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Frano Michael Botica (born 3 August 1963) is a New Zealand-Croatian rugby union and rugby league coach[1][2] and former player in both codes, who played in the 1980s and 1990s. He was also the head coach of the Philippines sevens team.

He represented New Zealand at both codes, and later also played for Croatia in two rugby union World Cup qualifying matches.

Rugby union

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Born in Mangakino, New Zealand, Botica played rugby union for club side North Shore, New Zealand provincial side North Harbour, as well as Llanelli in Wales, and spent a period in France.

Botica played 7 test matches between 1986 and 1989 including two test matches in France. Botica was a member of the All Blacks World Cup winning squad of 1987 and toured with the All Blacks to Britain in 1989 and played in several of the mid-week matches.

Botica appeared for the New Zealand Māori (1985-1989), New Zealand Emerging Players (1985), North Island in the 1986 inter-island match and for the Anzac XV that played the British Lions in Australia in 1989. He even appeared in the Super 12, once for the Chiefs in 1998.

He played for New Zealand sevens in eight international tournaments between 1985 and 1988, and was part of the first New Zealand team to win a Hong Kong Sevens title in 1986.

In the early part of his rugby union career he was a rival to Grant Fox for the All Blacks number 10 jersey. Botica was regarded as more a running player whereas Fox was considered a superior kicker and it was Fox who eventually won the selectors' favour, forcing Botica to the bench and restricting the number of rugby union tests he played. Ironically, after switching codes Botica became known as one of the most dependable goal-kickers in rugby league.

Rugby league

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Club career

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Botica joined Wigan in British rugby league in 1990. While at Wigan he became a prolific points scorer and the fastest man in the history of British league to reach 1,000 points.

In 1991 he played for the New Zealand Māori side in his first match of rugby league in New Zealand.[3]

During the 1991–92 season, he played for defending champions Wigan on the wing in their 21–4 victory against the visiting Australian champions Penrith in the 1991 World Club Challenge played at Anfield in Liverpool.

During the 1992-93 season, Botica played at Five-eighth for Wigan in the 1992 World Club Challenge against the 1992 Winfield Cup premiers, the Brisbane Broncos. Brisbane became the first Australian side to win the World Club Challenge in England when they defeated Wigan 22–8 at Wigan's Central Park.

Botica played stand-off, and kicked every point in Wigan's 5–4 victory over St. Helens in the 1992 Lancashire Cup Final.[4]

He scored 3 conversions in Wigan's 15–8 victory over Bradford Northern in the 1992–93 Regal Trophy Final,[5] and scored a conversion in the 2–33 defeat by Castleford in the 1993–94 Regal Trophy Final and scored a try and 8 conversions in the 40–10 victory over Warrington in the 1994–95 Regal Trophy Final.[6] Frano Botica holds the records for the most conversions (8) and points (16) in a Regal Trophy (or precursors) Final.

Botica played in the 1994 World Club Challenge against the Broncos again, this time at the ANZ Stadium in Brisbane. Wigan reversed the 1992 result with a 20–14 win in front of a WCC record attendance of 54,220 fans, including a number of Wigan supporters who had travelled to Australia to watch the game. Known as a very accurate goal kicker, Botica kicked four goals from four attempts on the night.

Botica set a new record for most goals in a season for Wigan when he kicked 186 during the 1994–95 Rugby Football League season.[7] He returned to New Zealand to play for the Auckland Warriors during their inaugural year in 1995, before returning to England to play for the Castleford Tigers in 1996.[8]

International

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Botica played in seven internationals for New Zealand between 1991 and 1993.

