Lucas CaseyLucas Casey is a New Zealand rugby union player, who plays for the and. His preferred position is flanker.Early careerCasey was born in Kerikeri and attended Kerikeri High School where he played rugby for the first XV. After leaving school, he firstly joined up with the Blues academy, representing their U18 side in 2021, before joining up with the Highlanders academy, representing their U20 side in 2023. The following year, he represented the New Zealand Barbarians U21 side in the 2024 tournament. He plays his club rugby for Kaikorai in Dunedin.Professional careerCasey has represented in the National Provincial Championship since 2024, being named in the squad for the 2025 Bunnings NPC. He was named in the wider training group for the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season.