Va’aiga Tuigamala was a rugby player from Samoa. In New Zealand, he was a member of the rugby union team.
He made 19 All Blacks games and competed in the World Cup in 1991 before switching codes and converting to rugby league.
Inga the Winger joined Wigan Warriors in 1993 and won multiple medals after four successful seasons, quickly becoming a fan favourite and gaining the nickname Inga the Winger. In 1995, he returned to union, playing for Wasps and Newcastle Falcons.
Tuigamala scored 62 tries in 102 appearances for Wigan Warriors over five seasons. With Wigan, he won three league titles and two Challenge Cups before making the switch to union, where he appeared in 126 games for Wasps and Newcastle Falcons, scoring 180 points.
After retiring from rugby, Tuigamala worked as a funeral director. He passed away at the age of 52.
Va’aiga Tuigamala family: Who are his wife and children?
His wife’s name is Daphne Tuigamala. For many years, she has served as the Director of Peaceful Funeral Services Ltd.
Jordan and Vaise were their two children (Bubba).
Who are his parents and siblings?
He was bred in an extended family with 14 siblings. He adored his brothers and sisters and admired his of us for his or her sacrifices.
Tuigamala’s youngest sister, Helen Verry was a pastor. Beforehand, she died in a workplace accident on 30 January 2022 in Auckland.
However he has a cousin named as David Tua.
