Ennor heads to France

2026 will be Braydon Ennor’s last season with the Crusaders.  

He’s signed with French side Perpignan, where he’ll join Crusaders teammate Sevu Reece. 

“This decision comes with a lot of emotions, I love this place and the people here, but I’m really excited for what’s next,” says Ennor. 

Braydon first joined the Crusaders Academy in 2015 after moving down from Auckland on a scholarship. He arrived in Christchurch as an 18‑year‑old, fresh out of school, and spent the next decade establishing himself as one of the club’s most reliable midfielders. 

“I’ve done so much growing in this place, and I owe so much to the red and black jersey. I’ll always call this place home.” 

Now 28 years old, Crusader #217 has become a key voice and a calm presence in our midfield.  

His rise began in 2017 when he delivered a standout season for Canterbury.  

In 2018, he made his Crusaders debut and by 2022, he’d reached his 50th appearance, playing every game that year. He backed that up again in 2023, starting all but one game.  

He made his All Blacks debut in 2019 and has nine Test caps to his name. 

Across his time here, the day‑to‑day environment has remained a highlight for him. 

“To be able to call this a job and turning up to Rugby Park every week with my mates to go to work, it’s the best thing in the world.” 

As he prepares for a new challenge, Ennor carries a deep appreciation for what his time here has meant.  

“This is a chapter I’ll treasure for the rest of my life,” says Ennor