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September 17, 2023 48 mins

Former Flying Fijian captain Deacon Manu joins us on Ep 25. A man who has played rugby at the highest level, Deacon is proof that diverse interests and pursuits provides a robust platform for success in all areas of life.
 
Having played nearly 70 caps for the mighty Waikato Chiefs, Deacon left NZ for Wales where he played a whopping 154 times for the Llanelli Scarlets. It was from here he was selected to represent and captain the Fijian national team at the 2011 Rugby World Cup! An avid lifetime learner, Deacon is currently studying a research masters as a pathway to a PhD exploring Pasifika wellbeing in rugby.

Deacon is also a founding member of the Pacific Rugby Players - a collective mandated to protect and safeguard the interests of Pacific rugby players across the globe. An integral part of his all-round success, Deacon attributes to his family and his faith in God.

Vinaka vaka levu Deacon - congrats on all your success and God bless you in your future endeavours.

Deacon Manu (LinkedIn): linkedin.com/in/deaconmanu
Pacific Rugby Players: Pacific Rugby Players – Pacific Island Rugby Players United

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