It is an honour and a privilege to represent MANUKURA, Aotearoa New Zealand our whānau, hāpu and Iwi. We qualified to attend by winning Condors which was a massive achievement but to travel overseas to another country is something I and we don't take for granted. Our whānau and people behind us fundraised to help us bring this opportunity to fruition which is very much appreciated. We represent them and everyone that went before us to pave the way within our MANUKURA rugby programme.

We want to acknowledge and thank everyone who has helped us to attend this amazing event and opportunity. Our coaching staff and management give time and energy to support us to play the brand of rugby we want to be known for. We would not be able to experience this opportunity our whānau and friends to help with our fundraising to attend this. We will acknowledge them by our actions, by playing to the best of our ability. To show support to and for each other. Respecting our coaches and manager by supporting them by listening to their advice. By respecting everyone that supports us in NZ and in Japan to thank them for their time and support for our girls.