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'''Sisa Waqa''' (born 29 April 1986) is a Fijian professional [[rugby football|rugby]] footballer who last played for [[FC Grenoble]] in French Rugby Union. A [[Fiji national rugby league team|Fiji national]] representative, Waqa primarily plays on the [[Wing (rugby league)|wing]]. Waqa previously played for the [[Sydney Roosters]] in 2009 and the [[Melbourne Storm]] between 2011 and 2014, where he won the [[2012 NRL premiership]].
'''Sisa Waqa''' (born 29 April 1986) is a Fijian retired professional [[rugby football|rugby]] footballer who last played for [[FC Grenoble]] in French Rugby Union. A [[Fiji national rugby league team|Fiji international]] representative, Waqa primarily played on the {{rlp|wg}}. Waqa previously played for the [[Sydney Roosters]] in 2009, [[Melbourne Storm]] between 2011 and 2014, where he won the [[2012 NRL premiership]] and the [[Canberra Raiders]] between 2015 and 2016.


==Background==
==Early life==
The son of former Fiji [[rugby union]] international and former [[Fiji national rugby sevens team|Fiji national sevens side]] assistant coach Etuate Waqa, Waqa represented Fiji at under-18 and under-21 levels. He attended [[Ratu Kadavulevu School]] and was a member of the [[Deans Trophy]]-winning side in 2005 (which was shared with [[Suva Grammar School]]).<ref name=fijirugby>{{cite web|title=Sisa Waqa|url=http://www.fijirugby.com/player.cfm?action=viewplayer&pid=729F9EE2-3048-78A8-DB9ADF5287609C07|publisher=FijiRugby.com|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20110711003656/http://www.fijirugby.com/player.cfm?action=viewplayer&pid=729F9EE2-3048-78A8-DB9ADF5287609C07|archivedate=11 July 2011}}</ref>
Born in [[Suva, Fiji]] the son of former Fiji [[rugby union]] international and former [[Fiji national rugby sevens team|Fiji national sevens]] assistant coach [[Etuate Waqa]].


Waqa was educated at [[Ratu Kadavulevu School]] and was a member of the [[Deans Trophy]]-winning side in 2005 (which was shared with [[Suva Grammar School]]).<ref name="fijirugby">{{cite web|title=Sisa Waqa|url=http://www.fijirugby.com/player.cfm?action=viewplayer&pid=729F9EE2-3048-78A8-DB9ADF5287609C07|publisher=FijiRugby.com|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110711003656/http://www.fijirugby.com/player.cfm?action=viewplayer&pid=729F9EE2-3048-78A8-DB9ADF5287609C07|archive-date=11 July 2011}}</ref> He also represented [[World Rugby Under 20 Championship|2006 Fiji Under 18s]] and [[Fiji national under-20 rugby union team|2006 Fiji Rugby Under 20s]].
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Waqa made a brief appearance for the [[Fiji national rugby union team|Fiji national rugby union team]] in 2007 when he came off the bench as flyhalf in the 78th minute of a match against [[Australia A national rugby union team|Australia A]].<ref name=fijirugby /><ref>{{cite web|date=23 June 2007|title=Match report: Fiji hold Australia A

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|url=http://en.espn.co.uk/scrum/rugby/story/80708.html|publisher=ESPN Scrum}}</ref> Waqa moved to [[Sydney]], [[Australia]] in 2008, where he played for [[Gordon RFC]] in the [[Shute Shield]]. He was offered a contract with the [[ACT Brumbies]] in the [[Super 15]] competition, but the deal fell through as the Brumbies had already reached their foreign-player allowance.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.smh.com.au/rugby-league/league-news/sisa-waqa-promises-canberra-raiders-he-wont-backflip-for-french-rugby-20140905-10cz8k.html|title=Sisa Waqa promises Canberra Raiders he won't backflip for French rugby|publisher=Sydney Morning Herald|accessdate=2016-06-15}}</ref>
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Waqa made a brief appearance for the [[Fiji national rugby union team]] in 2007 when he came off the bench as flyhalf in the 78th minute of a match against [[Australia A national rugby union team|Australia A]].<ref name=fijirugby>{{cite web|title=Sisa Waqa|url=http://www.fijirugby.com/player.cfm?action=viewplayer&pid=729F9EE2-3048-78A8-DB9ADF5287609C07|publisher=FijiRugby.com|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110711003656/http://www.fijirugby.com/player.cfm?action=viewplayer&pid=729F9EE2-3048-78A8-DB9ADF5287609C07|archive-date=11 July 2011}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|date=23 June 2007|title=Match report: Fiji hold Australia A
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|url=http://en.espn.co.uk/scrum/rugby/story/80708.html|publisher=ESPN Scrum}}</ref> Waqa moved to [[Sydney]], Australia in 2008, where he played for [[Gordon RFC]] in the [[Shute Shield]]. He was offered a contract with the [[ACT Brumbies]] in the [[Super 15]] competition, but the deal fell through as the Brumbies had already reached their foreign-player allowance.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.smh.com.au/rugby-league/league-news/sisa-waqa-promises-canberra-raiders-he-wont-backflip-for-french-rugby-20140905-10cz8k.html|title=Sisa Waqa promises Canberra Raiders he won't backflip for French rugby|date=5 September 2014|publisher=Sydney Morning Herald|access-date=2016-06-15}}</ref>


