đŸ„Ž Ramon Tamati Memorial Tournament 2026

Fast Game. Strong Whānau. Lasting Legacy.

The Ramon Tamati Memorial Tournament (RTMT) heading to Ruakaka Recreation Grounds for its fourth season — a day that brought together our softball whānau from across Northland and beyond. Hosted proudly by Onerahi Softball Club, the event honoured our founder Ramon Tamati, celebrating his vision of unity, respect, and tradition through the game we love.

đŸ’Ș One Game. One Community. One Purpose.

This year’s tournament featured:

  • 8 Senior Men’s teams

  • 10 Senior Women’s teams

  • 6 Junior U13 teams All competing in the Fastball45 format across six diamonds, with hooter starts, quick turnarounds, and nonstop action from morning till dusk.

🌾 Legacy and Whānau

The NZ U18 Women’s White Sox Development Squad joined us for scrimmages and clinics, inspiring our tamariki and promoting softball in Northland. Special recognition went to our Legacy Award winners:

  • Okea Ururoatia – Most Improved Women’s Team (ECB Pumas)

  • Te Tupu Rangatira – Most Improved Men’s Team

  • Bryce Swainson Round Robin Trophy – Natives vs ECB Rangers

❀ We Play for Those We Carry

Every name, every story, always with us — the RTMT continues to honour those who built our path. Through Respect, Togetherness, Mana, and Tradition, we keep their memory alive on the diamond.

📍 Venue Layout

Six diamonds were marked across Ruakaka Recreation Grounds, with dedicated spaces for juniors and the White Sox squad. The setup reflected the growth of our tournament and the strength of our community.