He made his test début at Fullback against France at Carlaw Park in Auckland on 13 June 1991, kicking eight goals as the Kiwis thrashed the visitors 60–6. He then backed that up with a 6-goal performance in the second test in Christchurch. His selection had seen him flown in from England for the series after a dispute between the New Zealand Rugby League and Manly-Warringah over compensation saw in-form test incumbent Matthew Ridge become unavailable. This dispute, and his own solid form, saw Botica keep his spot for the first test of the 1991 Trans-Tasman Test series against Australia in Melbourne where he kicked four goals and helped the Kiwis to a shock 24–8 win over the Kangaroos. Botica played fullback for the Kiwis in all three tests of the series, eventually won 2–1 by Australia who easily won the second test 44–0 at the Sydney Football Stadium before wrapping up the series with a 40–12 win at Lang Park in Brisbane. The goal kicking Kiwi fullback won praise from Australian coach Bob Fulton who proclaimed that he could play as well as any fullback in the Winfield Cup (NSWRL Premiership). Botica kicked six goals from eight attempts (75%) during the test series.

Botica's last two tests came during the Kiwis' 1993 Tour of Great Britain and France. He played on the wing during the last two tests of the series against the Great Britain Lions at his home ground of Central Park in Wigan and at Headingley in Leeds, though the Lions, who had won the first test at Wembley Stadium 17–0, went on to win the series 3–0. He was not selected for the test against France at the end of the tour and would never again play a test for the Kiwis.

Despite eventually becoming a five-eighth in rugby league, Botica spent much of his early time in the 13-aside code, including five of his seven tests for New Zealand, at fullback or on the wing.

Return to union

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When rugby union became openly professional, Botica returned to the 15-a-side code to play for Llanelli in Wales and then in France. In 1997 and 1998 he played for Croatia in two World Cup qualifying matches. In his late 30s he returned for the North Harbour Rugby Union in New Zealand and played several matches, mainly off the bench.

Later years

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In 2009 Botica worked with the New Zealand Warriors as a kicking coach.[9] Botica's son Ben is a former member of North Harbour's ITM Cup squad, has represented New Zealand Schoolboys,[10] and formerly played for Aviva Premiership side Harlequin F.C.[11] Another of Botica's sons, Jacob, played for Welsh regional sides Dragons and Scarlets in the United Rugby Championship.[12]

In 2016, Botica became head coach of the Philippines national rugby sevens team.[13] He is a real estate agent, working in Auckland.[14]

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Frano Botica (born 3 August 1963) is a New Zealand-Croatian former professional and player, celebrated for his exceptional goal-kicking ability across both codes, and a coach who has contributed to international sevens rugby. Born in Mangakino, , to Croatian heritage, Botica rose through the ranks at and clubs like North Shore and North Harbour, debuting for the All Blacks as a first (fly-half) in 1986 and earning seven Test caps, including appearances in the squad, where he scored 123 points in 27 total matches. His union career highlighted his precision, notably as Player of the Year in 1986, before he switched to in 1990 amid the sport's . In , Botica became a standout with the from 1990 to 1995, where he played as a winger and fullback, amassing over 1,000 points in 93 games—the fastest British-based player to reach that milestone—and setting club records with 423 points in the 1992–93 season (including 184 goals) and 186 goals in 1994–95, a mark that still stands. He represented the Kiwis in seven Tests between 1991 and 1993, contributing to their success, and later joined the Auckland Warriors for their inaugural 1995 season under coach John Monie. Returning to after the code's openness in 1995, Botica played for Orrell in and Llanelli in , and even donned the Croatian jersey for two qualifying matches in 1997 and 1998, scoring 23 points on debut against . His international versatility extended to the , underscoring his dual heritage and adaptability. Post-retirement, Botica transitioned into coaching, serving as head coach of the Philippines national rugby sevens team from 2016 to 2019 and mentoring local clubs in New Zealand until recently. Today, based in Auckland, he operates a successful real estate business on the North Shore, leveraging his elite sports background for business acumen while occasionally engaging in rugby commentary and legends matches.

Early life

Childhood in New Zealand

Frano Botica was born on 3 August 1963 in Mangakino, , to Croatian immigrant parents whose family origins traced back to . Mangakino, a small working-class town in the region, had been established in the late specifically to accommodate workers constructing hydroelectric dams along the , creating a tight-knit, industrious environment shaped by post-war development and high community birth rates during Botica's early years. The town's layout, inspired by garden city principles with curved streets and communal facilities, fostered a sense of settlement amid its transient hydro workforce roots, influencing the modest, family-focused upbringing common to residents like the Botica household. Botica was born in Mangakino but grew up in Wanganui with his large . His Croatian heritage stemmed from his father's side, with family members migrating from the Dalmatian island of in the amid post-World War II waves of Croatian ; his grandfather settled there, married a woman, and integrated into local industries like construction, blending Dalmatian traditions with life in a large that included Botica during his childhood. This multicultural background later contributed to his eligibility to represent internationally. In Mangakino's community-oriented setting, Botica's initial exposure to sports came through local activities and school, where rugby was introduced to children as a core part of New Zealand's starting from primary levels.

