Hautapu Sports have ended their senior rugby season, finishing runners-up in the Waikato Breweries Shield.
The Premier A side lost the final 22-8 to Hamilton Marist, after trailing 19-3 at half-time.
The side gave their all, attempting to win back-to-back shields in a rematch of last year’s grand final.
Photographer Jane Thompson was on the sideline to capture some of the grand final action.
Photo gallery
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Result
Game played on Saturday July 20, 2024
Hamilton Marist 22
Hautapu Sports 8