Willie Ripia, Date of Birth, Place of Birth

Willie Ripia

New Zealand rugby union player

Date of Birth: 20-Aug-1985

Place of Birth: Murupara, Bay of Plenty Region, New Zealand

Profession: rugby union player

Nationality: New Zealand

Zodiac Sign: Leo

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. 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