THE DELAMERE CUP

This weekend the walls of Opotiki College will be bulging at the seams, with supporters and competitors vying for the much coveted Delamere Cup.

This year is the Golden Anniversary of the Cup competition.
Kapa haka's equivalent to the Grammys is staged annually, and is fiercely contested amongst 100's of primary school children from across the district.

Children rehearse for months to ensure their performances are top notch and powerful.

With 29 teams competing between Friday and Saturday their stamina and skill are challenged every step of the way.

The Delamere Cup is named after Takamore Delamere, he donated the trophy after being inspired by a relative who, after visiting her grandchildren at school, felt there was a lack of Maori culture among the school activities.

Many years on, the competition seems to get bigger and better, and the dedication of the participants and their tutor's is unfailing.

The event is open to all children who wish to become involved, kinda like everything that happens in our town.

Be here for the next event you will not be disappointed.