Trinity Jane Mackley, 12, has been recognised for her sporting achievements over the past year. Trinity was named as a representative for both the under 13 South Island Māori Netball team, and the under 15 Canterbury Softball team.

Trinity is the mokopuna of Lesel Flutey and Robert Matiu and great-mokopuna of Arthur Flutey and the late Mania Flutey née Pitama.

Trinity’s whānau and friends are extremely proud of her Watch this space Ngāi Tahu whānui for one of Tuahiwi’s finest upcoming rangatahi achievers.

Trinity and her dad Jody Flutey.

Trinity and her dad Jody Flutey.

Trinity at Canterbury softball tournament.

Trinity at Canterbury softball tournament.