Rachel Makata (nee Dolheguy; born 10 July 1974) is a former female rugby union player. She played for New Zealand internationally and for Auckland. She was in the squad that won the 2006 Rugby World Cup in Canada.[1] Makata also represented Auckland's under 21 netball team.

Rachel Makata
Date of birth (1974-07-10) 10 July 1974 (age 50)
Height1.7 m (5 ft 7 in)
Weight77 kg (170 lb; 12 st 2 lb)
Rugby union career
Position(s) Loose forward
Provincial / State sides
Years Team Apps (Points)
2005 Auckland ()
International career
Years Team Apps (Points)
2006 New Zealand 2 (5)
Medal record
Representing  New Zealand
Women's rugby union
Rugby World Cup
Gold medal – first place 2006 Canada Team competition

Makata made only two appearances for the Black Ferns, she scored a try in her international debut at the 2006 Rugby World Cup on 4 September against Samoa.[2] Her last appearance was against Scotland in the pool stages.[3]

References

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  1. ^ NZ Herald (26 July 2006). "Black Ferns World Cup squad named". Retrieved 11 July 2014.
  2. ^ "Women\'s Rugby World Cup sees a flurry of tries - Taipei Times". www.taipeitimes.com. 6 September 2006. Retrieved 31 December 2022.
  3. ^ "Marist Brothers Old Boys Rugby Club". www.aucklandmarist.co.nz. Retrieved 31 December 2022.
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