Three Counties Manukau Heat representatives have been named in the first Black Ferns training squad for 2026 on Friday.
Outside backs Mererangi Paul and Jaymie Kolose have been selected in the 41-strong squad while first-five/fullback Tara Turner was also picked.
“These training camps allow us opportunities to build connections, to each other, to what it means to be a Black Fern and to the rugby we are going to play,” coach Whitney Hansen said.
“In January we had a camp that was solely focused on people and purpose, it was incredibly special for me to be in front of the group for the first time. To see both the athletes and management connect on where we are heading is exciting.
“This next camp will be about the game, our identity on the field and the athletes we need to be to play it. We have a talented group of individuals attending this camp, with amazing leaders as well as some new faces that will play an integral part in this next chapter of the Black Ferns. We can’t wait to see what they can all do together.”
