Press Release – Auckland League
For the first time since the introduction of the New Zealand Rugby League’s zone structure in 2009, the Auckland Rugby League, Akarana Falcons and Counties Manukau Stingrays will work together to field Auckland representative teams.
The tri-party partnership will oversee two Auckland sides – called Auckland Blue and Auckland White – which will compete in the inaugural NZRL National 20 Competition kicking off on February 27, 2021.
Auckland Rugby League CEO Greg Whaiapu said the three bodies working together presents a big opportunity in what is a crucial age group for the game.
“A lack of participation numbers has meant there hasn’t been an U20 men’s club grade held in Auckland since 2017,” Whaiapu said.