Ka whāngaia, ka tipu, ka puāwai - That which is nutured will grow, then blossom.
The four Touch regions across Aotearoa come together to deliver a landmark development event for the game.
The Regional Homegrown Touch Series features under 16 boys and girls selected through the Emerging People Programme (EPP), which identifies and develops talendated players with a pathway to regional and national teams.
This series provides a competitive environment where players can test their skills, learn, and comptete against the best in the country.
Representing four regions - Te Waipounamu, Te Ohu Ikaroa, Ngā Wai Rau, and Ngā Tai o Te Raki - participants travel from across Aotearoa to take part.
The event plays a key role in the national pathway, bridging the gap between development and representatives opportunities, while also supporting the growth of coaches, referees, and emerging leaders.
More than just competition, the weekend is about connection, experience, and building the future of Touch in Aotearoa.