NAME: Josiah ......

POSITION: Loose Head Prop

AGE: 23

HEIGHT: 188cm

WEIGHT: 108kg

BIRTH PLACE: N/A

SEEKING: Overseas professional/semi professional for after NZ 2026 season

AVAILABILITY: Available

PASSPORTS:

New Zealand

MARITAL STATUS: Single

Personal Overview

26/27 Highlights so far:

https://youtu.be/0O3aooKiU78?si=bL2XvYJqRMP_gC-n

25/26 Highlights: 

https://youtu.be/chgqslcJkoo?si=vVEuiUA-LqasPErD


Interested in professional overseas oppurtunites (Italy, Spain, Portugal are places of interest)

Interested in local oppurtunities to higher honours (pathway to NZ NPC)

  1. PROFILE

    Dynamic and physically dominant loosehead prop with experience at NPC Development level, Hong Kong semi-professional rugby, and as a starting prop for a leading New Zealand Premier club side.

    Combines strong technical scrummaging ability with exceptional physicality, work rate, and mobility around the field. A powerful ball carrier and defender, known for bringing aggression, intensity, and consistent physical impact to both set piece and open play. Brings a strong understanding of front-row technique, body position, and scrum mechanics, while maintaining the fitness and mobility required to contribute effectively in a high tempo game for 80 minutes. Demonstrates silky handling skills, sound decision making under pressure, and the ability to maintain a high work rate throughout matches.

    Recognised for physicality, work rate, coachability, and leadership qualities, with the ability to contribute consistently at a high level and adapt to different playing environments. A committed and versatile loosehead prop who provides strength and aggression at scrum time while offering genuine impact around the field.

    Key Strengths

    Dominant ball carrying
    Aggressive and effective tackling
    Strong scrummaging technique and power
    Lineout lifting and jumping ability
    High work rate, on-field energy, and match fitness Accurate handling and passing skills
    Strong game awareness and decision making
    Leadership and teamwork
    Discipline and professionalism

Certified Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor. 

Previous Clubs

  • 2021 - Greerton Marist Premiers
  • 2025 - Hong Kong Football Club

Coaching References

 

Brendon Mckeown

Bay of Plenty Ngāwhā, Greerton Marist Premier

+64 21 023 01770

brendon@boprugby.co.nz

 

Ben Stiffleet

Hong Kong Football Club

+64 27 316 5714

ben.stiffleet@hkrugby.com