Maselino Masoe
A former WBA World Middleweight Champion, who represented his native Samoa at 3 Olympics from 1988-1996 before turning pro in 1997.
Boxing
Jimmy Thunder
Former IBO Heavyweight Boxing Champion. He recorded the World’s fastest knock-out victory in 1997 of 1.7 seconds not including the count.
David Tua
Former Professional Heavyweight Boxer who represented New Zealand by way of Samoa. Boxing Gym Owner of David Tua Health & Fitness (based in Onehunga).
Sonny Bill Williams
A NZPBA Heavyweight Champion, former Rugby league player and current Rugby union player. Is known in Rugby League and Rugby Union for his ability to offload the ball in the tackle and, in rugby league, for his shoulder charges. He is the second person to represent New Zealand in both Rugby League and Rugby Union. Williams converted to Islam in 2008 and is the first Muslim to play for the All Blacks.
Battling La’avasa
A professional boxer who represented Samoa and New Zealand in the Middleweight division in the late 60’s and throughout the 70’s. A true legend and pioneer to the New Zealand fight game.