Tana Umaga
Tana Umaga is the iconic captain of the New Zealand national rugby team, the All Blacks.
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He continues to inspire
Makes you proud to be a Kiwi does Tana. A man of integrity, skill and pace. A complete devotion to his nation an immense passion for the game Tana has become the insperational leader the allblacks have been looking for since Fitzy. A great asset to the game of rugby union, he continues to inspire the adoring New Zealand public as well as many othrs. A symbol of New Zealands diverse cultural make up, Tana's of Samoan heritage born in the Hutt valley will go down as one of the best.
Charlie, United Kingdom - 26 November 2005
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Inspirational leader
I would like to thank Tana for taking a lot of bad press this year getting through it all and leading the boys to the Lions series win, the Bledisloe cup and the Try Nations you are truly an inspirational leader.
Katie, New Zealand - 07 September 2005
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A big love bite
I quite agree Tana is a great role model and not only in New Zealand. His work with kids should be an inspiration to us all. He certainly does derserve a big love bite for being such a great, caring person and for being such an inspiration and much admired captain.
Keren, Spain - 23 September 2005
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The best rugby player EVER
Tana has written his name in the history books of Rugby as the best rugby player EVER. I think there is no other player that has his skills, courage, confidence and respectful attitude.
Sio, Samoa - 04 September 2006
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You should win a Nobel Prize
Dear Mr Umaga, As a father of two and a keen rugby fan, I would like to commend you as both the greatest rugby player on the planet and a great ambassador for fathers who care about their children's development, both physical and educational. You should win a Nobel Prize! I will always back you as you will always back our kids. Here's to the future.
Jeremiah, New Zealand - 14 October 2006
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Supporting the All Blacks no matter what it takes
I think Tana is really great. I am officially a New Zealander but I moved to Australia a year ago. I am going to keep supporting the All Blacks no matter what it takes.
alysha, Australia - 03 May 2006
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An inspiration to young rugby 'hopefuls'
What can I say about Tana Umaga..he is a legend! He is a brilliant captain and of course an absolutely awesome rugby player. I was lucky enough to catch his final AB's game in Scotland (sniff, sniff). The response he got from the crowd after the match was incredible. Chanting "U-ma-u-ma-ga". I'm sure it would fall under one of his many 'proud moments'. He is truly in an inspiration to young rugby 'hopefuls' and to his fellow team mates.
Nicky, New Zealand - 27 May 2006
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Inspire the uninspired
I've growing up watching softball, cricket, league but not rugby. Not until Tana set food with NZ All Blacks...well actually when he joined the Wellington Hurricanes. I've never stopped since. Tana, if you read this, just want you to know that you inspire the uninspired. Your braveness brings warmth and smiles too all who watch, especially me. I don't know what to say but Tana you are a legendary NZ Hero along with others. You'll always be a GREAT in my books! Keep smiling your beautiful smile!
Irene, New Zealand - 22 December 2005
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A great person as well as a great player
In the first All Black game I ever saw, Tana Umaga stood out immediately as someone worth watching. Everything I have since read about it has underscored that he is a great person as well as a great player. My dream is to see him play in person.
Ann, United States - 18 October 2005
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Really moves me...
The way that brave Tana spearheads the All Black's attack against the Lions really moves me - he deserves much more than just a Lovemark!
James, New Zealand - 01 July 2005
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