Stephen Jeffery "Dick" UluaveUluave, Stephen Jeffery (Dick) 1979 - Kiwi #546
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footballer who represented both

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and

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at international level.

Early years

Born in Tonga in 1954, Uluave emigrated to New Zealand in 1972.

Playing career

Uluave represented the Manwatu district and is known for being the only ever Manawatu representative to play for the national side. He also played for New Zealand Māori. He toured the United Kingdom in 1983 with the New Zealand Māori side. In 1979 he was selected for the

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and played in two test matches, scoring one try. Uluave played for

in the 1986 Pacific Cup and was named in the team of the tournament. He again represented Tonga at the 1988 Pacific Cup.

References

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