2026 MAJOR SPONSORS

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

2026 MAJOR CLUB AWARDS

Tainui Pompey Kani Memorial Trophy

• Harlequins Club Best Tackler

Nominations are: Malakai Uasi, Apisalome Sikaidoka, Piper Thomson, Matt Gaffney, Jason Papalii, Leone Nawalu, Savannah Stevens, Oscar Alesana

• Winner is: SAVANNAH STEVENS

Terry Laplanche Memorial Trophy

• Harlequins U/21 Player of the Year

Nominations are: Konai Holeva Fukofuka, Paea Ilangan, Tu’ihalafatai Latu, Savannah Stevens

• Winner is:  TU'IHALAFATAI LATU

JMAC Joinery Trophy

• Outstanding Club Netball Player of the Year

Nominations are: Jenna McMillan, Lily Richardt, Cristy Flannery

• Winner is:  LILY RICHARDT

South East Resources Ltd Trophy

• Best All Round Contribution to Harlequins Netball

Nominations are: Lucy Mehrtens, Jess Forrest, Tracey Howes

• Winner is:  LUCY MEHRTENS

Bruce Giles Memorial Trophy 

• Outstanding Club Rugby Player of the Year

Nominations are: Paige Ayers, Siu Kakala, Malakai Uasi, Manoa Buiniqio

• Winners is:  MALAKAI UASI

Neil Wakefield Memorial Trophy

• Outstanding Contribution to the Club by a Rugby Player

Nominations are: Chloe Wilson, Naseri Fuao, Ratu Nausa, Flynnn Smith, Siu Kakala, Leone Nawalu, Patelesio Oneone

• Winner is:  LEONE NAWALU

Dave Laurenson Trophy

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

Nominations are: Georgia Fifita, Braden Clarke, Howard Peeti, Lucy Mehrtens, Grant George

• Winner is:  BRADEN CLARKE

Morrie Goddard & Tom Morrison Trophy 

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

Nominations are: Jesse MacDonald, Lucy Mehrtens, Malakai Uasi, Siu Kakala, Brett Jenkins

• Winner is:  MALAKAI UASI

SC CLUB CHAMPIONS

HAMMERSLEY CUP CHAMPIONS 2026

• Harlequins PREMIER Team

SC NETBALL SENIOR 2 COMPETITION

• Harlequins C Team

2026 SC RUGBY REPRESENTATIVES 

SC HEARTLAND TEAM

• Siu Kakala, Anuanu Ohai, Malakai Uasi, Sione Pangai, Lisiate Folau, Lote Fakatou, Patelesio Oneone, Sioeli Filimoehala

SC WOMEN'S HEARTLAND TEAM

• Sala Laulu, Paige Ayers, Charlotte Wilks

SC RUGBY A TEAM

• Flynn Smith, Maloni Uhi, Sine Havili, Sione Tauelangi (Coach)

RUGBY TEAM AWARDS

PREMIER WOMEN'S TEAM

• Most Improved Forward – ANA FUKOFUKA
• Most Improved Back – SAVANNAH STEVENS
• Outstanding Player – PAIGE AYERS
• Best Team Contribution – CHLOE WILSON
• Sandy Thai Spa Players / Player -            PAIGE AYERS
• SPEIGHT’S 3, 2, 1 Player of the Year -  CHEYANNE WICKENDEN

PREMIER RESERVE TEAM

• Most Improved Forward – TONIGA TOFA
• Most Improved Back – RATU NAUSA
• Outstanding Player – MANOA BUINIQIO
• Best Team Contribution  -  NASERI FUAO
• Spongy McCarthy Players/Player -           MATT GAFFNEY
• SPEIGHT’S 3, 2, 1 Player of the Year -      RHYS MOBBERLEY

PREMIER TEAM

• Most Improved Forward – TOETU TAEOALII
• Most Improved Back – JASON PAPALII
• Outstanding Player – MALAKAI UASI
• Best Team Contribution – SIU KAKALA
• XCMSPORT Players / Player -             MALAKAI UASI
• SPEIGHT’S 3, 2, 1 Player of the Year -   SIONE PANGAI

100 PREMIER GAMES

• PAULA FIFITA

50 PREMIER GAMES

• MALONI UHI, FLYNN SMITH

HARLEQUINS CLUB RECOGNITION AWARDS

• EMMA O’CONNELL

Emma, despite an ACL injury keeping you off the court, you turned your energy to coaching, helping guide the B Team to an impressive 3rd place finish. Beyond coaching, your tireless work with fundraising, the Club Ball, social media and committee responsibilities makes you an invaluable part of our club. Your dedication, positivity and willingness to always step up truly embody the heart and soul of Harlequins. 

