Tana Umaga will leave Moana Pasifika for the All Blacks at the end of the Super Rugby season. Photo / Photosport“I know what I’m getting myself into and I’m looking forward to the challenge.”Umaga said leaving his role at Moana Pasifika was hard. “It’s going to be hard leaving, but I’m not going to be too far. Debbie Sorensen, CEO of Moana Pasifika, said the club were happy for Umaga. Neil Barnes has been brought in as senior assistant coach, Scotsman Mike Blair is set to join as attack coach and Jason Ryan will remain in his role as forwards coach.

Source: New Zealand Herald March 24, 2026 02:03 UTC