Education and family heritage

Botica attended in , where he participated in the school's rugby teams during his secondary education. His time at Westlake involved extracurricular engagement in sports, shaped by peer influences and the school's competitive environment that fostered athletic development. Born in Mangakino to parents Nikola Michael Botica and Maata Botica (née Dick), Botica grew up in a family blending Croatian immigrant roots with Māori heritage; his grandfather had settled in Wanganui after emigrating from the island of Korčula in Croatia and marrying a Māori woman. His father worked in engineering and construction, a traditional Dalmatian-Māori industry, while his mother focused on domestic responsibilities; he has a sister, Vesna Karen Burgess. The family maintained Croatian cultural traditions, including the use of the at home and participation in community festivals that preserved their Dalmatian heritage amid 's multicultural landscape. This multicultural background offered Botica a unique perspective on identity, reflecting the integration challenges faced by Croatian descendants in 1960s-1970s , where ethnic minorities often encountered social pressures and stereotypes rooted in earlier waves of immigration. His Croatian roots later enabled eligibility to represent the national team in .

Rugby union career

Provincial debut and rise

Botica began his club rugby career with North Shore RFC in during the early , where he developed his skills alongside several family members in the team. He made his provincial debut for North Harbour in their inaugural match in 1985, marking the start of a significant rise in domestic rugby. Over the course of his provincial tenure from 1985 to 2001, Botica appeared in 88 games for North Harbour, primarily as a goal-kicking fly-half or winger, amassing 870 points through 16 tries, 194 conversions, 134 penalties, and 5 drop goals. His key performances in the National Provincial Championship (NPC) highlighted his reliability and scoring prowess, including a standout 34-point haul against Country in 1985, which remains North Harbour's single-match record. Botica's consistent goal-kicking and versatile play helped establish him as a cornerstone of the team during its formative years. During this period, he emerged as a strong contender for the All Blacks No. 10 jersey, engaging in a notable rivalry with , who was favored for his superior tactical kicking while Botica was valued for his running game. Botica's versatility was further demonstrated in sevens rugby, where he contributed to New Zealand's first title win in 1986 as part of a star-studded squad that included and Wayne Shelford. This achievement underscored his adaptability across formats and positions, solidifying his reputation ahead of national selection.

All Blacks tenure

Botica earned selection for the All Blacks in 1986 following impressive performances for North Harbour, debuting as fly-half against at in on 28 June 1986, where New Zealand secured an 18-9 victory. From 1986 to 1989, Botica featured in seven test matches, all at fly-half, as part of a transitional All Blacks side. His appearances included the 1986 series against , with results of a 12-13 loss in , a narrow 13-12 win in , and a 9-22 defeat in ; the subsequent tour of , yielding a 19-7 win in and a 3-16 loss in ; and a single test in 1989 against , which New Zealand won 60-9 in . The team recorded four wins and three losses in these fixtures, showcasing Botica's role in high-stakes international encounters. Botica was named in the All Blacks squad for the inaugural hosted in and , where the team claimed the title with a 39-22 victory over in the final at . Although he did not play in any of the tournament's matches—primarily due to Grant Fox's selection at fly-half—Botica contributed to the squad's preparation and overall success as the first World Cup champions. In his test career, Botica's goal-kicking was limited, scoring six points across the seven matches through two drop goals, with no conversions or penalties recorded, as he often operated in a supporting role behind the primary kicker. His overall All Blacks tenure ended after the test due to intense competition for the fly-half position from , whose superior kicking accuracy and tactical control secured the starting spot, leading to Botica's non-selection thereafter.

