Welcome to the Papatoetoe Tag Arena Module

Papatoetoe Rugby has proudly partnered with the Pacific Tag Federation this season to deliver an exciting, community‑focused tag module for all ages. Our programme has always been about introducing tag to newcomers, building confidence, and giving our tamariki a fun, competitive environment to grow their skills.

This year, we’re aiming for a bigger, more diverse pool of teams to provide game time for both junior and senior players as they prepare for Pacific Tag Cup. Whether you’re bringing a full team or joining as an individual during our muster days, we aim to provide quality game time, great competition, and a supportive whānau atmosphere.

Bring your team, bring your friends, or just bring yourself and give tag a go!

Age Grades

All player details submitted must be complete and compliant with the Pacific Tag Federation Age Eligibility. Please see table below:

 

Pacific Tag Federation Junior Grades
Grade	Year of Birth
U16 Girls/Boys/Mixed	2010 / 2011
U14 Girls/Boys/Mixed	2012 / 2013
U12 Girls/Boys/Mixed	2014 / 2015
U10 Girls/Boys/Mixed	2016 / 2017
U9 Open	2018 / 2019
U8 Open	2020 / 2021
U7 Open	2022 / 2023
U6 Open	2024 / 2025

 

A players birthday must fall on or after the 1st of January in the season of play to be eligible for their age grade. For example, to be eligible to register and play in the U10 grade, the player can have either turned 10 on 1st January 2026 or be turning 10 during the year to be eligible. A player cannot already be 10 by 1st January 2026 to play U10.

Registration Fees

• Junior (U16 and younger): $50.00 per player

• Senior (Over 18): $70.00 per player

 

These costs are for your registration in the Papatoetoe Tag Arena Module and does not include the cost of uniform or registration for Pacific Tag Federation Junior Cup Tournament.

Payment Process

Once your registration is submitted, our administration team will be working to place you in a team. Once you have been placed in a module team you will receive an email containing the payment link. Payment is due by 25 September 2026. Please note: Registration is only confirmed once payment has been received. Unpaid registrations will not secure a place in the module.

Module Dates

• 3 October – Muster Day All that are interested or already attending the module are welcome for a free fun day of tag activations. There will be freebies for children on the day. This is also an opportunity for individual players to seeking teams to register or teams looking to add players.

• 10 October – Grading Round at Kolmar Sports Complex, artificial turf

Sutton Crescent, Papatoetoe, Auckland 1062

Kolmar Sports Complex Map

• 17 October – Grading Round at Kolmar Sports Complex, artificial turf

Sutton Crescent, Papatoetoe, Auckland 1062

Kolmar Sports Complex Map

Grading rounds assist coordinators in matching teams for round-robin play. Rubber moulds only on artificial turf; no spikes.

• 24 October – Round Robin

• 31 October – Round Robin

• 7 November – Round Robin

• 14 November – Round Robin

• 21 November – Round Robin

All round-robin games will be held on Papatoetoe Recreational Grounds, Field 3 and 2. All information for games times will be released on a weekly basis to coaches and managers. From there you can find the posted schedule on Pap Socials.

Papatoetoe RFC Facebook

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Guide Place, Papatoetoe, Auckland 2025

Papatoetoe Ground Field 3 Map

 

• 28 November – Tag Tournament Dependant on how many teams register for the tournament only, there may be a possibility of Sunday 29th November being added onto the tournament date. More details to come closer to the date. 

Code of Conduct – Coaches / Managers  

Be a leader – you have the biggest influence in relation to your players and supporter’s attitudes towards the referee and the opposition. 
Ensure your philosophy matches that of your players - fun and development are the foundation for them playing the game 
Be reasonable on the demand on player’s time, energy and enthusiasm 
Teach your team to play within the rules of the game 
Ensure all equipment and facilities meet safety standards and that you use drills and  training methods that are both safe and effective for your player’s needs. 
Positively reinforce the actions of players. 
Give all players the opportunity to participate in the game. 
Insist on sportsmanship, fair play and discipline. 

 

Code of Conduct – Parents / Carers

Encourage your child to learn the rules and play within them.
Discourage unfair play and arguing with referees or officials.
Help your child to recognise good performance, not just results.
Never force your child to take part in sport.
Set a good example by recognising fair play and applauding good performances of all.
Never punish or belittle a child for losing or making mistakes.
Publicly accept referees’ and officials’ judgements.
Support your child’s involvement and help them to enjoy their sport.
Use correct and proper language at all times.
Encourage and guide participants to accept responsibility for their own performance and behaviour

OUR PURPOSE

Who we are and why we do what we do.

HEART

Our members are the heart of our club, and we pride ourselves on being a caring, happy, and thriving family.

COMMITMENT

We are committed to our players, community and sponsors. Through our club motto ‘Kia Mahi Tahi’ - Working Together As One.

LONGEVITY

Our longevity and integrity builds trust and positive influences within our community for today and the future

All rules for the tag module will be alligned next to Pacific Tag Federation Rules. Please see link below for more info. 

 

U6 - U7 Rules CLICK HERE

U8 - U9 Rules CLICK HERE

U10 Rules CLICK HERE

U12 - U16 Rules CLICK HERE

 

For all enquiries regarding the Papatoetoe Rugby Tag Arena Module, please contact

Pap Rugby Junior Exec Team

paprugby@outlook.co.nz

 

For all complaints and feedback regarding the Papatoetoe Rugby Tag Arena Module, please contact

Giovanni Su'a - Junior Rugby Chair, Module Development Officer

giovanni.sua@outlook.co.nz