==Playing career==
==Playing career==
===2009===
===2009===
On 3 December 2008, Waqa signed a 2-year contract with the [[Sydney Roosters]] starting from the 2009 season.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/sport/nrl/roosters-huge-new-signing/story-e6frexr9-1111118204811|title=Roosters Huge New Signing|publisher=Dailytelegraph.com.au|accessdate=2016-06-15}}</ref> In Round 4 of the [[2009 NRL season]] against the [[Parramatta Eels]], Waqa made his [[NRL]] debut for the [[Sydney Roosters]] on the [[Wing (rugby league)|wing]] in the Roosters 24-6 win at [[Sydney Football Stadium|SFS]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/nrl/roosters-thrash-eels/story-e6frfgdx-1225697728496|title=Roosters Thrash Eels|publisher=Heraldsun.com.au|accessdate=2016-06-15}}</ref> In Round 14 against the [[Gold Coast Titans]], Waqa scored his first and second NRL career tries in the Roosters 24-20 loss at [[Central Coast Stadium]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.foxsports.com.au/nrl/nrl-premiership/chris-walkers-78th-minute-try-hands-titans-last-ditch-win-over-roosters/story-fn2mcuj6-1225734412493|title=Home &#124; Live Scores & Latest News|publisher=[[Fox Sports]]|date=|accessdate=2016-06-15}}</ref> Waqa finished the 2009 NRL season with him played in 7 matches and scored 2 tries for the Sydney Roosters.
On 3 December 2008, Waqa signed a two-year contract with the [[Sydney Roosters]] starting from the [[2009 NRL season]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/sport/nrl/roosters-huge-new-signing/story-e6frexr9-1111118204811|title=Roosters Huge New Signing|publisher=Dailytelegraph.com.au|access-date=2016-06-15}}</ref> In Round 4 of the [[2009 NRL season]] against the [[Parramatta Eels]], Waqa made his [[NRL]] debut for the [[Sydney Roosters]] on the {{rlp|wg}} in the Roosters 24–6 win at [[Sydney Football Stadium (1988)|SFS]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/nrl/roosters-thrash-eels/story-e6frfgdx-1225697728496|title=Roosters Thrash Eels|publisher=Heraldsun.com.au|access-date=2016-06-15}}</ref> In round 14 against the [[Gold Coast Titans]], Waqa scored his first and second NRL career tries in the Roosters 24–20 loss at [[Central Coast Stadium]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.foxsports.com.au/nrl/nrl-premiership/chris-walkers-78th-minute-try-hands-titans-last-ditch-win-over-roosters/story-fn2mcuj6-1225734412493|title=Home &#124; Live Scores & Latest News|work=[[Fox Sports]]|access-date=2016-06-15}}</ref> Waqa finished the [[2009 NRL season]] with him played in 7 matches and scored 2 tries for the Sydney Roosters as the club finished last on the table and claimed the wooden spoon for the first time since 1966.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.smh.com.au/sport/nrl/the-wooden-spoon-to-premier-gold-roosters-run-recalls-league-history-20100921-15lfu.html|title=The wooden spoon to premier gold? Roosters run recalls league history|first=Chris|last=Barrett|date=21 September 2010|website=The Sydney Morning Herald}}</ref>


===2010===
===2010===
Waqa then signed a three-year contract to play for French top-14 club [[Montauban]], however that fell through due to the club experiencing financial difficulties. Waqa then played in Sydney for the 2010 season in the local competition for Southern Districts before [[Melbourne Storm]] coach [[Craig Bellamy (rugby league)|Craig Bellamy]] was notified of his availability.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/nrl/sisa-waqa-an-arresting-sight-for-melbourne-storm/story-e6frfgbo-1226003233311|title=Sisa Waqa an Arresting Sight for Melbourne Storm|publisher=Heraldsun.com.au|accessdate=2016-06-15}}</ref>
Waqa then signed a three-year contract to play for French top-14 club [[US Montauban]], however that fell through due to the club experiencing financial difficulties. Waqa then played in Sydney for the 2010 season in the local competition for Southern Districts before [[Melbourne Storm]] coach [[Craig Bellamy (rugby league)|Craig Bellamy]] was notified of his availability.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/nrl/sisa-waqa-an-arresting-sight-for-melbourne-storm/story-e6frfgbo-1226003233311|title=Sisa Waqa an Arresting Sight for Melbourne Storm|publisher=Heraldsun.com.au|access-date=2016-06-15}}</ref>


