Willie Ripia

Quick Facts

Full Name	Willie Ripia
Occupation	Rugby Union Player
Date Of Birth	Aug 20, 1985(1985-08-20)
Age	39
Birthplace	Murupara
Country	New Zealand
Birth City	Bay of Plenty
Horoscope	Leo

Willie Ripia Biography

Willie Ripia is one of the most popular and richest Rugby Union Player who was born on August 20, 1985 in Murupara, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand.

Ripia made his Waikato debut in 2005, but playing behind a logjam of backline talent, in particular Stephen Donald at flyhalf, and an injury setback early in his second year after he ruptured his Achilles tendon playing against Auckland early in 2006, demanding a lengthy rehabilitation period.

Ripia started his Super Rugby career with the Highlanders after he was called into the squad in 2006 as an injury replacement to Nick Evans, making one appearance off the bench against the Western Force.

Willie Ripia Net Worth

Willie Ripia is one of the richest Rugby Union Player from New Zealand. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Willie Ripia 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

Willie Ripia (born 20 August 1985) is a rugby union player. He plays as a first five-eighth. He was born in Murupara, New Zealand. Ripia attended Rotorua Boys’ High School.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Willie Ripia height 5 ft 10 in Margot weight 201  lbs & body measurements will update soon.

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Ripia started his Super 14 career at the Highlanders before moving to the Hurricanes. He also played for Taranaki in the NPC. Ripia has played for New Zealand at U-19 and U-21 levels, and also for New Zealand Maori. In August 2010 he declared his intention to play for Australia when he qualifies on residency. He signed a 2-year contract at the Western Force, but resigned in January 2012 following a serious breach of protocol. Ripia currently plays as a first five-eighth for the Bay of Plenty Steamers in the ITM Cup

Facts & Trivia

Margot Ranked on the list of most popular Rugby Union Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in New Zealand. Willie Ripia celebrates birthday on August 20 of every year.

He then went on and signed a 2-year contract at the Western Force, but resigned in January 2012. He was recruited by the Force in 2010 as a foreign development player, which meant he could eventually qualify for Australia. He missed much of last season with foot and calf injuries but played a solid role in the team’s surge near the end of their 2011 campaign.

Top Facts about Willie Ripia

1. Willie Ripia is a retired New Zealand rugby player.
2. He played as a fly-half and fullback.
3. Ripia was born on January 14, 1985.
4. He made his professional debut in 2006 for the Highlanders.
5. Ripia also played for the Hurricanes, Western Force, and Sunwolves.
6. His highest point-scoring season was with the Western Force in 2010.
7. In total, he scored over 500 points in Super Rugby matches.
8. Ripia represented New Zealand at U19 and U21 levels.
9. He also played for the Maori All Blacks in 2008 and 2010.
10. After retiring from rugby, he became a coach at Massey University Rugby Club.