Peter Skelt Trophy

A true Southern man of cricket and rugby. Born in 1955, Peter attended Southland Boys’ High School before studying at Otago’s School of Physical Education, where he also represented New Zealand in badminton. Returning to SBHS in 1989 as a PE teacher, he has remained ever since, now serving as Director of Sport. Known as a hard-nosed rugby coach who valued mental toughness, he also played Hawke Cup cricket for Southland (1981–1990) as a leg-spinner and lower-order bat, later coaching the game and inspiring the next generation, including his son Hamish. A respected, old-school taskmaster dedicated to sport and youth.