New Brighton takes out Southern Touch Tournament

On 22 November 2009, the North Canterbury Police again hosted the New Zealand Police Association South Island Police Touch Tournament.

The competition was held at the grounds of the Woodend Rugby Club.

The weather started of slightly wet but the day improved as the competition progressed.

For the first time in several years, New Brighton won after an exciting battle with Papanui, which ended with only 3 players in each team after the drop-off rules were implemented.

There were 12 teams in total, including Christchurch Corrections who won the inter-services trophy.

The organiser, Tony Maw said that everyone enjoyed themselves and the competition was again played in great spirit.

Tony added, "I was thrilled the way the day turned out. The weather caused some concerns but the day ended up fantastic. There has been great feedback about the day and hopefully we will see some more out of town teams next year.  As usual, I really appreciate the assistance from the NZPA and the Council of Sport in sponsoring the tournament.  Their support is always tremendous."

The next South Island tournament will be held in November 2010.

South Island 2009 Touch Winners

Results were:

Player of the Day, Male - Rowan Whyman.
Player of the Day, Female - Serena Setu.
Personality of the Day, Male - Andrew MacFarlane.
Personality of the Day, Female - Jill Brett.

1st    New Brighton 1
2nd   Papanui 1   
3rd    Dogs
4th    Darkside (Chch CIB)
5th    CHAOS - Plate   
6th    Southern Diesels.
7th    New Brighton 2
8th    Group 2   
9th    Comms
10th  Papanui 2
11th  North Canterbury
12th  Conair (Chch Corrections)