===2011===
===2011===
After a three-month trial during the pre-season, Waqa was signed to a one-year contract after impressing throughout the trial matches.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/nrl/fijian-flyer-sisa-waqa-has-eye-on-car-after-signing-melbourne-storm-deal/story-e6frfgbo-1226014950249|title=Sisa Waqa Has Eye on Car After signing Melbourne Storm Deal|publisher=Heraldsun.com.au|accessdate=2016-06-15}}</ref> Waqa has been playing in the [[New South Wales Cup|NSW Cup]] for Melbourne Storm feeder team Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks, who have a joint venture with the Melbourne Storm. In Round 9 of the [[2011 NRL season]], Waqa made his club debut for the [[Melbourne Storm]] against the [[Brisbane Broncos]] on the wing, scoring a try in the Storms' 29-22 win at [[Suncorp Stadium]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.smh.com.au/rugby-league/league-match-report/griffin-sticks-by-choice-to-rest-wounded-stars-20110507-1edmm.html|title=Griffin sticks by choice to rest wounded stars|website=Smh.com.au|accessdate=2016-06-15}}</ref> After the Storms' match against the [[Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles]] at [[Brookvale Oval]], Waqa was suspended for one week over the incident between [[Adam Blair]] and [[Glenn Stewart]] after he came from the bench to pull players off and to assist Blair in the 5-on-1 fight in the Storms' 18-4 loss.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.smh.com.au/rugby-league/league-news/storm-manly-brawl-erupts-20110826-1jeyg.html|title=Storm, Manly brawl erupts|website=Smh.com.au|accessdate=2016-06-15}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.watoday.com.au/rugby-league/league-news/storm-manly-cop-50000-fines-20110829-1jie6.html|title=Storm, Manly cop $50,000 fines|first=Stathi|last=Paxinos|website=Watoday.com.au|accessdate=2016-06-15}}</ref> Waqa finished the 2011 NRL season with him playing in 10 matches and scoring 4 tries for the Storm.
After a three-month trial during the pre-season, Waqa was signed to a one-year contract after impressing throughout the trial matches.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/nrl/fijian-flyer-sisa-waqa-has-eye-on-car-after-signing-melbourne-storm-deal/story-e6frfgbo-1226014950249|title=Sisa Waqa Has Eye on Car After signing Melbourne Storm Deal|publisher=Heraldsun.com.au|access-date=2016-06-15}}</ref> Waqa has been playing in the [[New South Wales Cup|NSW Cup]] for Melbourne Storm feeder team Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks, who have a joint venture with the Melbourne Storm.
In round 9 of the [[2011 Melbourne Storm season|2011 NRL season]], Waqa made his [[Melbourne Storm]] debut against the [[Brisbane Broncos|Broncos]] on the wing, scoring a try in the Storms' 29–22 win at [[Suncorp Stadium]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.smh.com.au/rugby-league/league-match-report/griffin-sticks-by-choice-to-rest-wounded-stars-20110507-1edmm.html|title=Griffin sticks by choice to rest wounded stars|website=Smh.com.au|date=7 May 2011|access-date=2016-06-15}}</ref> After the Storms' match against the [[Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles]] at [[Brookvale Oval]], Waqa was suspended for one week over the incident between [[Adam Blair]] and [[Glenn Stewart]] after he came from the bench to pull players off and to assist Blair in the 5-on-1 fight in the Storms' 18–4 loss.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.smh.com.au/rugby-league/league-news/storm-manly-brawl-erupts-20110826-1jeyg.html|title=Storm, Manly brawl erupts|website=Smh.com.au|date=26 August 2011|access-date=2016-06-15}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.watoday.com.au/rugby-league/league-news/storm-manly-cop-50000-fines-20110829-1jie6.html|title=Storm, Manly cop $50,000 fines|first=Stathi|last=Paxinos|website=Watoday.com.au|date=29 August 2011|access-date=2016-06-15}}</ref> Waqa finished the [[2011 NRL season]] with him playing in 10 matches and scoring 4 tries for the Storm.


===2012===
===2012===
In Round 4 against his former club the Sydney Roosters, Waqa played his first match in the [[2012 NRL season]] in the Storms’ 44-4 win over the Sydney Roosters at [[AAMI Park]].<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.theaustralian.com.au/sport/nrl/slater-in-two-try-haul-as-melbourne-storm-crush-sydney-roosters-44-4/story-fnca0von-1226309571051|title=Slater in Two Try Haul as Melbourne Storm Crush Sydney Rooster 44-4|newspaper=[[The Australian]]|date=|accessdate=2016-06-15}}</ref> Since that game Waqa struggled to make it into the first grade side and was playing in the NSW Cup for the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks. Waqa returned to first grade in Round 19 against the [[North Queensland Cowboys]] in the Storms' 20-16 loss at AAMI Park.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.couriermail.com.au/sport/nrl/north-queensland-cowboys-edge-melbourne-storm-20-16-at-aami-park/story-e6frep5x-1226426081239|title=North Queensland Cowboys Edge Melbourne Storm 20-16|publisher=Couriermail.com.au|accessdate=2016-06-15}}</ref> Waqa retained his wing spot for the rest of the 2012 season after when regular Storm winger [[Matt Duffie]] suffered a shoulder injury.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.couriermail.com.au/sport/nrl/melbourne-storm-winger-matt-duffie-out-of-finals-with-shoulder-injury/story-e6frepaf-1226454345446|title=Melbourne Storm Winger Matt Duffie Out of Finals With Shoulder Injury|publisher=Couriermail.com.au|accessdate=2016-06-15}}</ref> Waqa starred on the wing in the Melbourne Storms' [[2012 NRL Grand Final]] win over the [[Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs]], his outstanding defensive strategy, which assisted the Storm to a 14-4 point win over the minor premiers.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.foxsports.com.au/nrl/nrl-premiership/player-ratings-for-nrl-premiers-melbourne-storm-from-grand-final-victory-over-canterbury-bankstown/story-fn2mcuj6-1226484883156|title=Home &#124; Live Scores & Latest News|publisher=[[Fox Sports]]|date=|accessdate=2016-06-15}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.news.com.au/sport/nrl/nrl-grand-final-bulldogs-v-storm/story-fndujljl-1226484701474|title=Melbourne Storm beat Canterbury Bulldogs in 2012 NRL grand final|website=News.com.au|accessdate=2016-06-15}}</ref> Waqa finished the 2012 NRL season with him played in 11 matches and scoring 7 tries for the Storm.
In round 4 against his former club the [[Sydney Roosters]], Waqa played his first match in the [[2012 NRL season]] in the Storms’ 44–4 victory over the [[Sydney Roosters]] at [[AAMI Park]].<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.theaustralian.com.au/sport/nrl/slater-in-two-try-haul-as-melbourne-storm-crush-sydney-roosters-44-4/story-fnca0von-1226309571051|title=Slater in Two Try Haul as Melbourne Storm Crush Sydney Rooster 44–4|newspaper=[[The Australian]]|access-date=2016-06-15}}</ref> Since that game Waqa struggled to make it into the first grade side and was playing in the NSW Cup for the [[Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks]]. Waqa returned to first grade in round 19 against the [[North Queensland Cowboys]] in the Storms' 20–16 loss at AAMI Park.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.couriermail.com.au/sport/nrl/north-queensland-cowboys-edge-melbourne-storm-20-16-at-aami-park/story-e6frep5x-1226426081239|title=North Queensland Cowboys Edge Melbourne Storm 20–16|publisher=Couriermail.com.au|access-date=2016-06-15}}</ref> Waqa retained his wing spot for the rest of the 2012 season after when regular Storm winger [[Matt Duffie]] suffered a shoulder injury.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.couriermail.com.au/sport/nrl/melbourne-storm-winger-matt-duffie-out-of-finals-with-shoulder-injury/story-e6frepaf-1226454345446|title=Melbourne Storm Winger Matt Duffie Out of Finals With Shoulder Injury|publisher=Couriermail.com.au|access-date=2016-06-15}}</ref> Waqa starred on the wing in the Melbourne Storms' [[2012 NRL Grand Final]] victory over the [[Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs]], his outstanding defensive strategy, which assisted the Storm to a 14–4 point victory over the minor premiers.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.foxsports.com.au/nrl/nrl-premiership/player-ratings-for-nrl-premiers-melbourne-storm-from-grand-final-victory-over-canterbury-bankstown/story-fn2mcuj6-1226484883156|title=Home &#124; Live Scores & Latest News|work=[[Fox Sports]]|access-date=2016-06-15}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.news.com.au/sport/nrl/nrl-grand-final-bulldogs-v-storm/story-fndujljl-1226484701474|title=Melbourne Storm beat Canterbury Bulldogs in 2012 NRL grand final|website=News.com.au|access-date=2016-06-15}}</ref> Waqa finished the 2012 NRL season with him played in 11 matches and scoring 7 tries for the Storm.
[[File:Sisa Waqa Fiji 2013.jpg|thumb|right|Waqa in 2013]]
[[File:Sisa Waqa Fiji 2013.jpg|thumb|right|Waqa in 2013]]

