Latest updates and news from the Manawatu Turbos
The Manawatū Turbos have added some height in their second row in the form of Semisi (James) Poloniati.
Poloniati, 25, will arrive in the region for the second round of the Hankins...
New Zealand Rugby and Bunnings Warehouse announced the signing of a three-year deal to sponsor domestic competitions and support community rugby across the country.
Bunnings Warehouse...
The Manawatū Turbos have added two experienced front-rowers to their squad for 2021.
Former Crusaders prop Harrison Allan andf Fijian international Samu Tawake have both committed to...
Meet the team
Jamie Booth made his debut for the Turbos in 2015, and was rewarded for a stellar ITM Cup season with a spot in the Hurricanes Wider-Training squad in 2015. He was then called into the Blues, but did not see any game time with the Super Rugby franchise. He is an explosive halfback and a former Palmerston North Boys High School 1st XV player. Jamie has represented Manawatu at Sevens and through age grade teams.
One of the greatest halfbacks of the modern game, Aaron Smith's speed of passing and transition is a vital part of the All Blacks success. The urgency and skill with which he plays, allows his backline precious time to make the right decision. With a consistent kicking game and a tendency for sniping runs rounds out a near perfect set of skills for Smith. Smith was a key leadership figure in the Highlanders Super Rugby-winning campaign in 2015. As of 2016, he is the leader of the haka as he takes a senior role in the national side.
