Next gen to fill Black Ferns void in Farah Palmer Cup
NEWS: A blockbuster year of women’s rugby will continue in August with the Farah Palmer Cup kicking off.
While the Black Ferns are in England defending the World Cup, the country’s brightest developing talent will be on display across nine weeks of fierce competition.
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Defending premiership winners Waikato will kick the season off with an almighty battle against Auckland while championship winners (promoted to the premiership), Manawatū will face a tough challenge against Canterbury.
The first defence of the JJ Stewart Trophy will be when Waikato play at home against Counties Manukau in round two.
New Zealand Rugby Head of Women High Performance Hannah Porter, said: “With all eyes on women’s rugby in 2025, the Farah Palmer Cup will showcase the next generation of developing players.
“Following the record number of women taking the field in 2024, the Farah Palmer Cup remains a crucial pathway, giving players the chance to represent their whānau, clubs and communities on the national stage,” said Porter.
The Farah Palmer Cup finals will see the Championship Final played on the weekend of September 20/21, while the Premiership Final will take place on the weekend of October 4/5.
Farah Palmer Cup teams:
Premiership
Auckland
Bay of Plenty
Canterbury
Counties Manukau
Hawke’s Bay
Manawatū
Waikato
Championship
Northland
North Harbour
Otago
Taranaki
Tasman
Wellington
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