CLUB OFFICIALS THANKS

Many thanks to the following club members for their outstanding contribution to the club in 2025

  • Secretary – Grant George
  • Treasurer – Jo Burgess
  • Bar Manager – Lisa Pelesa

MAJOR SPONSORS

  • GJC – Grant Jenkins
  • XCMSport – Jo Burgess
  • SPEIGHTS – Jason Browning

MAJOR CLUB AWARDS 2023

Tainui Pompey Kani Memorial Trophy

  • Harlequins Club Best Tackler

Nominations are: Sione Havili, Paula Fifita, Maloni Uhi, Anuanu Ohai, Matthew Gaffney, Ofa Fakaosi, Bob Taumaloto, Piper Soana Thomson, Elena Tufunaina

  • Winner is: Matthew Gaffney

Terry Laplanche Memorial Trophy

  • Harlequins U/21 Player of the Year

Nominations are: Anuanu Ohai, Flynn Smith, Viliame Ongoongo, Paea Tupou, Mya George

  • Winner is:  Flynn Smith

Outstanding Overall Contribution to the Harlequins Sports Club as a player of both Premier and Premier Reserve team, coach of the JAB Year 4 Panthers team while also stepping in to assist along side Smithy with the Premier Womens team. Was a leader in the presentation of the Premier Jerseys to the team prior to the PREMIER FINAL, showed leadership on and off the field. Loyal to the club and 100% Harlies

JMAC Joinery Trophy

  • Outstanding Club Netball Player of the Year

Nominations are: Ashlea Small, Lucy Mehrtens, Jess Wooffindin

  • Winner is:  Jess Wooffindin

After taking a few years off the court to support the A team from the sidelines alongside Julie, Jess made an inspiring return to the game this season. Stepping back into her familiar shooting role, Jess led the attack with confidence and consistency, achieving shooting stats in the 80s and keeping the team competitive in every match. A natural leader both on and off the court, Jess is always the first to lend a hand. She not only contributes as a player but also gives her time as an umpire for Netball South Canterbury and the Harlequins club.

Jess’s energy is infectious — she’s the life of the party and a dedicated presence at every team event.

We’re sending all our best wishes for a strong and smooth recovery following her recent knee injury — a tough blow after such a stellar season, but if anyone can bounce back, it’s Jess!

Loyal to the club and 100% Harlies

South East Resources Ltd Trophy

  • Best All Round Contribution to Harlequins Netball

Nominations are: Jayne Hooke, Jess Woffindin, Julie Pateman, Lucy Mehrtens

  • Winner is:  Julie Pateman

In recoqnition of Julie’s unwavering dedication, leadership, and countless contributions to Harlequins over the past several years. Julie has been the A's coach for the past five years, consistently bringing knowledge, commitment, and passion to the court. She has also generously supported the B and C teams, sharing her expertise and fostering growth across the club, a vital member of the netball committee. Her leadership, team spirit, and willingness to help wherever needed have made her an invaluable part of the Harlequins community.

Bruce Giles Memorial Trophy 

  • Outstanding Club Rugby Player of the Year

Nominations are: Sala Laulu, Ratu Nausa, Salesitangi Savelio

  • Winners is:  Slesitangi Savilio

Tangi joined the club last year and with his exceptional knowledge and skill added by his team brought a long waited back to back Hammersley Cup championship to the club. The club is fortunate to have a player of his capabilities to lead by example while maintaining a desire to not only be the best but to also encourage and lead his fellow team mates on and off the field.

Neil Wakefield Memorial Trophy

  • Outstanding Contribution to the Club by a Rugby Player

Nominations are: Flynn Smith, Sala Laulu, Jesse MacDonald, Simata Anitelea, Roslyn Iongi

  • Winner is:  Sala Stoneley

Where do the acolades stop….. from Premier Reserve Manager and team medic to Premier Womens leading try scorer. Her passion for the club and the game goes beyond what is expected of any player, no more so then been personally acknowledged by the opposition for her willingness to assist any player of either team Her commitment is boundless and 100% Harlies

Dave Laurenson Trophy

  • Harlequins Administrator of the Year ​​​​​​​Outstanding Organizational Contribution to the Club

Nominations are: Lucy Mehrtens, Shane Clark, Brett Jenkins, Sean Flannery, Chloe Wilson, Erica Peeti

  • Winner is:  Sean Flannery

What can you say about Mr.Flannery, his commitment to the club is endless from former player, president, coach of the womens team and multiple JAB teams, current committee member and club captain, JAB President,

Loyal to the club and 100% Harlies

Morrie Goddard & Tom Morrison Trophy 

  • Harlequins Sportsperson of the Year ​​​​​​​Outstanding Overall Contribution to the Club

Nominations are: Salesitangi Savelio, Sala, Laulu, Josateki Veikune, Flynn Smith, Ratu Nausa, Jesse MacDonald

  • Winner is:  Josateki Veikune

Teki has taken the senior team to back-to-back finals. He gives 100% to the Harlequin Club! He organizes training on Tuesdays and Thursdays, holds team meetings on Fridays and finds time to coach the South Canterbury team on Wednesdays. He is held in great respect in the club and has created a great culture in the club, a culture of caring, pride and respect. He has worked extremely hard to improve his coaching skills and to pass on the knowledge to others in the club. He has developed an exciting game plan that showcases the talent his players have.  

