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Inside the Rovers: For keeps
New glovesman opens up on pressure and a special footballing friendship. Video / Neil Reid
'Nice little rush': Napier City Rovers' UK goalie on the thrill of a save
English goalkeeper Harry Townsend is making himself feel at home in Napier.
Watch: Triumphs, tears and tenacity – a year inside leading Kiwi football team
Watch: The Herald spent a year in camp with a top NZ football club – catch all the drama.
From charity to defeating champions: Napier City Rovers beat title holders 3-2
First they delivered presents at Ronald McDonald House - then they delivered on the pitch.
Inside the Rovers: From the Heart
Napier City Rovers’ Fergus Neil and Adam Hewson made a special visit to Ronald McDonald House on Saturday, then hours later their team delivered big time on the pitch.
Inside the Rovers: Down But Not Out
Late goal a heartbreaker, but Napier City Rovers ready to rise again in National League round-robin finale.
How Napier City Rovers can make the National League final
National League final hope not lost despite gutting Napier City Rovers defeat.
Bill Robertson: Pack the park – a Napier City Rovers rallying cry
OPINION: Napier City Rovers' coach has a stirring message ahead of Sunday's epic showdown.
Table-topping Napier City Rovers fizzing for National League run home
Napier City Rovers' hopes of making the National League final are in their own hands.
Inside the Rovers: Don’t Stop Believing
Napier City Rovers responded to coach Bill Robertson’s halftime challenge to secure a crucial National League win. Video / Neil Reid
Napier City Rovers' sights on National League glory
With three rounds to go, team remain in the hunt for grand final spot.
Brothers in arms: The footballing siblings who live, play and also got red-carded together
Blues Brothers: Ethan Richards on his on- and off-pitch relationship with brother Kieran.
Inside the Rovers: Blues Brothers
Brothers Ethan and Kieran Richards share a lot on and off the football pitch. Video / Neil Reid
Inside the Rovers: To the Max
Napier City Rovers forward Max Chretien has made a big impact in his return to the New Zealand football scene. Video / Neil Reid
Rovers united: Bonding on and off the field
'Super-tight' team spirit includes eight footballers living in the same complex.
Controversial call and finishing cost Napier City Rovers top spot
Watch: Match officials called 'really poor' - penalty not given after striker cut down.
Inside the Rovers: Video Nasty
Despite remaining unbeaten and second in the National League, Napier City Rovers weren’t in a mood to celebrate on Sunday. Video / Neil Reid
The values driving Napier City Rovers up the National League ladder
Talent isn’t always enough to succeed in high-pressure situations.
Inside the Rovers: Fronting Up
Teenaged defender Jack Albertini talks about the special bond within Napier City Rovers and his rapid rise. Video / Neil Reid
Inside the Rovers: Statement of Intent
Napier City Rovers unleashed scoreboard pain on former goalkeeper in National League opener. Video / Neil Reid
Napier City Rovers aim high after rampant first-up National League win
Stunning start backs up Napier City Rovers' hopes of doing well in the National League.
How Covid-19 derailed NZ football golden boot contender’s pro trial in Denmark
Footballer Oscar Faulds travelled around the world to trial for a pro deal. Now he's back.
Inside the Rovers: Sharp-shooter's Return
Napier City Rovers’ goal-scoring sensation Oscar Faulds Video / Neil Reid
Pride of the Bay: What National League spot means to homegrown Napier City Rovers powerhouse
Ahead of football's National League, one of Napier City Rovers' finest in 2024 opens up.
Inside the Rovers: The Ice Man
By day, Cameron Emerson packs ice and delivers it by truck around Hawke’s Bay. On the weekends, he’s cool under pressure for Napier City Rovers. Video / Neil Reid
Inside the Rovers: Better than before
Napier City Rovers captain Jim Hoyle on the upcoming National League campaign and a special family milestone. Video / Neil Reid
Napier City Rovers set lofty goals ahead of National League
Captain Jim Hoyle opens up on Napier City Rovers' National League qualification and hopes.