Rising Star: Crew Heading to the National Stage

By OBHS | Posted: Wednesday April 22, 2026

After an absolute powerhouse of a season, our very own Crew Wilson is heading away to Palmerston North this week to compete at the highest level of youth softball!

A Season of Excellence

Crew’s journey this year has been nothing short of legendary. His dedication to the sport and his consistent performance for Otago have opened doors to the national stage.

The milestones that led to this moment:

• NZ U19s (Christchurch): Earlier this year, Crew kicked off the season representing Otago.

• NZ U17s (Auckland): Just one week later, he backed it up at the U17 National Tournament, where his skill earned him a spot in the NZ U17s Rest Team.

• Junior Black Sox: The ultimate reward for his hard work came recently with his selection for the U18 Junior Black Sox Wider Squad.

The Road Ahead: ANZAC Weekend

Crew will be testing his skills with the event in Palmerston North featuring a heavy-hitting lineup, including:

• Australia

• American Samoa

• Manawatu

• NZ Wider U18 Squad (Pango)

Show Your Support!

While Crew is competing up north, his whānau, friends, and the entire Southern Magpies Softball whānau are cheering him on from the sidelines and from home.

If you want to catch the action live and support Crew from afar, you can watch the games via:

• Māori+ (Māori Television)

• The Dugout on YouTube

Kia mau te wēhi, Crew! Go get 'em!

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