2025 SC CLUB CHAMPIONS​​​​​​​

HAMMERSLEY CUP CHAMPIONS 2025

  • Harlequins PREMIER Team

2025 SC RUGBY REPRESENTATIVES 

SC HEARTLAND TEAM

  • Malakai Uasi, Maloni Uhi, Siu Kakala Salesitangi Savelio, Lisiate Folau, Paula Fifita, Peni Kadralevu, Samiuela Ahokovi, Sioeli Filimooehala, Anuanu Ohai
  • Josateki Veikune (Asst-Coach)

SC WOMEN'S HEARTLAND TEAM

  • Sala Laulu, Taimamao Stoneley, Jade Grant

SC RUGBY A TEAM

  • Anuanu Ohai, Penisimani Fakatoka, Sosaia Savelio

2024 NZ HEARTLAND SQUAD 

  • Paula Fifita
  • Siu Kakala

​​​​​​​RUGBY AWARDS

PREMIER WOMEN'S TEAM

  • Most Improved Forward: Lindsay Pusiaki
  • Most Improved Back: Jodi Blackler
  • Outstanding Player: Sala Laulu
  • Best Team Contribution: Roslyn Iongi

Sandy Thai Spa Women's Team Players / Player Award

  • Sala Laulu

SPEIGHT’S 3, 2, 1 Player of the Year

  • Charliee Tohiariki

PREMIER RESERVE TEAM

  • Most Improved Forward: Oscar Alesana
  • Most Improved Back: Ofa Fakaosi
  • Outstanding Player: Ratu Nausa
  • Best Team Contribution: Simata Anitelea

Spongy McCarthy Premier Reserve Team Players/Player Award

  • Matthw Gaffney

SPEIGHT’S Premier Reserve 3, 2, 1 Player of the year

  • Matthew Gaffney

PREMIER TEAM

  • Most Improved Forward: Anuanu Ohai
  • Most Improved Back: Flynn Smith
  • Outstanding Player: Salesitangi Savelio
  • Best Team Contribution: Jesse MacDonald

XCM Premier Team Players/Player Award

  • Salesitangi Savelio

SPEIGHT’S Premier 3, 2, 1 Player of the year

  • Salesitangi Savelio

150 PREMIER GAMES

  • Telusa Latu

100 PREMIER GAMES

  • Leone Nawalu    Ken Hellier

50 PREMIER GAMES

  • Lisiate Folau

​​​​​​​HARLEQUINS CLUB RECOGNITION AWARDS

  • Roslyn Iongi

Roz made her rugby debut in 2004, had a few years off, but is still an integral part of the women’s team! Roz gives 100% every week on and off the field, knows her limits, and is a great leader within the team. Always looking after the younger players and ensuring they have a good time. 100% dedicated and 100% Harlequins proud!

  • Janyne Hooke

Janyne dedicates an incredible amount of time and energy to our A netball team as team manager. Janyne is always there supporting at practices and games not only with the A team, but back up at the courts on Saturdays helping and supporting the B and C teams too.

Janyne is an active member of the netball committee, constantly working behind the scenes, attending South Canterbury Netball meetings, and organising the annual Ball (including supper!), On top of all that, Janyne regularly helps prepare suppers and food for the rugby teams as well. 100% dedicated and 100% Harlequins proud!

  • Jesse MacDonald

Jesse is the ultimate club man, gives 100% on and off the field to both the Premier and Premier Reserve teams. Jesse never complains, will play for whichever team needs him, then plays hard for often two games on the same day! Attends every club function and is 1st to pay his sub. Jesse is 100% dedicated and 100% Harlequins proud!

  • Howie & Erica Peeti

The Harlequins power couple!

Unwavering support of both rugby and netball across all grades, any day/night of the week, quick to volunteer their services to all aspects of the club, Championship winning President, Judicial expert, SC delegates for both men’s and women’s rugby and ultimately bleed blue, black, yellow and red!

100% dedicated and 100% Harlequins proud!

2025 NETBALL SC CHAMPIONS​​​​​​​

SC SENIOR B CHAMPIONS

  • Harlequins C Team

NETBALL TEAM AWARDS

HARLEQUINS C TEAM

  • Most Consistent Player: Cristy Campbell
  • Outstanding Player: Ashlea Small & Lucy Mehrtens
  • Best Team Contribution: Lucy Mehrtens

C Team Players / Player

  • Ruby Hull & Jenna McMillan

HARLEQUINS B TEAM

  • Most Consistent Player: Tracey Howes
  • Outstanding Player: Rhianna Fprest
  • Best Team Contribution: Emma O'Connell

B Team Players / Player

  • Trish Roberts

HARLEQUINS A TEAM

  • Most Consistent Player: Rhiana Nimo
  • Outstanding Player: Jess Wooffindin
  • Best Team Contribution: Jess Wooffindin

A Team Players / Player

  • Jess Forrest

​​​​​​​NETBALL SC UMPIRES

Harlequins are fortunate to have had 4 umpires umpiring on Wednesday nights,

  • Ruby Hull
  • Lucy Mehrtens
  • Jessica Wooffindin
  • Emma O’Connell.

Two of our umpires were also selected to umpire in the finals on Wednesday night. This is a fantastic achievement and well-deserved recognition of their hard work throughout the season.

Ruby Hull – Premier Plate 1 Final, and reserve umpire for Premier final

Lucy Mehrtens – Premier Plate 2 Final, and reserve umpire for Premier 1 final.