The back three has pace and power written all over it with Lance MacDonald (left wing), Jack Wilson (right wing) and Kenny Lynn taking up the fullback's role.
Paroa centre Maru Henry obviously still has the eye of Schuler. The former Rotorua Boys' High School student, who was selected in the Development Squad, has forced his way on the bench after his solid work rate in the last two matches.
A large crowd is expected for the match at Katikati's Moore Park, which was due to kick off at 2.30pm today.
Squads
Steamers squad: Greg Pleasants Tate, Dan Perrin, Tristan Moran, Culum Retallick, Leon Power, Jesse Acton, Luke Braid, Carl Axtens, Jamie Nutbrown (captain), Chris Noakes, Lance MacDonald, Phil Burleigh, Mafi Kefu, Jack Wilson, Kendrick Lynn. Reserves; John Pareanga, Mike Kainga, Pingi Tala'apitaga, Keepa Mewett, Lewis Hancock, Nick McCashin, Simon Rolleston, Maru Henry, Josh Hall, one more to be added.
North Harbour squad: James Parsons, Ben Afeaki, Chris Smith, Apisalome Ratuniyarawa, Glenn Preston, Malakai Ravulo, Solomon King, Bryn Hall, Michael Hobbs, Nafi Tuitayake, Francis Saili, Cory Aporo, David Raikuna, Luke Devcich. Reserves; Manu Leiataua, James Afoa, Filo Paulo, Sam Hayes-Stevenson, Brenton Helleur, Pita Ahki, James Semple, Cody Rei, Taione Vea, Alex Woonton.