Hurricanes sign powerful young tight head prop, Siale Lauaki

The Hurricanes have today confirmed the signing of young tighthead prop, Hurricanes and New Zealand under-20 representative, Siale Lauaki, until 2025.  

Lauaki, who was first identified at St Patrick's College in Wellington, began his journey with the Hurricanes under-18s as a year 12 student in 2020.  

Since, he has shown tremendous potential, representing both the Hurricanes and New Zealand at under-20's level, before signing with the Hurricanes on a National Development contract for the 2023 season. 

Expressing his excitement, Lauaki said, "It feels pretty surreal. 

“I’ve been supporting this team since I was little and to be a part of it now is a dream come true. I am really grateful to be a part of such a great club with such strong culture, and where I feel like I belong.  

“Being in this environment is a great opportunity for me to be exposed to the areas of my game that need work. It gives me the chance to rub shoulders with world-class props, guys like Owen Franks and Tyrel Lomax, and coaches like Jamie Mackintosh, and learn as much as I can from them,” said Lauaki.