WITHthe Women’s RWC in full flow, one person who has left her mark is Kiwi-born Samoan, now Irish player, Sene Nauopu.
Naoupu, right, moved to Galway a number of years ago and has since represented her adopted nation in both Sevens and Fifteens. Cutting an imposing figure in Ireland’s backline, she displays a naturally abrasive style that betrays her Polynesian roots.
Like many New Zealanders with Pacific Island ancestry, Sene is a proud Samoan at heart. As well as representing her adopted nation to the best of her ability, giving back to the Pacific community remains at the for...
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