Manawatu Rugby Union

Manawatu Rugby Union is the organization responsible for overseeing rugby union activities in the Manawatu region of New Zealand. It manages local clubs, promotes the sport, and develops players, from youth levels to elite competition. The union supports teams like the Manawatu Turbos, which compete in national tournaments such as the Mitre 10 Cup. Its goal is to foster rugby talent, encourage community participation, and represent the region at higher levels of the sport, helping to maintain a strong rugby culture and tradition within the local community.