Two Kaitāia College old boys are part of the NZ Defence Force Blacks playing in the World Military Rugby Championship in France.
Cole Carey, representing the NZ Navy, and Cameron Hansford, representing the NZ Air Force, have been selected to represent the NZ Defence Force Blacks at the championship, which is being held in France from August 16 to September 11. Twelve military teams from around the world are taking part.
Both players worked hard and were selected for a camp held in Palmerston North to shortlist the successful players. The intense week included games against Whanganui and Manawatū as part of the selection process.
The pair were selected and notified in a live video by the NZ Armed Forces.
Both men attended Kaitāia College and were part of the first 15 at the school. They are also past students of Pompallier Catholic School.