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New Zealand Under 19

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About the team

The New Zealand Under 19 team is a critical early step in the high-performance pathway — a chance for the country’s best school-leavers and young club players to test themselves at the next level. 
 
While not always in the spotlight, this team has helped shape the careers of dozens of elite players who went on to represent New Zealand at higher levels. 
 
Dig into the next generation on NZR+ — match highlights, team journeys, and the raw edge of youth rugby all in one place. 

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The New Zealand Under 19 squad

Name Province
Ajay Faleafaga Otago
Ale Aho Auckland
Andrew Smith Waikato
Bradley Crichton Wellington
Byron Smith Auckland
Cody Nordstrom Waikato
Cooper Flanders Hawke's Bay
Dylan Irvine Tasman
Epeli Waqaicece Manawatū
Essendon Tuitupou Auckland
Finn Hurley Otago
Gabe Robinson Waikato
Hunter Morrison Manawatū
Isaac Hutchinson Canterbury
Jack Taylor Southland
Jordi Viljoen Manawatu
Keran van Staden Counties Manukau
Leo Gordon Auckland
Mefi Poseti Tupou Hawke's Bay
Nic Shearer Canterbury
Riley Williams Auckland
Rory Woods Northland
Sam Hainsworth-Fa'aofo Auckland
Semisi Tupou Ta'eiloa Otago
Siale Lauaki Wellington
Tahlor Cahill Canterbury
Taine Kolose Bay of Plenty
Toby Taylor Bay of Plenty
Torian Barnes Canterbury
Will Stodart Otago

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