Rugby league career

Transition and club success

In 1990, Frano Botica transitioned from rugby union to , leaving the New Zealand All Blacks amid the sport's strict amateur status to pursue a professional career with the . His move was part of a broader exodus of union players seeking financial opportunities in the paid code. Botica's exceptional goal-kicking accuracy, developed during his union days, quickly adapted to league demands. Botica enjoyed a highly successful stint with Wigan from 1990 to 1994, appearing in 173 matches, scoring 65 tries, and accumulating 1,907 points through 817 goals and 13 field goals. He achieved the milestone of 1,000 points faster than any other British-based player, reaching it in just his 93rd game. His contributions were pivotal during Wigan's dominant era, which included multiple league championships, victories, and the 1992 and 1995 Premiership titles. A highlight came in the 1994 , where Botica helped defeat the 20–14 at ANZ Stadium, successfully converting all four of his goal attempts to secure the win. That same 1994–95 season, he set a club record with 186 goals, a mark that remains unbroken, underscoring his reliability as a points machine. Botica briefly returned to New Zealand in 1995 for the Auckland Warriors' inaugural season in the Australian Rugby League (ARL), playing 5 games and scoring 46 points. He concluded his league career in England with Castleford in 1996, featuring in 21 matches and adding 190 points to his tally.

International representation

Botica, born in Mangakino, New Zealand, was eligible to represent the national rugby league team, known as the Kiwis, through his birthplace. His selection for the Kiwis came in 1991, shortly after switching to rugby league and joining , where his strong performances as a goal-kicker accelerated his international call-up. Between 1991 and 1993, Botica played in seven test matches for the Kiwis, serving primarily as a utility back capable of filling roles at fullback or on the . These included the 1991 series against , the Trans-Tasman tests versus , and two matches in the 1991 ; the remaining tests occurred during the 1993 tour of and , featuring encounters with and a finale against . His contributions helped secure series victories, notably the clean sweep against in 1991. Botica's key strengths shone through his reliable goal-kicking, exemplified by his debut performance against on 13 June 1991 at Carlaw Park, , where he successfully converted eight goals in New Zealand's dominant 60-6 win. In the 1991 World Cup, he added eight more goals across two matches, scoring 16 points total while supporting the team's campaign. During the 1993 tour, his kicking remained pivotal in tight contests against and the concluding test against . Over his seven tests, Botica amassed 50 points entirely from 25 successful goals, underscoring his role in bolstering the Kiwis' attacking output without scoring any tries.

Return to rugby union

Croatian national team

After retiring from professional rugby league with Castleford in 1996, Frano Botica returned to rugby union in 1997, leveraging his Croatian ancestry—stemming from his grandparents on Korčula island—to gain eligibility for the national team. Botica earned two caps for during the European qualifying campaign, serving primarily as fly-half and goal-kicker to bolster the team's attacking options. His debut came on 17 May 1997 in against , where he played as second and scored 23 points—including four conversions and five penalties—in a 43-24 victory that advanced Croatia in Pool 1 of the qualifiers. Botica's second cap was on 6 June 1998 in against , where lost 27-39 despite Botica contributing at least one penalty; teammate Matthew Cooper added significant points including tries and kicks. These matches underscored Botica's role in providing experience and scoring prowess to a developing side. Driven by a personal connection to his family's homeland, Botica sought to contribute to 's emerging rugby program, which was building momentum in the post-independence through talent amid a non-elite domestic landscape. The team, however, grappled with significant hurdles, including scarce resources, rudimentary infrastructure, and demanding travel logistics for away qualifiers in an era before widespread professional support.

