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Black Ferns

SEASON STATS
UPDATED
GAMES
6
WON
5
DRAWN
0
LOST
1
POINTS
196
TRIES
26
CONV
15
PEN
12
SEASON STATS
UPDATED
GAMES
6
WON
5
DRAWN
0
LOST
1
POINTS
196
TRIES
26
CONV
15
PEN
12

About the team

The Black Ferns are New Zealand's senior women's rugby team and the most dominant team in women's rugby with Women's Rugby World Cup titles in 1998, 2002 2006, 2010 and 2017. They have one of the best winning percentages in international rugby, with victory in close to 90 percent of their Tests.

The Black Ferns successful 2017 season was a landmark one for women’s rugby with the Black Ferns becoming the first women’s team to ever be named the World Rugby Team of the Year. 

A New Zealand women's selection first took the field in 1989 and competed at the 1991 Women's Rugby World Cup.  

The Black Ferns have competed in the inaugural Super Series competition in San Diego. The competition is played between the top five ranked teams in the world which includes England, Canada, France and the USA. 

Current Squad

Aldora Itunu
Aleisha-Pearl Nelson
Alena Saili
Arihiana Marino-Tauhinu
Ayesha Leti-I’iga
Carla Hohepa
Charmaine McMenamin
Charmaine Smith
Chelsea Alley
Cristo Tofa
Eloise Blackwell
Forne Burkin
Grace Brooker
Jackie Patea-Fereti
Joanah Ngan-Woo
Karli Faneva
Kelly Brazier
Kendra Cocksedge
Kennedy Simon
Kilisitine Moata’ane
Kiritapu Demant
Krysten Cottrell
Leilani Perese
Les Elder
Luka Connor
Marcelle Parkes
Natahlia Moors
Olivia Ward-Duin
Pia Tapsell
Pip Love
Renee Wickliffe
Ruahei Demant
Selica Winiata
Te Kura Ngata-Aerengamate
Theresa Fitzpatrick
Toka Natua

Black Ferns NEWS

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Canterbury reclaim Farah Palmer Cup lead
Canterbury moved back to the top of the points table in the Farah Palmer Cup when beating Manawatu 54-7 on Saturday.
Juggling rugby and cricket an exciting challenge for Thamsyn Newton
Rugby has played a huge part in the life of Wellington Pride fullback Thamsyn Newton.

It’s on all of us to create something tribal around the FPC and women’s rugby
Wellington’s had some wingers over time. In fact, New Zealand Rugby has been blessed with audacious talent on the flanks year after year, seemingly since the dawn of time. We, New Zealand, and they, Wellington, have another.

Moore to take Black Ferns through to 2021
Black Ferns Head Coach Glenn Moore will lead the team through to the 2021 Rugby World Cup, New Zealand Rugby announced today.
Counties Manukau claim lead in Farah Palmer Cup
Counties Manukau came up short by two-points against Wellington but have still managed to move to the top of the Farah Palmer Cup standings by virtue of securing two bonus-points.
Tania Dalton Foundation helping Farah Palmer Cup's youngest stars
A foundation created in the memory of one of our top netballers is lending a helping hand to a group of rugby players who are making waves in the Farah Palmer Cup.
Farah Palmer Cup Review - Week Two
Canterbury and Counties Manukau are shaping as the big hitters in the Farah Palmer Cup after round two saw Canterbury beat Auckland 45-12 on Sunday while Counties Manukau beat Manawatu 43-14 on Friday.
Referee Rebecca Mahoney set to achieve another historic first
Rebecca Mahoney will become the first female to referee in New Zealand’s premier domestic rugby competition when she officiates the Mitre 10 Cup match between Hawke’s Bay and Southland this Friday.
Olivia Ward-Duin to captain Harbour in FPC
Prop Olivia Ward-Duin who made her Black Ferns debut earlier this month, has been handed the captaincy for her Hibiscus side for this year’s Farah Palmer Cup.
Taranaki Whio looking for improvements in 2019
Taranaki Whio head coach Matt Stone has named a 30-woman squad for the upcoming Farah Palmer Cup season.