===2013===
===2013===
On 22 February 2013, Waqa played in the Storm's [[2013 World Club Challenge|World Club Challenge]] match against 2012 [[Super League]] premiers [[Leeds Rhinos]], Waqa played on the wing in the Storms' 18-14.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/sport/nrl/melbourne-storm-ready-for-more-success-after-beating-leeds-rhinos-in-world-club-challenge/story-e6frexnr-1226583990745|title=Storm Ready for More Success After Beating Leeds Rhinos in World Club Challenge|publisher=Dailytelegraph.com.au|accessdate=2016-06-15}}</ref> After the WCC victory, Waqa injured his hand on a piece of glass in a hotel room incident missed first 8 weeks of the 2013 season.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.news.com.au/national/storm-winger-sisa-waqa-suffers-hand-injury-in-hotel-room-incident/story-e6frfkp9-1226588285775|title=Storm winger Sisa Waqa suffers hand injury in hotel room incident|website=News.com.au|accessdate=2016-06-15}}</ref> Waqa played in 22 matches and scored 12 tries for the Storm in the [[2013 NRL season]]. Waqa was named in the [[Fiji national rugby league team|Fiji]] squad for the [[2013 Rugby League World Cup|2013 World Cup]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.vodafone.com.fj/pages.cfm/general/about-us/media-releases-1/media-releases-13/vodafone-fiji-bati-squad-2013.html|title=Archived copy|accessdate=September 24, 2013|deadurl=yes|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20130927120001/http://www.vodafone.com.fj/pages.cfm/general/about-us/media-releases-1/media-releases-13/vodafone-fiji-bati-squad-2013.html|archivedate=September 27, 2013 }}</ref> Waqa played in 4 matches.
On 22 February 2013, Waqa played in the Storm's [[2013 World Club Challenge|World Club Challenge]] match against 2012 [[Super League]] premiers [[Leeds Rhinos]], Waqa played on the wing in the Storms' 18–14.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/sport/nrl/melbourne-storm-ready-for-more-success-after-beating-leeds-rhinos-in-world-club-challenge/story-e6frexnr-1226583990745|title=Storm Ready for More Success After Beating Leeds Rhinos in World Club Challenge|publisher=Dailytelegraph.com.au|access-date=2016-06-15}}</ref> After the WCC victory, Waqa injured his hand on a piece of glass in a hotel room incident missed first 8 weeks of the 2013 season.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.news.com.au/national/storm-winger-sisa-waqa-suffers-hand-injury-in-hotel-room-incident/story-e6frfkp9-1226588285775|title=Storm winger Sisa Waqa suffers hand injury in hotel room incident|website=News.com.au|access-date=2016-06-15}}</ref> Waqa played in 22 matches and scored 12 tries for the Storm in the [[2013 NRL season]]. Waqa was named in the [[Fiji national rugby league team|Fiji]] squad for the [[2013 Rugby League World Cup|2013 World Cup]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.vodafone.com.fj/pages.cfm/general/about-us/media-releases-1/media-releases-13/vodafone-fiji-bati-squad-2013.html|title=Vodafone Fiji : Vodafone Fiji Bati Squad 2013|access-date=24 September 2013|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130927120001/http://www.vodafone.com.fj/pages.cfm/general/about-us/media-releases-1/media-releases-13/vodafone-fiji-bati-squad-2013.html|archive-date=27 September 2013 }}</ref> Waqa played in 4 matches.


