Get Ready for a Rugby League Extravaganza! The 2026 Harvey Norman All Stars Teams Have Been Revealed!
Mark your calendars, rugby league fans! The much-anticipated Harvey Norman All Stars is set to make its grand return to the beautiful shores of Aotearoa New Zealand, heralding the 15th edition of this spectacular annual event. This isn't just any game; it's a vibrant celebration of culture and talent that will officially kick off the 2026 Rugby League calendar.
Prepare for an electrifying double-header on Sunday, February 15th, at the impressive FMG Stadium Waikato. The Men's and Women's fixtures promise a thrilling display of skill and passion. In the Men's clash, get ready to witness a showdown between legends of the Indigenous All Stars, including the electrifying Josh Addo-Carr, the dynamic Nicho Hynes, and the seasoned Jack Wighton. They'll be facing off against a formidable Māori Men's side, spearheaded by the formidable Warriors captain James Fisher-Harris, the dazzling back Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad, and the exciting Panthers centre Casey McLean.
But here's where it gets even more exciting: the Women's game is set to be just as captivating! The Indigenous Women's All Stars will showcase the brilliance of Titans superstar Jaime Chapman and the crafty Dragons playmaker Taliah Fuimaono. They'll be up against a powerhouse Māori Women's outfit, featuring the dynamic Warriors recruit Gayle Broughton and the formidable Eels powerhouse Kennedy Cherrington.
And this is the part most people miss: the event isn't just about the main matches! It will also feature a thrilling exhibition clash between the Indigenous and Māori Touch Football teams, adding another layer of excitement and showcasing the breadth of talent in these communities.
The full squads, listed in alphabetical order, are:
Indigenous All Stars (Men):
Josh Addo-Carr, Jayden Campbell, Tallis Duncan, Jamal Fogarty, Trai Fuller, Nicholas Hynes, Alofiana Khan-Pereira, Josh Kerr, Kaiden Lahrs, Shaquai Mitchell, Oliver Pascoe, Joshua Patston, Hohepa Puru, Jesse Ramien, Ethan Roberts, Blake Steep, Braydon Trindall, Connor Watson, Jack Wighton, Brent Woolf. Coach: Ronald Griffiths
Māori All Stars (Men):
Jesse Arthars, Joe Chan, Zach Dockar-Clay, JoJo Fifita, James Fisher-Harris, Mawene Hiroti, Royce Hunt, Keano Kini, Jacob Laban, Casey McLean, Te Maire Martin, Trey Mooney, Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad, Briton Nikora, Adam Pompey, Leo Thompson, Trent Toelau, Manaia Waitere, Dallin Watene-Zelezniak. Coach: Adam Blair
Indigenous All Stars (Women):
Essay Banu, Shaylee Bent, Krystal Blackwell, Rhiannon Byers, Jaime Chapman, Bree Chester, Kirra Dibb, Quincy Dodd, Taliah Fuimaono, Tallisha Harden, Caitlan Johnston-Green, Keilee Joseph, Grace Kemp, Ella Koster, Lailani Montgomery, Mahalia Murphy, Jasmine Peters, Phoenix-Raine Hippi, Jada Taylor, Caitlin Turnbull. Coach: Jess Skinner
Māori All Stars (Women):
Shakira Baker, Corban Baxter, Gayle Broughton, Harata Butler, Rima Butler, Kennedy Cherrington, Rueben Cherrington, Laikha Clarke, Zali Fay, Fane Finau, Matekino Gray, Mya Hill-Moana, Raecene McGregor, Shanice Parker, Ash Quinlan, Jasmin Strange, Payton Takimoana, Chante Temara, Zahara Temara, Tenika Willison. Coach: John Strange
Ready to be part of the action? Tickets for the Harvey Norman All Stars 2026 are available now! Prices start at an incredible $19 for adults and $59 for families (which includes two adults and two children), making it an accessible event for everyone.
Can't make it in person? Don't worry! You can catch all the live action on the Nine Network, Fox League, SKY New Zealand, and through Watch NRL.
This incredible event is proudly brought to you with the support of the New Zealand Government through the Major Event Fund and Hamilton City Council.
Now, over to you: This event beautifully blends sporting prowess with cultural celebration. Do you think the inclusion of Touch Football adds significant value to the All Stars weekend, or should the focus remain solely on the main rugby league fixtures? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below – we'd love to hear your perspective!
