Follow this page to see what excessive lengths the squad will go to in support of this first time participant in the tournament. James Walsh
Age: 24
Nickname: Otter, Poppa, Seedy eyes or Walsh
Occupation: Property Manager
Touring Role: Co-Organiser
As co-organiser Walsh has taken on much responsibility with his fellow organiser trapped within the depths of Papua New Guinea
Much like his on-field p
osition of half back for Hamilton Marist B's, the team is pivotal around his accurate delivery and structuring. When his Ginger beard is in full force he brings a much wanted fire to the team
Walsh is a ladies man and the women of Hamilton will be heart broken to find out their number one property manager is playing away from home for the month of September
Chris Rhodes
Age: 23
Nickname: Rhodes or Wheels
Occupation: Navy Seaman
Touring Role: Token Maori/ Security Assistant
To level out the touring squad the token was included. As a shining example of what the Royal NZ Navy has to offer Rhodes will assisst Lieutenant Van Tiel with tour security. Rhodes brings alot more to the table than culture, as an ex-champion sprinter he has a sharp turn of pace, he's also quick with a joke. He is a man that is ALWAYS ready to go. New Zealand's borders will be at a loss during the tour without this keen seaman patrolling them. Shon Van Tiel
Age: 24
Nickname: Dutchy
Occupation: Fruit sorting machine engineer/ Weekend Warrior
Touring Role: Chief of security and head of inappropriateness
Taking his vast experience in the SAS (Saturdays & Sundays) or Territorial Forces, Shon will be head of security for this month long mission
Known for speaking before thinking you must always be on edge with Shon. Stand clear because whether on one of his dark lows or enthusiastic highs this soldier can get extremely destructive. Richard Donald
Age: 24
Nickname: Richie D, Rigger or Kenneth
Occupation: Site Manager
Touring Role: Co-Organiser
Richie D gave birth to the brain child that is the Russian Support Squad but has brought on Walsh to assist in organising due to his limitations being trapped in the heart of Papua New Guinea. As the biggest man in Van A, Richie D awkwardly still hasn't hit puberty and is without a single hair on his body. Rich strives to have a James Walsh level of success with the ladies but his performance is seriously hindered by his alter ego "Kenneth" and the fact that he has the face of a 12yr old. Bridget Ashby
Age: 25
Nickname: Bashby or Blood Knuckles Bashby
Occupation: HR Manager
Touring Role: Van A's token Female/ Mum
As the token female in Van A Bridget automatically assumes the role of camp Mum. But do not be fooled by her nurturing personality or cute button nose. Bridget rules with an iron fist earning her the name of Blood Knuckles Bashby. It is rumored that Bashby once lifted a man twice her size by the skin of his back. Not to fear though, stay on her good side and you will witness nothing but good times and hearty laughs. Cameron Evans
Age: 24
Nickname: Cam
Occupation: Carpenter
Touring Role: Dad
Much like a famous carpenter in history Cam brings love and peace to those around him. As one of the only taken men on tour Cam's maturity inevitably surpasses the rest of the touring party. He's a sobering reminder of where the rest of the immature bunch should be in life, having not only succeeded in his career but also as a member of the New Zealand Water Ski Team. Never fear though the rest of the touring party will be making multiple attempts to reform this once wild party animal back to his past ways. Kurt Maxwell
Age: 24
Nickname: Kurtle, curtains or Fun Guy
Occupation: Stay at home Son (Once was a scientist)
Touring Role: Chief of fun
Kurt is upset not to be on the organising comittee for this tour but still plays a pivotal role in van B and the rest of the squad. He has put his dark ways behind him to return to his glorious fun self. A non stop enjoyment with strange but fun concepts brooding in his head. Don't try talk over your issues with Kurt because serious is not his Forte. KFC's number one customer will hopefully be able to utilise his loyalty for the benefit of the touring squad. Lauren Joe
Age: 24
Nickname: Ren or Maisan
Occupation: Secondary School Sports Co-ordinator
Touring Role: Van B's token female/ Mum
As the token female in van B Ren also assumes the role of camp mum, this role is less justified than with Bashby however and is purely based on gender. Lauren i's hardly ever without a smile but will get deadly serious if you pronounce her name wrong (Lo-ren not Lauren)
On similar tours Ren has been voted as the yuckest but her undesirable past will be put aside due to her much welcomed enthusiasm and positivity. Andrew Cowle
Age: 24
Nickname: Andy, Sasquatch
Occupation: Male Nurse
Touring Role: First Aider
A medical practitioner of any kind is required for such a tour particularly with accident prone Richie D at the helm. Andy has already saved Richie D's life once. As the only other taken man on tour Andy is also a shining example of where the others should be in life. Although he would have every right to be judgemental of the others lack of maturity he is reserved in any such judgement. The only shortcoming of this Englishman is his awkwardly hairy torso. James Hanson
Age: 24
Nickname:
Occupation:???? Touring Role: Assisstant Chief of Inappropriateness
James would have you believe he is also a taken man but his maturity and the fact that no one has ever seen his girlfriend suggests otherwise. His inappropriateness must be taken in a light hearted manner. James will be seperated from the group during the Wellington stop overs as he is not welcome in the Ashby household due to un-forgivable acts during the 2010 Wellington sevens. Purposely placed in van B, because who know's what awkward things may happen when Shon and James are together. Sam Lyons
Age: 24
Nickname: Lyons, Clausse
Occupation: Traveller
Touring Role: Legal representative
Sam has a Law degree but is yet to put it to use. No doubt the opportunity will arise during damage control with the likes of Shon Van Tiel and James Hanson on tour. Sam is extremely Jovial and has been mistaken for the middle eastern Santa. His Jolly nature will be welcomed on tour
Chris Osborne
Age: 24
Nickname: Ozzy or Chozzy
Occupation: Traveller
Touring Role: Bookie
As a keen betting man Ozzy will be in charge of betting and sweepstakes, setting the odds and throwing some inside tips on how to beat them. Ozzy is an avid fan of Victoria Bitter but is willing to branch out to drinking Vodka to immerse himself in Russian culture.