===2014===
===2014===
In February 2014, Waqa was included in the [[Melbourne Storm|Storm]]s' inaugural [[2014 Auckland Nines]] squad.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://rugbyleagueweek.com.au/squads-auckland-nines/|title=SQUADS FOR AUCKLAND NINES - Rugby League Week|date=13 February 2014|website=Rugbyleagueweek.com.au|accessdate=2016-06-15}}</ref> On 21 July 2014, Waqa announced that he signed a 2-year deal with the [[Canberra Raiders]] commencing in 2015.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.smh.com.au/rugby-league/league-news/canberra-raiders-sign-sisa-waqa-to-twoyear-deal-20140721-zvbla.html|title=Canberra Raiders sign Sisa Waqa to two-year deal|website=Smh.com.au|accessdate=2016-06-15}}</ref> In Round 22 against the [[Newcastle Knights]], Waqa scored 4 tries in the Storms' shock 32-30 loss after giving away a 30-20 lead with 3 minutes to go at [[Hunter Stadium]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/sport/nrl/newcastle-knights-snatch-victory-at-the-death-against-the-melbourne-storm/story-fni3gf5j-1227019128839|title=Knights Snatch Victory at the Death Against the Storm|publisher=Dailytelegraph.com.au|accessdate=2016-06-15}}</ref> Waqa scored a try in his final match for the Storm in Melbourne’s 28-4 Finals Week 1 loss to the [[Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs]] at AAMI Park.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/sport/nrl/the-bulldogs-have-beaten-the-melbourne-storm-284-in-a-sudden-death-clash-at-aami-park/story-fni3fbgz-1227058085199|title=The Bulldogs Have beaten the Storm 28-4|website=Dailytelegraph.com.au|accessdate=2016-06-15}}</ref> Waqa finished the [[2014 NRL season]] as the Storms' highest tryscorer with 18 in 24 matches.
In February 2014, Waqa was included in the [[Melbourne Storm|Storm]]s' inaugural [[2014 Auckland Nines]] squad.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://rugbyleagueweek.com.au/squads-auckland-nines/|title=SQUADS FOR AUCKLAND NINES – Rugby League Week|date=13 February 2014|website=Rugbyleagueweek.com.au|access-date=2016-06-15|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160115214258/http://rugbyleagueweek.com.au/squads-auckland-nines/|archive-date=15 January 2016|df=dmy-all}}</ref> On 21 July 2014, Waqa announced that he signed a 2-year deal with the [[Canberra Raiders]] commencing in 2015.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.smh.com.au/rugby-league/league-news/canberra-raiders-sign-sisa-waqa-to-twoyear-deal-20140721-zvbla.html|title=Canberra Raiders sign Sisa Waqa to two-year deal|website=Smh.com.au|access-date=2016-06-15}}</ref> In Round 22 against the [[Newcastle Knights]], Waqa scored 4 tries in the Storms' shock 32–30 loss after giving away a 30–20 lead with 3 minutes to go at [[Hunter Stadium]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/sport/nrl/newcastle-knights-snatch-victory-at-the-death-against-the-melbourne-storm/story-fni3gf5j-1227019128839|title=Knights Snatch Victory at the Death Against the Storm|publisher=Dailytelegraph.com.au|access-date=2016-06-15}}</ref> Waqa scored a try in his last match for the Storm in Melbourne's 28–4 Finals Week 1 defeat by the [[Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs]] at AAMI Park.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/sport/nrl/the-bulldogs-have-beaten-the-melbourne-storm-284-in-a-sudden-death-clash-at-aami-park/story-fni3fbgz-1227058085199|title=The Bulldogs Have beaten the Storm 28–4|website=Dailytelegraph.com.au|access-date=2016-06-15}}</ref> Waqa finished the [[2014 NRL season]] as the Storms' highest tryscorer with 18 in 24 matches.


===2015===
===2015===
On 17 January 2015, Waqa was named in the [[Canberra Raiders|Raiders]] [[2015 Auckland Nines]] squad.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://rugbyleagueweek.com.au/raiders-unveil-2015-nines-squad/|title=RAIDERS UNVEIL 2015 NINES SQUAD - Rugby League Week|date=17 January 2015|website=Rugbyleagueweek.com.au|accessdate=2016-06-15}}</ref> In Round 1 of the [[2015 NRL season]] against the [[Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks]], Waqa made his club debut for the Canberra Raiders on the wing, scoring a try in the Raiders 24-20 win at Remondis Stadium.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/sport/nrl/sharks-v-raiders-cronulla-a-long-way-off-the-pace-in-loss-to-canberra-short-of-highlights/story-fni3gol8-1227253693351|title=Sharks v Raiders : Cronulla a Long Way Off the Pace in Loss to Canberra Short of Highlights|publisher=Dailytelegraph.com.au|accessdate=2016-06-15}}</ref> In August 2015, there were rumours about Waqa was seeking a release from the Raiders to sign a 3-year deal with a [[Rugby union in France|French rugby union club]] but later decided to stay out his 2-year commitment with the club.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.foxsports.com.au/nrl/nrl-premiership/nrl-2015-raiders-coach-ricky-stuart-says-winger-sisa-waqa-wont-leave-canberra-for-french-rugby/story-e6frf3qc-1227482525524|title=Home &#124; Live Scores & Latest News|publisher=[[Fox Sports]]|date=|accessdate=2016-06-15}}</ref> Waqa finished his first year with the Canberra Raiders with him playing 21 matches and scoring 6 tries in the season.
On 17 January 2015, Waqa was named in the [[Canberra Raiders|Raiders]] [[2015 Auckland Nines]] squad.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://rugbyleagueweek.com.au/raiders-unveil-2015-nines-squad/|title=RAIDERS UNVEIL 2015 NINES SQUAD – Rugby League Week|date=17 January 2015|website=Rugbyleagueweek.com.au|access-date=2016-06-15}}</ref> In round 1 of the [[2015 NRL season]] against the [[Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks]], Waqa made his club debut for the [[Canberra Raiders]] on the wing, scoring a try in the Raiders 24–20 win at [[Endeavour Field|Remondis Stadium]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/sport/nrl/sharks-v-raiders-cronulla-a-long-way-off-the-pace-in-loss-to-canberra-short-of-highlights/story-fni3gol8-1227253693351|title=Sharks v Raiders : Cronulla a Long Way Off the Pace in defeat by Canberra Short of Highlights|publisher=Dailytelegraph.com.au|access-date=2016-06-15}}</ref> In August 2015, there were rumours about Waqa was seeking a release from the Raiders to sign a three-year deal with a [[Rugby union in France|French rugby union club]] but later decided to stay out his 2-year commitment with the club.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.foxsports.com.au/nrl/nrl-premiership/nrl-2015-raiders-coach-ricky-stuart-says-winger-sisa-waqa-wont-leave-canberra-for-french-rugby/story-e6frf3qc-1227482525524|title=Home &#124; Live Scores & Latest News|work=[[Fox Sports]]|access-date=2016-06-15}}</ref> Waqa finished his first year with the Canberra Raiders with him playing 21 matches and scoring 6 tries in the season.


