HIGHLIGHTS | New Zealand Schools v Australia Under 18 | Game 1, 2023

Get a glimpse at the next generation of ANZAC rugby talent with the opening match between the New Zealand Schools and Australia Under 18.
CREDIT: ‪@skysportnz‬
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[@Andy_M986]

That was accidental ,not intentional, Red card was a bad call,you could see he was also looking up,and only just realised what was going to happen.

[@NZ4Life-cy8hv]

Too many islanders in NZ and Australian rugby thats why both countries are going downhill they need to get back to their roots

[@tuckervio3189]

As a Kiwi i think the Aussies actually played pretty good. Kept us at 3 a piece at halftime. Unfortunately because of being 1 man down (Red card) the Aussies had to overextend. Taking it's toll in the second half which let a few points in. Could of quite easily been a very closely contested game if the odds were even. Just my opinion.

[@christophernorman4353]

When ever I see NZ Secondary Schools rugby it reminds me of one legend Wesley's Jonah Lomu

[@Marius_vanderLubbe]

That nz 7 looks good for the future. Too many replays.

[@roberttawhai2835]

That dangerous tackle was the worst ive seen what was he thinking

[@gustaaf1892]

Rugby is in the toilet in Australia and that won't change anytime soon. It is mostly restricted to private schools in two states, so we shouldn't be surprised. Possibly the 4th of the football codes in Australia and many miles behind AFL and League.

[@hohepateika1]

No 7 for NZ, eye catching performance.

[@pokaquentinvagi2443]

Aussies playing just like their seniors in France?

[@gerrycollins2335]

Pity about the early red card. NZ would have won anyway, but it made their advantage overwhelming.

[@davidanderson4091]

Right here is where Australia's rugby woes begin. The AFL, the NRL and Football Australia all understand that investment in the grassroots level of the game is vital to the future of their games in identifying, nurturing and raising their next generation of top level players. It is also a key factor in getting engagement from local communities. Rugby Australia has neglected this end of the game for far too long, preferring to pour their money into the top end - trying buy success by using quick-fixes such as importing players and code swapping league has-beens. There are no quick fixes. RA needs to invest heavily in this level of the game, even if it means sacrificing success for a while at the elite end.

[@ashgamble1168]

How good does that paddock look well done groundskeeper

[@Odinson1604]

Well done fellas. Defending while being a man done for the majority of the game took its toll on our Aussie brothers. 🖤🖤🖤

[@glynnwilliams2547]

WoW - that’s a super NZ rugby team ! Skills you really can’t train for ✨👍🏻✨

[@craigwills1615]

Like the Aussie commentators. Very complimentary!

[@Andy_M986]

Had they listened to Robbie Deans idea of kick starting the junior grades from age 5 at the time, there would be some talent coming through by now.

[@kevinpita6979]

Wow some speed in both sides there good to see

[@bgreen240]

I agree, however I think they do have some great players coming through they just need time.

[@alastairdow4400]

Great trys scored by both of the big NZ locks good work boys.

[@frello_0320]

NZ's Number 7 🔛🔝