Moana Pasifika Lifeline: Saving the Heart of Pacific Rugby
The future of Moana Pasifika currently hangs in the balance, as the embattled Super Rugby franchise faces a daunting financial maelstrom that threatens its very existence. Recent reports revealed the club has been forced into liquidation, facing debts totaling NZ$2.7 million. This crisis deepened when the outgoing owners, the Pasifika Medical Association (PMA), announced they […]
Save Moana Pasifika: Why Rugby Union Cannot Afford to Lose Its Pacific Heartbeat
The rugby world has just been hit with a devastating bombshell. After just five seasons of fighting tooth and nail in Super Rugby Pacific, Moana Pasifika is set to completely fold at the end of the 2026 season. The team’s primary owners, the Pasifika Medical Association—led by chief executive Debbie Sorensen—have officially informed the players […]
Tonga set for Denver clash against Zimbabwe in World Rugby Nations Cup
The World Rugby Nations Cup 2026 is continuing to build momentum on the international rugby calendar, with Pacific Island nations once again playing a central role in the identity and impact of the competition. One of the key fixtures taking place in the United States will be in Denver on July 4, where ‘Ikale Tahi […]
The Fight for Samoan Rugby: Why a New Union is Vital for the 2027 World Cup
For years, rugby has been the beating heart of Samoa, but right now, the sport we love is caught in a devastating bind. We are standing at a critical crossroads where the future of Samoan rugby is on the line. Prime Minister La’aulialemalietoa Leuatea Polataivao Fosi Schmidt is officially looking to establish a brand-new Samoa […]
Tana Umaga Joins All Blacks: Why His Defense & Mana are Game Changers
The announcement that Fa’alogo Tana Umaga is joining Dave Rennie’s new coaching staff as the All Blacks’ defence coach has sent ripples through the rugby world. This isn’t just another coaching appointment; it is a profound move that brings a legend back into the fold. Umaga is stepping into this role to bring immense expertise, […]
Black Ferns Sevens Stun Australia: Epic Comeback to Win Inaugural New York Sevens
The stage was set for a classic showdown as the Black Ferns Sevens squared off against their fierce rivals, Australia, in the inaugural New York Sevens final,. What unfolded over fourteen breathless minutes was an extraordinary spectacle that will be etched into rugby sevens history. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Polynesian […]
BREAKING NEWS : Tuilaepa’s stepping-down as Chairman of Lakapi Samoa
The breaking news is finally out: Hon Tuilaepa Sailele Malielegaoi has announced he is stepping down as Chairman of Lakapi Samoa, ending a 26-year reign that began in 2000. But let’s be brutally honest—this resignation is long overdue, and if Samoan rugby is truly going to be saved, the entire board must follow him out […]
Dave Rennie: The Pasifika Powerhouse the All Blacks Needed All Along
It’s official, and frankly, it is about time. Dave Rennie has been named the new head coach of the All Blacks, taking the reins after the tumultuous end to Scott “Razor” Robertson’s tenure. Opening his press conference with the greeting “Kia Orana koutou,” Rennie didn’t just address the room; he signaled a monumental shift in […]
From Saleimoa to Las Vegas : The Unbreakable Spirit of Setu Tu
Las Vegas is a city built on neon lights and overnight luck, but for 26-year-old Setu Tu, stepping onto the pitch at Allegiant Stadium this Saturday is anything but a gamble. It is the culmination of a grueling, heartbreaking, and ultimately triumphant journey. When the St. George Illawarra Dragons winger makes his long-awaited NRL debut […]
A Nation Ready for Reform: Why Samoan Rugby Must Be Rebuilt for the Future.
Rugby in Samoa has never simply been a game. It is heritage. It is identity. It is pride woven intothe rhythm of village life and carried across oceans by generations of Samoans who have takentheir talent to the world stage. Yet today, despite its immense global influence and extraordinarytalent pipeline, Samoan rugby stands at one […]