The Blue Wall - Episode 5
Willie settles into his role as team captain and finds a good use for Sefo’s leadership qualities. Video / Anthony Costello
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The Blue Wall - Episode 1
Meet the boys of the Tangaroa College First XV and the coach that turned the team from a struggling side to 1A contenders. Video / Anthony Costello
The Blue Wall - Episode 4
Coach Saua has his work cut out for him choosing a team captain. In the running are the quick-talking, charismatic Sefo and the smart, sensible Willie. Video / Anthony Costello
The Blue Wall: The reality of life and rugby at Auckland’s Tangaroa College
Watch: The pressures and joys of running a team in Auckland first XV schoolboy rugby.
The Blue Wall - Episode 6
Hame struggles to strike a balance between his rugby ambitions and his family’s religious expectations. The team faces their first big challenge in a match versus Aorere College. Video / Anthony Costello
The Blue Wall - Episode 7
Nga is “a rugby scientist” on the field but he struggles in class. Coach Saua teams up with an innovative teacher to help Nga get the most out of his education. Video / Anthony Costello
The Blue Wall - Episode 3
Coach Saua Leaupepetele tries to get the most out of an ambitious young player whose biggest fight is with his own fitness. Video / Anthony Costello
The Blue Wall - Episode 2
Star player Benaiah strives to keep his family happy as Tangaroa play a pre-season match against Alfriston College. Video / Anthony Costello
The Blue Wall - Episode 8
Benaiah has an amazing opportunity and a big decision to make. The Tangaroa College First XV fight to make their mark in their final game of the season. Video / Anthony Costello
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The Blue Wall trailer
Meet the boys of the Tangaroa College First XV and the coach that turned the team from a struggling side to 1A contenders. Video / Anthony Costello
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