2024 New Zealand Secondary School Floorball Cup concludes with exciting matches
He pānui pāpāho | News release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, 26 March 2024
Thank you to our participating schools and their supporters.
Photo credit: Kirsty Prentice Photography
The highly anticipated 2024 New Zealand Secondary School Floorball Cup came to a thrilling close on Sunday with exciting matches that demonstrated fair play, talents, sportsmanship, and camaraderie.
With nine schools competing in the Senior Boys’ Division, four schools in the Senior Girls’ Division, and five schools in the Junior Boys’ Division, the tournament showcased the best of floorball within the New Zealand floorball community.
Hutt International Boys’ School took the Junior Boys’ Cup
Photo credit: Kirsty Prentice Photography
The finals kicked off with the Junior Boys’ Division as Hutt International Boys’ School faced Rongotai College. The match was exciting to watch and the determination and teamwork of both schools shone through. In the end Hutt International Boy’ School took the Junior Boys’ Cup with their tactical play, exceptional teamwork, and unwavering perseverance, ultimately securing a well-deserved 3-1 victory.
Wellington East Girls’ College took the Senior Girls’ Cup
Photo credit: Kirsty Prentice Photography
The finals for the Senior Girls’ Division were a longstanding friendly rivalry between Wellington Girls’ College and Wellington East Girls’ College. Despite numerous attempts at goals, Wellington Girls’ College was unable to break through. Wellington East Girls’ secured their 4-0 win for the Senior Girls’ Cup with their superior teamwork.
Rongotai College took the Senior Boys’ Cup
Photo credit: Kirsty Prentice Photography
The final showdown between St Patrick’s College, Silverstream and Rongotai College in the Senior Boys’ Division kept spectators on the edge of their seats and set the standard of fair play for our young floorballers in New Zealand. With unmatched speed and quality of play, both teams demonstrated a high level of teamwork and skills, making for an unforgettable match. Ultimately, Rongotai College, with its experienced players and hunger to win, took the Senior Boys’ Cup with a hard-fought 4-3 win.
We are delighted to announce that the following top three schools have emerged victorious in each of the divisions.
Senior Boys’ Division
First place: Rongotai College
Second place: St Patrick’s College, Silverstream
Third place: Wellington High School
Senior Girls’ Division
First place: Wellington East Girls’ College
Second place: Wellington Girls’ College
Third place: Wellington High School
Junior Boys’ Division
First place: Hutt International Boys’ School
Second place: Rongotai College
Third place: Wellington High School
We would like to thank all the participants, schools and supporters who made this year’s Cup an exceptionally great one to watch. We would also like to express our gratitude and thanks to our organising team and our team of referees who volunteered their time tirelessly to make this a truly memorable floorball event in New Zealand.
We encourage all schools and aspiring athletes to start preparing for the 2025 New Zealand Secondary School Floorball Cup. Whether you're a seasoned competitor or new to the game, the Floorball Cup promises an opportunity for growth, development, and unforgettable experiences. Join us next year as we once again come together to celebrate the spirit of floorball and showcase the talents of young athletes from across New Zealand.
The 2024 New Zealand Secondary School Floorball Cup was held at Ākau Tangi Sports Centre in Wellington on 23 and 24 March 2024.
