Whitney Hansen prepares for final Black Ferns test of successful season

Friday 30 October 2026 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Sat 31 Oct, 5:30am

In this story All Blacks, Black Ferns, Dave Rennie, Whitney Hansen

Black Ferns head coach Whitney Hansen is preparing for the team's 10th test against France in Christchurch. After being appointed last December, Hansen is nearing the end of a successful first year that includes a potential three-match clean sweep.

How they headlined it

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1. RNZFri 30 Oct, 12:42pm

   Rugby: Black Ferns coach Whitney Hansen reflects on 'whirlwind' first year in charge (opens in new tab)

2. The Press via The PostSat 31 Oct, 4:00am

   Black Ferns coach Whitney Hansen on family and other influences at end of successful first year as Black Ferns head coach (opens in new tab)

3. Otago Daily TimesSat 31 Oct, 5:30am

   Black Ferns look to end bumper year on a high (opens in new tab)Premium