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Alice Soper

Alice Soper

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Alice Soper is a prominent figure in New Zealand rugby, known for her advocacy of inclusive and community-oriented approaches to sports. She has been influential in promoting the idea that participation and enjoyment should take precedence over competition, particularly in youth sports. Soper's work emphasizes the importance of teamwork and camaraderie, drawing from her own experiences in rugby and her observations of how social connections can enhance the sporting experience. Her insights have sparked discussions about the need to prioritize community engagement in sports, making them more accessible and enjoyable for participants of all backgrounds.

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Alice Soper is a sports columnist for the Herald on Sunday and has a particular interest in women's sports.

All Blacks v South Africa US test: Politics, ICE violence and boycott calls – Alice Soper
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-01-29
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Alice Soper is a sports columnist for the Herald on Sunday.

Netball NZ’s struggles, school sport bans fuel women’s sport naughty list - Alice Soper
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-12-23
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Alice Soper is a sports columnist with a focus on women's sports.

Behind the Crusaders’ big plans to make rugby great again
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-12-18
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Soper is a sports columnist for the Herald on Sunday.

Poverty Bay’s Keanu Taumata savours Ian Kirkpatrick medal presentation as Heartland Player of the Year
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-12-18
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Alice Soper is a sports columnist for the Herald on Sunday and has a particular interest in telling stories of the emerging world of women’s sports.

Olympic and Paralympic merger push: How to protect para-athletes’ power – Alice Soper
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-12-11
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Alice Soper is a sports columnist for the Herald on Sunday and has a particular interest in telling stories of the emerging world of women’s sports.

Allan Bunting’s exit marks turning point for Black Ferns women’s rugby - Opinion
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-11-14
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Alice Soper is a sports columnist for the Herald on Sunday and has a particular interest in telling stories of the emerging world of women’s sports.

Rugby360 money could reshape women’s rugby as unions draw line – Alice Soper
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-10-08
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Father of CTE victim Billy Guyton slams NZ Rugby after Shane Christie’s sudden death
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-08-27
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Alice Soper is a sports columnist for the Herald on Sunday and has a particular interest in telling stories of the emerging world of women’s sports.

Rugby’s Farah Palmer Cup opens with veterans and rising stars in spotlight – Alice Soper
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-08-09
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Alice Soper is a sports columnist with a particular interest in women's sports.

How Black Ferns comebacks and versatility shaped the World Cup squad – Alice Soper
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-07-25
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Alice Soper is a sports columnist for the Herald on Sunday and a former provincial rugby player.

NRLW 2025: Warriors women back in action with new talent
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-06-29
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Homeschooled athletes challenge NZ school sports barriers
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-06-14
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Historic rugby match in Oslo: Cis women v trans women face-off tackles misconceptions
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-06-07
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Alice Soper is a sports columnist for the Herald on Sunday and a former provincial rugby player.

‘RunIt’ events under fire after tragedy highlights risks
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-05-29
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Alice Soper is a sports columnist for the Herald on Sunday and has a particular interest in telling stories of the emerging world of women’s sports.

Women’s sports uniforms: A century-long debate on shorts v skirts
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-05-18
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Alice Soper is a sports columnist for the Herald on Sunday.

Black Ferns World Cup squad battle begins with 49-player camp
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-04-26
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Portia Woodman-Wickliffe says positional switch behind Black Ferns Rugby World Cup bid
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-04-22
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Alice Soper discusses how community involvement in sports can revitalize the experience for participants.

How putting community ahead of competition revitalises sport – Alice Soper
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-04-20
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