Colts Division 1
It is fair to say the 2011 Prem Colts team is having a rebuilding year with a lot of last years team playing for div 1 and 2 this season. The team is coached by 2 former div 1 players in Jason Pawson and Scott McLeish. These guys were both fine players for the club with many div 1 caps and have the knowledge and people skills to do a good job. Another former club player in Andrew Kelso will manage the side along with strapper Henry Koppier.
Some talented school leavers from Shirley Boys and St Bedes playing for the side include, former Shirley Boys captain and outstanding flanker Troy Mangan. Troy is a potential future div 1 captain. James Bishop and Matt Ratani form a strong mid feild combo and these guys will also play div 1 for the club in the not too distant future. The ex St Bedes players who have joined this team are Quinn Harmon, Zach Inglis and Keaton Fraser. Back from last year are Jarrad Choat, Nic Demangeat, Brydon Fonitia, Olly Gikison, Marty Koppier, Brent Lamb, Stefan Moir, Damon Simanu, John Davidson and Filips Jansons.Tai Moenoa is a former Aranui High student and Daniel Fleming played at Boys High. Other guys to join the team from other club teams are Josh Koppier, Mark Burton, Ricky Van Olphan, Codey Bolton and Brook Murphy. Tyler Jones has joined the side after moving south from Nelson. Lou Harmon has had shoulder trouble again and may not be seen again this season which is a real shame as he is an outstanding player. A few players were also lost after the quake when they moved away.
Good luck for the season fellas.