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The Polynesian Maori reached New Zealand in about A.D. 800. In 1840, their chieftains entered into a compact with Britain, the Treaty of Waitangi, in which they ceded sovereignty to Queen Victoria while retaining territorial rights. In that same year... [read more]
The Polynesian Maori reached New Zealand in about A.D. 800. In 1840, their chieftains entered into a compact with Britain, the Treaty of Waitangi, in which they ceded sovereignty to Queen Victoria while retaining territorial rights. In that same year... [read more] Blog: Rugby Sevens
Date: January 14th 2007
The Rugby Sevens is a rugby tournament where smaller teams compete. "Seven" refers to the number of players on each time, as opposed to the usual 15. Because there are less than half the players on the field, the game has much more offensive ball movement, and the scoring is higher. The tournament in Queenstown was for all New Zealand and las ... read more
Date: January 14th 2007
The Rugby Sevens is a rugby tournament where smaller teams compete. "Seven" refers to the number of players on each time, as opposed to the usual 15. Because there are less than half the players on the field, the game has much more offensive ball movement, and the scoring is higher. The tournament in Queenstown was for all New Zealand and las ... read more
