Jahzyah Tawera (Apolo)
Gisborne,GIS
Summary
In short, Jahzyah is a dynamic and results-driven athlete with proven leadership throughout all his sports, excelling in effective communication and strategic thinking. Recognized for enhancing team performance and commitment to everything he does. A fast learner, dedicated to continuous improvement, and fostering a positive team environment on and off the field.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
WAIMA LEAGUE ~
FULLBACK / CENTER
WAIMA, TOKOMARU BAY
09.2023 - Current
- Communicated effectively with other players during matches to coordinate plays and tactics.
- Practiced and improved individual skills such as passing, tackling, kicking, and decision-making.
- Adhered to all safety regulations while playing rugby league matches.
- Demonstrated sportsmanship on the field by displaying respect for opponents, coaches and referees.
- Accepted constructive criticism from coaches and teammates to improve skills.
- Practiced good sportsmanship before, during and after sporting events and practices.
UAWA RUGBY CLUB ~
FULLBACK / OPENSIDE FLANK
TOLAGA BAY, GIS
05.2021 - Current
- Practiced passing, tackling, kicking, and other rugby skills in team training sessions.
- Demonstrated strong leadership qualities on the field of play.
- Maintained physical fitness through regular workouts.
- Adhered to safety protocols during all practices and games.
- Communicated effectively with fellow players during competition.
- Identified areas of improvement in own performance after each match.
- Attended coaching sessions to refine individual and team tactics.
- Collaborated with teammates to develop effective game plans.
- Attended all scheduled practices and training sessions to maintain peak athletic performance.
- Accepted constructive criticism from coaches and teammates to improve skills.
- Practiced good sportsmanship before, during and after sporting events and practices.
TEAMS & ACTIVITIES THAT JAH HAS BEEN A PART OF
- PRIMARY & INTERMEDIATE
EAST COAST
08.2017 - Current
- ATHLETICS (TRACK AND FIELD)
- CROSS-COUNTRY
- TRIATHLON
- RIPPA RUGBY
- TOUCH RUGBY
- RUGBY UNION
- SEVENS RUGBY
- RUGBY LEAGUE
- ULTIMATE FRISBEE
- CRICKET
- FOOTBALL
- SWIMMING
- VOLLEYBALL
- BADMINGTON
- KI O RAHI
- FUTSAL
- MATHLETES TEAM
- CHESS CLUB
- LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS
- KAPA HAKA
- NGA AHI KAPUNI (Learning Māori Storytelling/ Whaikōrero)
TURANGANUI SCHOOLS MAORI
CULTURAL FESTIVAL
Gisborne
11.2016 - Current
- Performed for the first time on stage with his kindergarten class at 4 years old (2016).
- Performed in the front row on stage from ages 5 to 8 with his primary school, Hatea-a-Rangi.
- Performed in the front row at 9 years old with Te Hapara Primary School.
- Led Te Hapara, performing on stage as Kaea at 10 years old.
- There was no Kapa Haka roopu at Gisborne Intermediate in Jah's first year attending. They have established a roopu in his second year. They are currently practicing to perform on stage in 2025.
Education
Gisborne Intermediate
Gisborne, NZTe Hapara
Gisborne, NZSkills
- Effective communication
- Team leadership
- Performance analysis
- Strategic thinking
- Problem-solving
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Fast learner
- Active
- Honest and reliable
- Self-motivated/driven
- Strives to excel and be the best
- Thrives in a challenging environment
- Patient
- Goal setting
Accomplishments
2024 Badges
- Cross-Country
- Math team
- Sport colours
- Ki-o-rahi
- 7s rugby
- Sports Ed
- Student of the week
- Student reader
- Ukelele
- Soccer/football
- Lightweight rugby
- Mathletics
- Beach challenge
- Touch rugby
2025 badges
- Futsal
- Academic colours
- Math extension
- Cultural colours
- First 15 rugby
- Contribution
- Honours
Timeline
WAIMA LEAGUE ~
FULLBACK / CENTER
09.2023 - Current
UAWA RUGBY CLUB ~
FULLBACK / OPENSIDE FLANK
05.2021 - Current
TEAMS & ACTIVITIES THAT JAH HAS BEEN A PART OF
- PRIMARY & INTERMEDIATE
08.2017 - Current
TURANGANUI SCHOOLS MAORI
CULTURAL FESTIVAL
11.2016 - Current
Gisborne Intermediate
Te Hapara
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