Powerful centre Aleksandra Tunufai is one of the rising young players in our Harvey Norman NSW Women’s Premiership team.
We caught up with Aleksandra to get to know a little more about her.
Player Profile
Name: Aleksandra Tunufai
DOB: 5/6/2005
Birthplace: Auckland, New Zealand
Position: Second Row, Centre
Nickname: Sandra, Alex
What's your favorite rugby league memory growing up?
I only started playing league about three years ago, so I would say winning the U18s grand final with my club team where it all started at.
Who are your favourite rugby league players in NRL or NRLW?
Isabella Kelly, Spencer Leniu
What does it mean to you to be part of the first Manly Harvey Norman’s Women’s team?
It’s an absolute privilege honestly. I'm super grateful to be able to be in this position. I won’t be taking it for granted. I want to earn my spot and prove to everyone that I deserve to be here.
Funniest team-mate?
My bestie Anna Tonu'u 🤣🤣
What are your goals this season?
To get even fitter, improve my technique/skills, and to run harder.
Tell us about your family and any special achievements?
My family are my everything, everything that I do is for them. Born and raised around people who support my dreams is what makes me being here so much easier, especially my Mum. She is the main reason behind my journey. Being here at Manly would have to be my biggest achievement so far.
Who is your hero?
My mum ❤️
What's your favorite movie and why?
Currently Bad Boys! It's funny in so much ways, but always so many lessons behind it, especially true loyalty and friendships.
What do you enjoy doing in your free time?
I love to sleep!
Are you a morning person or a night owl?
Night owl
Coach Keith Hanley says:
"Aleksandra is from this year's Tarsha Gale Cup (U19s) team. A big strong, outside back who can play second-row as well. Very powerful ball carrier who hits the line strongly and is difficult to stop one-on-one, yet two on one. A very skillful girl and a smart defender who communicates well."
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