Wednesday, January 30, 2008
New Zealand to help promote rugby in US
New Zealand has signed a five-year deal to help promote rugby in the United States, the New Zealand Rugby Union (NZRU) announced on Wednesday.
- Year formed:
- 1975 (joined IRB 1987)
- Emblem:
- Eagle
- RWC 2007:
- Group stage
- Best finish:
- Group stage 1987, 1991, 1999, 2003, 2007
- World ranking:
- 19
- Coach:
- Scott Johnson
- First Test:
- 16 November 1912 v Australia, Berkeley (lost 8-12)
- Team colours:
- Blue jerseys with red and white trim, white shorts and blue socks
- Website:
- http://www.usarugby.com
Gallery
November internationals
| Day/Date | Match | Venue | AEST time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 16 Nov | v Japan | NAG | 5.00pm |
| Sat 22 Nov | v Japan | TOK | 9.00pm |
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