===2016===
===2016===
On 30 January 2016, Waqa was named in the Raiders 2016 Auckland Nines squad.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://rugbyleagueweek.com.au/raiders-name-2016-nines-squad/|title=Raiders name 2016 Nines squad - Rugby League Week|date=30 January 2016|website=Rugbyleagueweek.com.au|accessdate=2016-06-15}}</ref> On March 14, Waqa was confirmed to be released from his contract at the end of June to join [[Top 14]] rugby union side, [[FC Grenoble|Grenoble]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.smh.com.au/rugby-league/league-news/nrl-canberra-raiders-release-sisa-waqa-to-french-rugby-20160314-gnispr.html|title=NRL: Canberra Raiders release Sisa Waqa to French rugby|website=Smh.com.au|accessdate=2016-06-15}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.raiders.com.au/news/2016/03/14/raiders_to_release_w.html|title=Raiders to Release Waqa|website=Raiders.com.au|accessdate=2016-06-15}}</ref> On 7 May 2016, Waqa played for [[Fiji national rugby league team|Fiji]] against [[Papua New Guinea national rugby league team|Papua New Guinea]] in the [[Pacific Rugby League International#Melanesian Cup 2|2016 Melanesian Cup]] where he played at centre in the 24-22 loss at [[Parramatta Stadium]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/sport/nrl/papua-new-guinea-hold-on-to-upset-fiji-in-pacific-test-thriller/news-story/2f752f9bd3573ba524f1c5f1deb0f6e2|title=Papua New Guinea Hold On to Upset Fiji in Pacific Test Thriller|publisher=Dailytelegraph.com.au|accessdate=2016-06-15}}</ref>
On 30 January 2016, Waqa was named in the Raiders 2016 Auckland Nines squad.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://rugbyleagueweek.com.au/raiders-name-2016-nines-squad/|title=Raiders name 2016 Nines squad – Rugby League Week|date=30 January 2016|website=Rugbyleagueweek.com.au|access-date=2016-06-15|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160323141537/http://rugbyleagueweek.com.au/raiders-name-2016-nines-squad/|archive-date=23 March 2016|df=dmy-all}}</ref> On 14 March, Waqa was confirmed to be released from his contract at the end of June to join [[Top 14]] rugby union side, [[FC Grenoble|Grenoble]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.smh.com.au/rugby-league/league-news/nrl-canberra-raiders-release-sisa-waqa-to-french-rugby-20160314-gnispr.html|title=NRL: Canberra Raiders release Sisa Waqa to French rugby|website=Smh.com.au|access-date=2016-06-15}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.raiders.com.au/news/2016/03/14/raiders_to_release_w.html|title=Raiders to Release Waqa|website=Raiders.com.au|access-date=2016-06-15}}</ref> On 7 May 2016, Waqa played for [[Fiji national rugby league team|Fiji]] against [[Papua New Guinea national rugby league team|Papua New Guinea]] in the [[Pacific Rugby League International#Melanesian Cup 2|2016 Melanesian Cup]] where he played at centre in the 24–22 loss at [[Parramatta Stadium]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/sport/nrl/papua-new-guinea-hold-on-to-upset-fiji-in-pacific-test-thriller/news-story/2f752f9bd3573ba524f1c5f1deb0f6e2|title=Papua New Guinea Hold On to Upset Fiji in Pacific Test Thriller|publisher=Dailytelegraph.com.au|access-date=2016-06-15}}</ref>

===2017===
On 16 May 2017, Waqa was in talks to rejoin former club Melbourne but the move never eventuated. On 12 December 2017, Waqa made the headlines for the wrong reasons. He was reported to have borrowed money to pay off alleged gambling debts but never paid the money back to his victims. In one case, Waqa reportedly borrowed $12,000 off a student he had befriended. He also reportedly owed money to The Salvation Army, when a worker from The Salvation Army attended Waqa's rental property they found nobody at the residence and Waqa's car had all four of its wheels slashed and both tail lights knocked out.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.smh.com.au/sport/nrl/melbourne-storm-could-sign-sisa-waqa-for-rest-of-nrl-season-20170517-gw6ta5.html|title=Melbourne Storm could sign Sisa Waqa for rest of NRL season|first=Roy|last=Ward|date=17 May 2017|website=The Sydney Morning Herald}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.9news.com.au/national/high-flying-fijian-footballer-leaves-trail-of-debt-in-his-wake/7d14a4c0-c0e1-499e-9abe-0105708b4b74|title=High-flying Fijian footballer leaves trail of debt|website=www.9news.com.au}}</ref>

===Post-Playing Career===
Waqa now resides in [[Pilbara]] working on the railways in regional [[Western Australia]]. He has four children.


