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SPORTSAFE ARL NINES RETURN TO
WHITIANGA
South Road, Newmarket, AUCKLAND
roud to offer the
f the Tournament
The Sportsafe Auckland Rugby League All teams will play each other in the
(ARL) Nines are set to return to Whitianga qualifying pool with the top three teams
this weekend February 26-27, 2016 after going through to the championship section
proving to be a popular event in 2015. and the bottom three into the plate. From
there, each team will play each other once
The beach, sun and top class footy were all with the two highest qualifiers playing in the
showcased at last year's tournament - grand final.
affirmation for the returning occasion.
Whitianga proved to be a big hit with players
Auckland Premiership teams will battle for last season, providing an ideal venue for
bragging rights and the Nines trophy when footy and fun - an environment that allows
they go head to head down at Lyon Park. players and team staff to involve families. It is
However, it's not all about the Auckland sides also an opportunity for rugby league clubs to
with Ngaruawahia coming into the mix to showcase their talents outside of Auckland.
represent the Waikato region.
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nament Marlins, courtesy of ARL sponsors Nissan Giltrap.
Howick Hornets, Otara Scorpions, Glenora Colman's Suzuki are also giving a player the
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chance to earn the use of a brand new
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conducted in accordance with Rugby League
valid for 6 months. DriveLramwusstohfavtehevalGidalimceencwe.ith specific modifications (Continue reading on next page )
which include nine minute halves and a total
of nine players whom must be on the field at
2020any one time.
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