Northland sevens stars shine at Marist tournament in Whangārei

Waipu's Harris Lymburn races down the touchline at the Marist sevens tournament at William Fraser Memorial Park. Photo / Michael Cunningham

The rain forecast for Saturday stayed away long enough for the Marist Rugby Club's sevens tournament at Pohe Island to play out. Northern Advocate photographer Michael Cunningham was there to catch the all the action.

Results:

Under 11 Grade: 1st - Mangakahia, 2nd - Hora Hora
U13 Grade: 1st - Ponsonby Kelston, 2nd - City
U14 Boys: 1st - Mid Hawks, 2nd - City
U14 Girls: 1st - Marist (by default), 2nd - City
U16 Boys: 1st - City, 2nd - Kerikeri
U16 Girls: 1st - Whangārei Girls High, 2nd - Te Rarawa

Tikipunga try scorer Mana Mackie crosses the line in a losing effort against Kerikeri in the under-16 division. Photo / Michael Cunningham

Kerikeri's Austin Heap turns on the gas against Waipu on Saturday. Photo / Michael Cunningham

Tikipunga sevens coach Jackson Katene organises his troops. Photo / Michael Cunningham