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Sisa Waqa
Personal information
Full nameSisa Ledua Waqa
Born (1986-04-29) 29 April 1986 (age 38)
Suva, Fiji
Height186 cm (6 ft 1 in)
Weight98 kg (15 st 6 lb)
Playing information
Rugby league
PositionWing, Centre
Club
Years Team Pld T G FG P
2009–10 Sydney Roosters 7 2 0 0 8
2011–14 Melbourne Storm 67 41 0 0 164
2015–16 Canberra Raiders 21 6 0 0 24
Total 95 49 0 0 196
Representative
Years Team Pld T G FG P
2013–16 Fiji 6 2 0 0 0
Rugby union
PositionCentre, Wing, Fullback
Club
Years Team Pld T G FG P
2016–17 Grenoble 9 1 0 0 5
Representative
Years Team Pld T G FG P
2007 Fiji 1 0 0 0 0
Source: [1]

Sisa Waqa (born 29 April 1986) is a Fijian retired professional rugby footballer who last played for FC Grenoble in French Rugby Union. A Fiji international representative, Waqa primarily played on the wing. Waqa previously played for the Sydney Roosters in 2009, Melbourne Storm between 2011 and 2014, where he won the 2012 NRL premiership and the Canberra Raiders between 2015 and 2016.

Early life

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Born in Suva, Fiji the son of former Fiji rugby union international and former Fiji national sevens assistant coach Etuate Waqa.

Waqa was educated at Ratu Kadavulevu School and was a member of the Deans Trophy-winning side in 2005 (which was shared with Suva Grammar School).[2] He also represented 2006 Fiji Under 18s and 2006 Fiji Rugby Under 20s.

Waqa made a brief appearance for the Fiji national rugby union team in 2007 when he came off the bench as flyhalf in the 78th minute of a match against Australia A.[2][3] Waqa moved to Sydney, Australia in 2008, where he played for Gordon RFC in the Shute Shield. He was offered a contract with the ACT Brumbies in the Super 15 competition, but the deal fell through as the Brumbies had already reached their foreign-player allowance.[4]

Playing career

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2009

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On 3 December 2008, Waqa signed a two-year contract with the Sydney Roosters starting from the 2009 NRL season.[5] In Round 4 of the 2009 NRL season against the Parramatta Eels, Waqa made his NRL debut for the Sydney Roosters on the wing in the Roosters 24–6 win at SFS.[6] In round 14 against the Gold Coast Titans, Waqa scored his first and second NRL career tries in the Roosters 24–20 loss at Central Coast Stadium.[7] Waqa finished the 2009 NRL season with him played in 7 matches and scored 2 tries for the Sydney Roosters as the club finished last on the table and claimed the wooden spoon for the first time since 1966.[8]

2010

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Waqa then signed a three-year contract to play for French top-14 club US Montauban, however that fell through due to the club experiencing financial difficulties. Waqa then played in Sydney for the 2010 season in the local competition for Southern Districts before Melbourne Storm coach Craig Bellamy was notified of his availability.[9]

2011

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After a three-month trial during the pre-season, Waqa was signed to a one-year contract after impressing throughout the trial matches.[10] Waqa has been playing in the NSW Cup for Melbourne Storm feeder team Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks, who have a joint venture with the Melbourne Storm.

In round 9 of the 2011 NRL season, Waqa made his Melbourne Storm debut against the Broncos on the wing, scoring a try in the Storms' 29–22 win at Suncorp Stadium.[11] After the Storms' match against the Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles at Brookvale Oval, Waqa was suspended for one week over the incident between Adam Blair and Glenn Stewart after he came from the bench to pull players off and to assist Blair in the 5-on-1 fight in the Storms' 18–4 loss.[12][13] Waqa finished the 2011 NRL season with him playing in 10 matches and scoring 4 tries for the Storm.

2012

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In round 4 against his former club the Sydney Roosters, Waqa played his first match in the 2012 NRL season in the Storms’ 44–4 victory over the Sydney Roosters at AAMI Park.[14] Since that game Waqa struggled to make it into the first grade side and was playing in the NSW Cup for the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks. Waqa returned to first grade in round 19 against the North Queensland Cowboys in the Storms' 20–16 loss at AAMI Park.[15] Waqa retained his wing spot for the rest of the 2012 season after when regular Storm winger Matt Duffie suffered a shoulder injury.[16] Waqa starred on the wing in the Melbourne Storms' 2012 NRL Grand Final victory over the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs, his outstanding defensive strategy, which assisted the Storm to a 14–4 point victory over the minor premiers.[17][18] Waqa finished the 2012 NRL season with him played in 11 matches and scoring 7 tries for the Storm.

Waqa in 2013

2013

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On 22 February 2013, Waqa played in the Storm's World Club Challenge match against 2012 Super League premiers Leeds Rhinos, Waqa played on the wing in the Storms' 18–14.[19] After the WCC victory, Waqa injured his hand on a piece of glass in a hotel room incident missed first 8 weeks of the 2013 season.[20] Waqa played in 22 matches and scored 12 tries for the Storm in the 2013 NRL season. Waqa was named in the Fiji squad for the 2013 World Cup.[21] Waqa played in 4 matches.

2014

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In February 2014, Waqa was included in the Storms' inaugural 2014 Auckland Nines squad.[22] On 21 July 2014, Waqa announced that he signed a 2-year deal with the Canberra Raiders commencing in 2015.[23] In Round 22 against the Newcastle Knights, Waqa scored 4 tries in the Storms' shock 32–30 loss after giving away a 30–20 lead with 3 minutes to go at Hunter Stadium.[24] Waqa scored a try in his last match for the Storm in Melbourne's 28–4 Finals Week 1 defeat by the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs at AAMI Park.[25] Waqa finished the 2014 NRL season as the Storms' highest tryscorer with 18 in 24 matches.

2015

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On 17 January 2015, Waqa was named in the Raiders 2015 Auckland Nines squad.[26] In round 1 of the 2015 NRL season against the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks, Waqa made his club debut for the Canberra Raiders on the wing, scoring a try in the Raiders 24–20 win at Remondis Stadium.[27] In August 2015, there were rumours about Waqa was seeking a release from the Raiders to sign a three-year deal with a French rugby union club but later decided to stay out his 2-year commitment with the club.[28] Waqa finished his first year with the Canberra Raiders with him playing 21 matches and scoring 6 tries in the season.

