Marlborough Boys' College faces eligibility claims over Year 14 rugby players

Thursday 12 June 2025 · 6 outlets · 2 reports · updated Thu 12 Jun 2025, 7:34am

Marlborough Boys' College is facing claims from rivals regarding the eligibility of its first XV rugby team. The school reportedly has five Year 14 students playing in the team this season.

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1. RNZThu 12 Jun 2025, 5:04am

   Eligibility row erupts over five ‘Year 14s’ in controversial Marlborough Boys’ College first XV (opens in new tab)

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2. Otago Daily TimesThu 12 Jun 2025, 7:34am

   Top South Island school rugby team has five 'year 14s' (opens in new tab)