Farah Palmer talks Black Ferns, FPC and a special Maori recognition
Allblacks.com caught up with former Black Ferns skipper, New Zealand Rugby Board member and Massey University lecturer Dr Farah Palmer ahead of the Farah Palmer Cup.
Cantabs gunning for three-peat
Canterbury is aiming for a three-peat of Farah Palmer Cup titles this season and leading from the front will be seventh year skipper Stephanie Te Ohaere-Fox.
FPC is the shop window for mind blowing talent and a thrilling brand of rugby – Rikki Swannell
A year ago, the Farah Palmer Cup was starting against the backdrop of newly announced semi-professional contracts and the first steps towards levelling the playing field for the top tier of women’s players.

Former White Fern cricketer joins Wellington Pride
Thamsyn Newton will play for the Wellington Pride in the 2019 Farah Palmer Cup, after making the switch to cricket to rugby.

Chelsea Alley to lead Waikato in 2019 campaign
Black Ferns midfielder Chelsea Alley will wear the captain’s armband for Waikato in this year’s Farah Palmer Cup.

Counties Manukau Heat looking to go one better in 2019
After being beaten in last year’s Premiership final by Canterbury, the Counties Manukau Heat will be out for revenge in this year’s Farah Palmer Cup.

Northland relishing Farah Palmer Cup opportunity
Northland will make their Farah Palmer Cup debut this season, and they’ve got a number of talented players in the mix.

Bay of Plenty Volcanix to be coached by former Steamers
Three former Steamers players will be at the helm of the Bay of Plenty Volcanix setup in 2019.

Hawke’s Bay Tui full of confidence heading into 2019 campaign
The Hawke’s Bay Tui will field a team with a handy mixture of youth and experience in this year’s Farah Palmer Cup.

Manawatu Cyclones stacked with Black Ferns experience
Manawatu Cyclones head coach Fusi Feaunati and his new assistant coach Caleb Agnew-Jones have named one current Black Fern, three former Black Ferns and a New Zealand Sevens development player in his side for the 2019 Farah Palmer Cup campaign.

Black Ferns Videos

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Glenn Moore extends with Black Ferns
Black Ferns Head Coach Glenn Moore will lead the team through to the 2021 Rugby...
Maori Language Week: Arihiana Marino-Tauhinu
To celebrate #TeWikioTeReoMāori we caught up with Counties Manukau Heat & Black...
Northland ready for Farah Palmer Cup debut
Northland played their first ever game in the Farah Palmer Cup last weekend. We...
2019 Farah Palmer Cup launch
The 2019 Farah Palmer Cup season was officially launched at Epsom Girls...
Roaming the Rooms with the Black Ferns - Auckland
Chelsea Alley catches up with her team mates following Saturday's win over the...
Grace Brooker to make Black Ferns debut
Canterbury's Grace Brooker has been named on the bench for Saturday's Test...
MATCH HIGHLIGHTS: Black Ferns v Wallaroos (Perth)
Roaming the Rooms with the Black Ferns - Perth
Black Ferns midfielder Chelsea Alley chats to her teammates following...
Olivia Ward-Duin set to make Black Ferns debut
North Harbour prop Olivia Ward-Duin has been named on the bench for Saturday's...
Black Ferns preparations underway in Perth
The Black Ferns have had a solid start to the Test week in Perth ahead of...
Preview: Black Ferns v France
Black Ferns crowned Super Series champions
Black Ferns crowned Super Series champions
Black Ferns #CUPDATE with Chelsea Alley
Black Ferns #CUPDATE with Chelsea Alley
Meet the Black Ferns: Chelsea Alley
Meet the Black Ferns: Chelsea Alley
WRAP: Black Ferns crowned Super Series champions
Hear from Black Ferns players and coaches as they discuss their win over...
MATCH HIGHLIGHTS: Black Ferns v England - 2019
MATCH HIGHLIGHTS: Black Ferns v France - 2019
PREVIEW: Black Ferns v France
Hear from Black Ferns Head Coach Glenn Moore as he talks team changes, Kendra...
Meet new Black Ferns Kennedy, Forne and Joanah
Get to know Black Ferns debutants Kennedy Simon, Forne Burkin and Joanah...
MATCH HIGHLIGHTS: Black Ferns v Canada - 2019