2016

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On 30 January 2016, Waqa was named in the Raiders 2016 Auckland Nines squad.[29] On 14 March, Waqa was confirmed to be released from his contract at the end of June to join Top 14 rugby union side, Grenoble.[30][31] On 7 May 2016, Waqa played for Fiji against Papua New Guinea in the 2016 Melanesian Cup where he played at centre in the 24–22 loss at Parramatta Stadium.[32]

2017

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On 16 May 2017, Waqa was in talks to rejoin former club Melbourne but the move never eventuated. On 12 December 2017, Waqa made the headlines for the wrong reasons. He was reported to have borrowed money to pay off alleged gambling debts but never paid the money back to his victims. In one case, Waqa reportedly borrowed $12,000 off a student he had befriended. He also reportedly owed money to The Salvation Army, when a worker from The Salvation Army attended Waqa's rental property they found nobody at the residence and Waqa's car had all four of its wheels slashed and both tail lights knocked out.[33][34]

Post-Playing Career

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Waqa now resides in Pilbara working on the railways in regional Western Australia. He has four children.

References

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  1. ^ "Sisa Waqa – Career Stats & Summary". Rugby League Project. Retrieved 15 June 2016.
  2. ^ a b "Sisa Waqa". FijiRugby.com. Archived from the original on 11 July 2011.
  3. ^ "Match report: Fiji hold Australia A". ESPN Scrum. 23 June 2007.
  4. ^ "Sisa Waqa promises Canberra Raiders he won't backflip for French rugby". Sydney Morning Herald. 5 September 2014. Retrieved 15 June 2016.
  5. ^ "Roosters Huge New Signing". Dailytelegraph.com.au. Retrieved 15 June 2016.
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  8. ^ Barrett, Chris (21 September 2010). "The wooden spoon to premier gold? Roosters run recalls league history". The Sydney Morning Herald.
  9. ^ "Sisa Waqa an Arresting Sight for Melbourne Storm". Heraldsun.com.au. Retrieved 15 June 2016.
  10. ^ "Sisa Waqa Has Eye on Car After signing Melbourne Storm Deal". Heraldsun.com.au. Retrieved 15 June 2016.
  11. ^ "Griffin sticks by choice to rest wounded stars". Smh.com.au. 7 May 2011. Retrieved 15 June 2016.
  12. ^ "Storm, Manly brawl erupts". Smh.com.au. 26 August 2011. Retrieved 15 June 2016.
  13. ^ Paxinos, Stathi (29 August 2011). "Storm, Manly cop $50,000 fines". Watoday.com.au. Retrieved 15 June 2016.
  14. ^ "Slater in Two Try Haul as Melbourne Storm Crush Sydney Rooster 44–4". The Australian. Retrieved 15 June 2016.
  15. ^ "North Queensland Cowboys Edge Melbourne Storm 20–16". Couriermail.com.au. Retrieved 15 June 2016.
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  18. ^ "Melbourne Storm beat Canterbury Bulldogs in 2012 NRL grand final". News.com.au. Retrieved 15 June 2016.
  19. ^ "Storm Ready for More Success After Beating Leeds Rhinos in World Club Challenge". Dailytelegraph.com.au. Retrieved 15 June 2016.
  20. ^ "Storm winger Sisa Waqa suffers hand injury in hotel room incident". News.com.au. Retrieved 15 June 2016.
  21. ^ "Vodafone Fiji : Vodafone Fiji Bati Squad 2013". Archived from the original on 27 September 2013. Retrieved 24 September 2013.
  22. ^ "SQUADS FOR AUCKLAND NINES – Rugby League Week". Rugbyleagueweek.com.au. 13 February 2014. Archived from the original on 15 January 2016. Retrieved 15 June 2016.
  23. ^ "Canberra Raiders sign Sisa Waqa to two-year deal". Smh.com.au. Retrieved 15 June 2016.
  24. ^ "Knights Snatch Victory at the Death Against the Storm". Dailytelegraph.com.au. Retrieved 15 June 2016.
  25. ^ "The Bulldogs Have beaten the Storm 28–4". Dailytelegraph.com.au. Retrieved 15 June 2016.
  26. ^ "RAIDERS UNVEIL 2015 NINES SQUAD – Rugby League Week". Rugbyleagueweek.com.au. 17 January 2015. Retrieved 15 June 2016.
  27. ^ "Sharks v Raiders : Cronulla a Long Way Off the Pace in defeat by Canberra Short of Highlights". Dailytelegraph.com.au. Retrieved 15 June 2016.
  28. ^ "Home | Live Scores & Latest News". Fox Sports. Retrieved 15 June 2016.
  29. ^ "Raiders name 2016 Nines squad – Rugby League Week". Rugbyleagueweek.com.au. 30 January 2016. Archived from the original on 23 March 2016. Retrieved 15 June 2016.
  30. ^ "NRL: Canberra Raiders release Sisa Waqa to French rugby". Smh.com.au. Retrieved 15 June 2016.
  31. ^ "Raiders to Release Waqa". Raiders.com.au. Retrieved 15 June 2016.
  32. ^ "Papua New Guinea Hold On to Upset Fiji in Pacific Test Thriller". Dailytelegraph.com.au. Retrieved 15 June 2016.
  33. ^ Ward, Roy (17 May 2017). "Melbourne Storm could sign Sisa Waqa for rest of NRL season". The Sydney Morning Herald.
  34. ^ "High-flying Fijian footballer leaves trail of debt". www.9news.com.au.
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