Jarrad Hoeata

ABOUT JARRAD HOEATA

New Zealander who joined both the Highlanders and the All Blacks in 2011.

He moved up through the Canterbury system before going professional.

He was arrested for drunk driving in 2010, but still had a terrific season.

His brother Riki Hoeata also became a professional rugby player.

He and fellow New Zealander Chris Smylie both played for the Highlanders.