First Auckland NPC training squad named

New Auckland NPC first division rugby coach Pat Lam has named his first training squad for the season.

The 42-man squad is made up of non-Super 12 players and will begin training on Monday.

Forwards: Daniel Muller, Soane Tongauiha, Saimone Taumoepeau, James Mcgougan, Census Johnson, Kisi Pulu, Tamato Leupolu, Nathan Kemp, Semisi Telefoni, Jared Tuoro, Kurtis Haiu, Sika Poching, Aaron Pulman, Mike Vondinkelage, Jay Williams, Andrew VanderHeijden, Luke Mealamu, Pat Segi, Stan Afeaki, Regan Tamihere, Ray Tuivati, Moses Robertson, Gary Saifoloi, Aoese Moimoi.

Backs: Craig McGrath, Tim Lempriere, Kane Hansey, Murray Williams, Elliota Fuimaono, Dereck Arnold, Benson Stanley, Jamie Helleur, Nick Buckley, Isa Nacewa, Mark Ama, Junior Leota, Tony Woods, Andrew Sunniula, Tevita Tuifua, Willie Rickards, Olonga Epa, Paul Williams.