OK the Mainland Academy 14th Grade Girls, no point in playing 16's because that grade was not strong at all this season. It was better for them to play 14's D1 Waimak Black (core of team was their winning 12th Grade side 2010 + excellent coaching staff) and Coastal Spirit
who had at least 5 Canterbury Reps IIRC. I know 2 girls from the side made NZTC October Oamaru and I think 2 more were already in. The two young ones in the Coastal 14's both made the NZTC Oamaru but in the 12's grouping. So from 14's D1 at least 6 players go into NZTC. Personally I think this is pretty good.
How the Sth Island Tournament pans out might be a better indicator. Last season 12's Girls the Academy Team came last, and the team put together from the various clubs came 5th (again IIRC).