Foster contender for NZR award

Jordan who has touched down 17 times in 13 tests, is one of three outside backs up for the award. Fullback Jordie Barrett and utility Rieko Ioane are the others, while loose forward Ardie Savea is also in contention.

Les Elder, Kennedy Simon and Liana Mikaele-tu’u are up for Black Fern of the year, while Gayle Broughton, Sarah Hirini and Tyla Nathan-wong will contestsevens player award.

Crusaders coach Scott Robertson has been nominated for national coach, alongside Neil Barnes (Taranaki), Ross Filipo (Waikato) and James Semple (Waikato FPC).

The Crusaders, who defended their Super Rugby Aotearoa crown, and went unbeaten in Super Rugby trans-tasman, are up for national team of the year, alongside Waikato’s NPC and FPC champions, and Meads Cup champions South Canterbury.