The Chronicle caught up with local rugby player Noah Thompson.
Who do you play for ?
Raglan Junior Rugby Club – 12th grade
How long have you been playing for?
Since I was five years old, a long time.
How did you first become interested in rugby?
From family and friends. And my love for the All Blacks and Chiefs. Mitch Callaghan took me to my first All Blacks game and I met Sonny Bill Williams. It was a chur moment.
Who are your coaches?
Paul Furniss has been my coach since day one of my rugby career, my best mate Cassidy’s dad. This year we have joined the old 12th grade team, with coaches Dean and Clinton.
What do you like about their coaching style?
This year I have to be really fit and our defence has to be very strong.
How is the season going so far for the team?
We were strong at the start and got traded into the A grade playing the best teams. It’s tough, but lots of fun, heaps of big hits.
What do you love most about the game ?
I love the smash em bro moments and doing the big tackles. Us forwards have to do the hard work, so the backs can take the glory.
