National Provincial Championship

The National Provincial Championship (NPC) is a regional rugby union competition in New Zealand, featuring teams representing different provinces. It serves as a platform for local players to compete at a high level, develop talent, and showcase their skills. The NPC operates annually, with teams competing in leagues, with the goal of winning the championship or earning promotion to higher tiers. It’s a key part of New Zealand rugby, fostering community pride and helping identify players for the national team, the All Blacks. The competition combines intense regional rivalries with the nurturing of top-tier professional rugby talent.