• RATU NAUSA 

Ratu has contributed across multiple levels, playing and coaching the Senior Reserves, coaching a JAB team, and taking on the Under 14 Team of Origin. Your dedication, leadership and willingness to give your time to develop players of all ages are greatly valued and appreciated. Thank you for your commitment to our teams, our players and the wider Club community.

• COLIN CAMERON 

Colin is always willing to lend a hand, and has been a valued Committee Member, Match Day Manager and Technical Coaching Advisor. His knowledge, reliability and willingness to step up wherever needed have made a significant difference to the smooth running and success of the Club. Thank you for your continued dedication, support and for always being happy to help.

• GEORGIA FIFITA 

Georgia has gone above and beyond, almost single-handedly managing registrations, teams, gear, activities and countless behind-the-scenes details for the JAB section. Always our go-to person and do-it-all lady, her intelligence, understanding and dedication have been invaluable. You have also supported her son’s team and helped Paula reach his 100-game milestone. A true jewel to any committee or organization.

NETBALL TEAM AWARDS

C TEAM

• Most Consistent Player – ELYSE ROBERTS
• Outstanding Player – JENNA McMILLAN
• Best Team Contribution – LUCY MEHRTENS
• Players / Player - EMMA BROWNING

B TEAM

• Most Consistent Player – MADDY SMITH
• Outstanding Player – CRISTY FLANNERY
• Best Team Contribution – TRACEY HOWES
• Players/Player Award - CRISTY FLANNERY

A TEAM

• Most Consistent Player – SOPHIE NORTON
• Outstanding Player – LILY RICHARDT
• Best Team Contribution – JESS FORREST
• Players/Player Award - ASHA WINTER

SC NETBALL ACCOLADES 2026

A TEAM 2nd in the Premier Women Plate 2

B TEAM 3rd in Senior Women Section 1

C TEAM CHAMPIONS Senior Women Section 2 

• JULIE PATEMAN

At the start of the season Julie was awarded a Netball South Canterbury service award for her years of support to netball across our region…. and then topping this off by receiving the

Moloney Cup for commitment to coaching

• LUCY MEHRTENS

With all the hard work and dedication to the sport she love’s, Lucy had the honor of being appointed the PREMIER PLATE 1 FINAL umpire….. and received the

Elizabeth Robinson Trophy for Junior Ambassador

Congratulations.

HARLEQUINS CLUB RECOGNITION AWARDS (continued)

• SIU KAKALA 

Siu has made an outstanding contribution to the Club and showed exceptional leadership throughout the season. Siu’s ability on the field, commitment to the team and leadership both on and off the field have been invaluable. Through coaching and training, Siu has also helped develop the skills and confidence of our younger players. Your dedication, talent and commitment have played a huge part in securing the Club’s last three titles. You’re a true leader and champion.

• LISA PELESA 

In recognition of 10 years of outstanding service to the Club. Lisa has dedicated countless hours as our Bar manager, Kitchen workhorse and cleaner, always ensuring everything runs efficiently and smoothly. Your caring nature, commitment and willingness to go above and beyond have been invaluable to the Club. Your dedication and hard work over the past decade are truly appreciated, and we thank you for the enormous contribution you have made to our Club.

• BEN SMITH 

In recognition of your outstanding contribution to the Club over the years. As Women’s Coach, Ben has shown exceptional commitment and leadership, while always being willing to step in and assist with coaching across the Club. His knowledge and experience as Premier team technical advisor have been invaluable in developing players and coaches. Thank you, Ben, for your dedication, support and willingness to share your expertise with our players across the club.

• ERICA PEETI 

GOTCHA AWARD

Erica was acknowledged by the sporting fraternity of South Canterbury with the 2026 GOTCHA AWARD. This award was represented by multiple sporting codes in recognition of one person’s dedication to South Canterbury sports. Her involvement spanned across both rugby and netball, where she consistently gives her time and energy to support players, volunteers and the wider club community.

ALL 100% dedicated and 100% Harlequins proud!

Congratulations!!