Late club engagements

After concluding his rugby league career with Castleford in 1996, Botica returned to rugby union with a brief stint at Orrell before transferring to Llanelli in September 1996 for a reported transfer fee of approximately £75,000-£85,000, primarily to buy out his contract from Castleford. The signing, on a contract worth around £200,000 per year, was a landmark deal in Welsh rugby, attracting controversy due to the substantial salary amid the nascent professional era and concerns over the club's financial sustainability. At age 33, Botica's arrival was seen as a bold investment, but it exacerbated Llanelli's budgetary pressures, contributing to near-bankruptcy when promised external funding from benefactor Mel Davies failed to materialize, forcing the club to sell its iconic Stradey Park ground to the Welsh Rugby Union for survival. During his two seasons at from 1996 to 1998, Botica featured in 42 matches, primarily as a fly-half and full-back, where his goal-kicking prowess shone through with 450 points scored, including numerous conversions and penalties that aided key victories. Although hampered by occasional injuries, he provided to emerging talents like Stephen Jones and helped instill a professional ethos at the club. Botica departed in 1998 after unpaid wages became untenable, later reflecting that he and his family cherished their time there despite the circumstances. Botica then joined in for the 1999–2001 seasons, where he contributed to their run to the 2001 French final, adding his reliable boot to the team's attack before returning to . Back home, he made a one-off appearance for the Waikato Chiefs in on April 25, 1998, against the , marking his sole game in the . He also rejoined North Harbour for National Provincial (NPC) campaigns in 1998, 1999, and 2001, sharing fly-half duties with younger players like Willie Walker and providing veteran leadership in a total of approximately 20 appearances across those years. Botica retired from playing in 2002 at age 38, having amassed over 1,300 points in his post-league rugby union career, with standout contributions from his Llanelli tenure underscoring his enduring impact as a goal-kicker and playmaker.

Later career

Coaching contributions

After retiring from professional playing in 2002, Frano Botica transitioned into coaching roles, drawing on his extensive experience as a goal-kicker across rugby union and league. In 2009, he joined the New Zealand Warriors rugby league team as their kicking coach, where he focused on mentoring players in advanced kicking techniques to improve accuracy and performance under pressure. His guidance emphasized practical drills derived from his own playing days, during which he set multiple goal-kicking records in the English Rugby League. In 2016, Botica took on the role of for the national team, a position he held until 2020, preparing the squad for major events including qualifiers and Sevens Series tournaments. Under his leadership, the team competed in 15 international sevens campaigns over four years, marking a period of significant development for the emerging program. Key achievements included securing a at the 2019 Southeast Asian Games and qualifying for global stages, such as the 2019 Sevens Series qualifier in , where a blend of experienced players and new recruits elevated the team's competitiveness in Asia. These results helped improve the ' regional rankings and showcased Botica's ability to build a cohesive unit in the fast-paced sevens format. Following his tenure with the Philippines, Botica continued contributing to through local club coaching on the North Shore in , a role he maintained as of 2023. In this capacity, he provided advisory support to and club-level players, applying insights from his dual-code career to foster technical skills in kicking and overall game strategy. His coaching philosophy, informed by decades of high-level play, prioritized precision in set-piece execution and adaptability in dynamic environments like rugby.

Personal life and legacy

Botica is married and has three children, including two sons who pursued professional rugby careers. His eldest son, Ben Botica, represented North Harbour in and played for in before achieving success in , where he was named Player of the Year in 2018. His younger son, Jacob Botica, competed for the Ospreys, Dragons, and in , and later moved to in 2020 to continue his career after stints with ; as of 2025, he plays for Soyaux-Angoulême XV . Botica's family reflects his multicultural background, with Croatian roots through his paternal grandfather from the island of Korčula, which later influenced his representation of in rugby. Since the mid-2010s, Botica has worked as a licensed in , specializing in residential sales for Bayleys Real Estate in the and Gulf Harbour areas, and remains active as of 2025. In the , he has remained active in and media circles, including appearances where he reflects on his , life, and the joys of grandparenthood. Botica's legacy endures as a trailblazer in dual-code rugby, one of 's premier players to switch between union and league, representing the All Blacks in seven Tests and the Kiwis in seven. His time at from 1990 to 1995 set club records, including the fastest to 1,000 points (in 93 games), most points in a season (423 in 1992–93), and most goals in a season (186 in 1994–95), contributing to five championships and five Challenge Cups. As a multicultural figure of Croatian descent playing for , the Kiwis, and later , Botica symbolizes code-switching innovation and global rugby connectivity, with his story featured in publications like The Converts: Changing Codes.

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