The Hurricanes is a New Zealand professional rugby union team based in Wellington that competes in Super Rugby. The Hurricanes were formed to represent the lower North Island, including the East Coast, Hawke’s Bay, Horowhenua Kapiti, Manawatu, Poverty Bay, Wairarapa-Bush, Wanganui and Wellington unions.
Founded: 1996
Coach: Carlos Spencer (Assistant Coach)
Location: Wellington, New Zealand
League(s): Super Rugby Pacific
Arenas/Stadiums: Sky Stadium, Mclean Park, Central Energy Trust Arena, Trust House Memorial Park
Captains: TJ Perenara, Dane Coles