Kids kick it with rugby stars

Kiwi Can Students with All Blacks & Black Ferns

Te Wharekura o Mauao students have been rubbing shoulders with national Sevens players, learning a few life and game skills.

Around 40 Year 7 and 8 students took part in skills and drills with three All Black and Black Ferns Sevens players earlier this month as part of the Kiwi Can programme.

Black Ferns Sevens player Michaela Blyde says it is about having fun and teaching the kids not only the fundamentals of rugby, but any sport.

The Sevens players also role-played around teamwork and positive relationships to reinforce what the children have been learning through Kiwi Can.

“It’s talking about positive relationships, friendships, communication and cooperation,” says Michaela. “At this age it’s crucial to get them to understand those values when it comes to building relationships as they grow older.”

Read More Here

Recent Posts

Categories

Sign up to our Newsletter

Graeme Dingle Foundation will use the information you provide to be in touch with you and to provide updates and marketing. You can change your mind at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in the footer of any email you receive from us, or by contacting info@dinglefoundation.org.nz. We will treat your information with respect. View our privacy statement here