Elinor-Plum King

Date of Birth: 1 June 2001
Position: Loose Forward
Provincial Union: Manawatū

Elinor-Plum King joins Matatū after two seasons with Hurricanes Poua and brings experience across both Super Rugby Aupiki and provincial rugby. Originally from Manawatū, King has represented her province since high school and has continued to develop into a strong loose forward.

Comfortable across the back row, Elinor-Plum is known for her work rate, physicality, and competitiveness around the park. Her performances have also seen her earn selection for the Black Ferns XV programme.

Now making the move south, King adds valuable experience and depth to the Matatū forward pack as she continues to grow her game at the elite level.