide experience to the Premier side. Blues are the current holders of the prestigious Galbraith Shield beating Star 16 - 9 in the 2019 grand final. Blues also have a strong Bs and Cs side ensuring depth across the board.
| Full name | Invercargill Rugby Football Club | |
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| Founded | 1874 | |
| Ground(s) | Balmoral Drive | |
| Coach(es) | Mark Crosbie, Fili Tagicakibau, Simon Frisby. Management Phill Rodger, Dusty Crofts | |
| League(s) | Premier Division | |
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