Crusaders unveil their best for 2018

The Crusaders has unveiled their best player for 2018, at an awards ceremony in Christchurch.

Awards were presented for the Rookie of the Year, Player of the Year and Champion Crusader of the Year - an award voted for by the team and presented to the player whose off-field contribution is just as influential as the work he does on the field.

Crusaders award winners:

Rookie of the Year: Ethan Blackadder

Player of the Year: Matt Todd

Champion Crusader of the Year: Codie Taylor