OUR DNA

B12 is a club that was initially established to provide an environment where females were empowered to engage in physical activity. After 2 years focusing mainly on females getting involved in sport we widened our vision and decided to focus on WHANAU getting involved in sport. Mama, Papa and their Tamariki playing alongside, or inspiring each other. 

Kylie Joe and Guy Barton both share a huge amount of knowledge and passion for Touch and decided to use Touch as the vehicle to healthy, happy and confident whanau.

The name B12 simply came from a vitamin that is vital in creating DNA. The idea being that we wanted to create positive strands of DNA within our club members. DNA representing values, morals, standards, resilience, humility, integrity, honesty, determination and commitment. Qualities we believe will help to develop great human beings! 

Our main focus the first few seasons was on fun and participation. But we have also recognized that there is a lack of opportunity for central players to play competitive touch. We would like our players to set high goals for themselves and be the best that they can be.

A few of our players have gone on to represent NZ in Trans-Tasman tournaments and even winning the World Cup. We want these high achievements to be something others can aspire to achieve and make it as achievable as possible for them to obtain.