Pat Leafa

Patrick Leafa is a professional rugby union player with the Melbourne Rebels. His preferred position is Hooker. Born and raised in New Zealand, Leafa played club rugby for Auckland Marist Brothers Old Boys where he captained the side  and represented Auckland in the ITM cup.

He pursued his rugby career by moving to Australia and playing for the Tuggeranong Vikings in the ACT. He earned opportunities to play with the Brumby Runners - the Brumbies development squad.

He was signed by the Melbourne Rebels after a break out season that included winning player of the year for his club, the McDougall Medal for player of the tournament in 2012 and the ACT Griffins player of the year.

Leafa has been contracted by the Melbourne Rebels and offered a place in the Extended Player Squad.