ABOUT THAMES VALLEY TOUCH

Thames Valley Touch Association Inc (TVT) is committed to growing and strengthening touch across the Thames Valley region. Through strong community connections, quality development opportunities and clear performance pathways, TVT aims to create an environment where people can enjoy touch, reach their potential and represent their region with pride. Our approach is built on player development, community growth and performance pathways, with a strong focus on creating opportunities for people of all ages and abilities.

"Whakamana i te tangata kia hihiko ai te hapori"

​​​​​​​"Empower the person to inspire our community".

OUR PURPOSE

To grow and strengthen touch across the Thames Valley Province by creating opportunities for participation, development and performance.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

OUR VALUES

​​​​​​​MANAAKITANGA

Respect, Care & Hospitality

Show respect and kindness to teammates, opponents, coaches, referees and supporters. Encourage others, celebrate everyone's contributions, and create a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and included.

WHANAUNGATANGA

Relationships & Belonging

​​​​​​​Build strong connections through teamwork, trust and communication. Support one another on and off the field, recognising that success comes from working together as a team and treating each other like whānau (family).

KAITIAKITANGA

Guardianship & Responsibility

​​​​​​​Take responsibility for looking after the team, equipment, playing environment and the game itself. Play fairly, care for the fields and facilities, and help leave the sport in a better place for future players.

WHAKAMANAWA 

Inspiring Confidence & Courage

​​​​​​​Encourage yourself and others to be brave, back your abilities and keep improving. In touch rugby, this means having the confidence to communicate, take opportunities, learn from mistakes and give your best effort every time you step onto the field.

OUR STRATEGIC DIRECTION ​​​​​​​

PLAYER DEVELOPMENT 

Developing players through regional programmes, school and kura engagement, coaching opportunities and clear development pathways.

COMMUNITY GROWTH

Strengthening participation, supporting modules and clubs, building partnerships and creating opportunities for our wider touch community.

PERFORMANCE PATHWAYS

Identifying and supporting talent, developing high-performance opportunities and creating pathways towards regional and national representation.