Santo Taumata

Date of Birth: 5 February 2003
Position: Prop
Provincial Union: Northland

Prop Santo Taumata joins Matatū for the 2026 season, bringing physicality and presence to the front row. With previous experience in the Aupiki environment, Taumata is a strong scrummager who adds power and stability at set piece.

Having come from Bay of Plenty, Taumata continues to develop as a front rower with a high work rate around the field. Her ability to contribute beyond the scrum adds valuable depth to the forward pack as she looks to make an impact in 2026.