#Crusaders Academy

Admittedly, the now 20-year-old Crusaders prop was "skinnier back then", but he'd always played centre and No 8 growing up in Perth, and No 8 when he returned to New Zealand and played for Kerikeri High School. But, having earned a scholarship at Auckland's St Kentigern College, he figured he'd best roll with coach Tai Lavea's instructions at the…

A returning Crusader, a local boy done good, and a few fresh out-of-towners have made the Crusaders squad for 2023. The 38-strong playing group, made up of familiar faces and some brand-new talent, will assemble at Rugby Park in Christchurch in early December, all set for their first fixture on February 24 at Orangetheory Stadium. The big news for…

A returning Crusader, a local boy done good and a few fresh out-of-towners - here's your first look at the Crusaders squad for 2023. These boys will represent the club and the history of the franchise when they take the field this year, on the hunt for points and trophies. The 38-strong playing group is made up of familiar faces and some brand-new…