REUBEN THORNE Rugby 2nd XV Coach Between 1997–2008 Reuben Thorne gave Canterbury, the Crusaders and the All Blacks exemplary service, as a powerful player and successful leader and mentor. He was in the Canterbury side that
JONATHAN CLARKE Sailing Coach Jonathan Clarke is an
experienced sailing coach with a passion for teaching, and the knowledge and
proficiency to help others improve their sailing skills and achieve their goals on the water. He holds
won the Ranfurly Shield in 2000 and three national provincial championships, captained the Crusaders to the Super 12 title in 2002, and his record as an All Black stands at 50 tests played (22 as captain) for 42 wins and 8 losses. Reuben left New Zealand in 2008 to take up a contract with Yamaha Jubilo in Japan. Since returning to Christchurch in 2010, he has focused on his coaching career. As well as being College’s 2nd XV Coach, Reuben is also the forwards coach for the Canterbury team.
a Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Physical Education and Sports Science from Loughborough University in the United Kingdom. It is the leading British sports science university. He has been a qualified boating instructor for more than 30 years, trained by – and working for – the highly regarded Rockley Point sailing centre in Britain. His training and certifications include RYA Dinghy Instructor, RYA Dinghy Senior Instructor, Powerboat Operator Certificate, Maritime VHF Operator’s Certificate, and current First Aid Certificate. Jonathan is a qualified barrister, working for 16 years in the UK. He also served as an officer in the Royal Navy, where he gained valuable experience in navigation, leadership, and safety management. Jonathan brings a unique perspective to his coaching, having logged 25,000 ocean racing miles as a Watch Leader in the Clipper Round the World Race. This experience further honed his sailing, communication, and teamwork skills, making him a valuable asset to any sailing team or organisation. With his extensive training, certifications, and coaching experience, Jonathan is a skilled and knowledgeable coach who can help sailors of all levels. He is dedicated to providing a safe and enjoyable learning environment for his students.
MIKE ALLRED Squash Coach Mike Allred has extensive playing and coaching experience at local, Canterbury, South Island and national levels. After gaining his squash coaching qualifications in 2006, he has worked with New Zealand
development, elite junior and high performance squads. He was a member of the Canterbury Masters team that won a national title in 2015. Mike interacts well with the boys, focusing on their individual strengths and using a variety of methods to engage their interest and nurture their skills. He gives them the confidence to perform at their best.
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