Mathis is a proud product of Waihi (he even has his postcode tattooed on his foot), before opting to board from Year 10 at renowned rugby school Hamilton Boys’, who he went on to captain in the 1st XV.
After making his Mooloos debut in 2024, Mathis then played a season with the All Blacks Sevens on the world series, before this winter heading to the World Rugby Under 20 Championship in South Africa, where he was limited to just one appearance due to a concussion.
The hybrid, who has grown up as an elusive openside flanker but is equally comfortable on the wing such is his speed and skill, will be on a wider training group contract with the Crusaders for 2026, before being upgraded to a full-squad deal for 2027-2028.
Career
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Waikato Openside Flanker |
2024 - present |
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New Zealand 7's Outside Centre |
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New Zealand U20's Openside Flanker |
2025 - present |
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Crusaders Openside Flanker |
2025 - present |
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Hamilton Boys High School Openside Flanker |
