Katelyn Vahaakolo
Katelyn Vahaakolo is a fast and powerful winger for the Black Ferns, known for her ability to break tackles and score tries.
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Katelyn Vahaakolo returns to the squad for the match against France.
Black Ferns v France: New Zealand side eye strong Women’s Rugby World Cup finish
New Zealand· 2025-09-27
Substitute Katelyn Vahaakolo had the last say, scoring New Zealand’s eighth of the day right on fulltime.
Black Ferns v South Africa: New Zealand shake off South Africa to reach Rugby World Cup semfinalsNew Zealand· 2025-09-13
Wing Katelyn Vahaakolo scored as their ability to move the ball at pace opened gaps in the South African defence.
Canada breeze past Australia to set up World Cup semi-final against New Zealand – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-09-13
Katelyn Vahaakolo will return to the matchday squad for her second appearance in this World Cup in du Plessis’ place on the bench.
Black Ferns v South Africa live updates, Rugby World Cup quarter-finalNew Zealand· 2025-09-13
Katelyn Vahaakolo was the 2023 World Rugby breakthrough player of the year but was not included in the squad for the upcoming test against Ireland.
Women’s Rugby World Cup: Black Ferns step campaign up for Ireland testNew Zealand· 2025-09-06
Katelyn, who made the code switch from league to union in 2023, makes no apologies for her voice.
Triple Threat: Black Ferns Katelyn Vahaakolo, Jorja Miller, Maia Joseph shine in new Sky docuseriesNew Zealand· 2025-08-29
Katelyn Vahaakolo has emerged as a key player in the Black Ferns squad.
How Black Ferns comebacks and versatility shaped the World Cup squad – Alice SoperNew Zealand· 2025-07-25
Vahaakolo is one of the young stars included in the squad.
No room for Ruby Tui as Black Ferns name 33-strong squad for Rugby World Cup defenceNew Zealand· 2025-07-25
Katelyn Vahaakolo is a player for the Black Ferns.
Black Ferns v Wallaroos live updates: World Champions host Australia for Laurie O’Reilly CupNew Zealand· 2025-07-12
Katelyn Vahaakolo was among the other names in the battle for spots in the outside backs.
Black Ferns beat Black Ferns XV in Whangārei trial matchNew Zealand· 2025-07-05
Katelyn Vahaakolo scored three tries in the match against the USA.
Black Ferns v USA: Portia Woodman-Wickliffe scores seven tries as Black Ferns claim Pacific Four titleNew Zealand· 2025-05-24
Katelyn Vahaakolo discusses the importance of using their platforms to inspire people about women's rugby.
Katelyn Vahaakolo and Ilona Maher discuss women’s rugby growth in AucklandNew Zealand· 2025-05-23
Katelyn Vahaakolo starts on the left wing.
Black Ferns vs USA: Sevens stars named as Ferns ring changes for final Pacific Four testNew Zealand· 2025-05-22
Winger Katelyn Vahaakolo will bring pace and power on the wings.
Black Ferns v Australia: Live updates from the Pacific Four Series clash in NewcastleNew Zealand· 2025-05-10Katelyn Vahaakolo will bring pace and power on the wings.
Black Ferns v Wallaroos: Braxton Sorensen-McGee to make test debut after impressive Super Rugby Aupiki campaignNew Zealand· 2025-05-08