A rugby union fullback, Gilbert represented Buller and West Coast at a provincial level, and was a member of the New Zealand national side, the All Blacks, from 1935 to 1936. He played 27 matches for the All Blacks including four internationals. [1] He made his début for Buller as a 19-year-old in 1930.

3 days ago · The Highlanders are set to kick off their pre-season with a match against Moana Pasifika at North Harbour Stadium’s outer oval this Friday, January 31st, at 1:00 pm. Head Coach Jamie Joseph has selected a 32-man squad for this encounter, aiming to provide ample game time across three 30-minute halves. Starting XV: Reserves: Coach Joseph

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Gilbert Rugby is a British sports equipment manufacturing brand, specialising in rugby union and netball. The company is mostly known for its rugby union balls, having been official supplier for every World Cup since 1995.

5 days ago · Super Rugby Pacific pre-season for the New Zealand franchises got underway yesterday afternoon at North Harbour Stadium between Moana Pasifika and the Highlanders.

Nov 12, 2024 · Experienced returning players such as Folau Fakatava, Jona Nareki, Sam Gilbert, Ethan de Groot and Hugh Renton – all who are all returning for the fifth or more season and special mention to Daniel Lienert-Brown who will be playing in his 10 th season for the Club.

Jan 15, 2025 · Ex-Wallabies skipper Michael Hooper is coming out of retirement to play for Japan's Toyota Verblitz after receiving a call from former All Blacks coach Steve Hansen, he said on Wednesday.

Jan 29, 2025 · 12. Jake Te Hiwi 13. Tanielu Tele’a 14. Michael Manson 15. Sam Gilbert Replacements: Henry Bell, Jack Taylor, Rohan Wingham, Daniel Lienert-Brown, Jack Sexton, Josh Tengblad, Fabian Holland, Michael Loft, Sean Withy, Veveni Lasaqa, Folau Fakatava, Adam Lennox, Ajay Faleafaga, Jona Nareki, Timoci Tavatavanawai (CC) Josh Whaanga, Finn Hurley.

Explore the complete profile of Mike Gilbert, featuring career stats, a player bio, and a full list of all matches played. Discover key achievements, total points, tries, and more from this legendary player!

Former Kiwis coach Michael Maguire will be taking a little piece of New Zealand with him into this year’s State of Origin. Maguire has hired former All Blacks mental skills guru Gilbert Enoka to...