USA Rugby Stars Tafuna & Brody Reveal Surprising Sides in World Cup Q&A
[CITY, STATE] – As the Rugby World Cup heats up, USA players are stepping into the spotlight both on and off the field. In a recent quickfire interview, Freda Tafuna and Tahlia Brody offered fans a glimpse into thier personalities, revealing everything from irrational fears to dream vacation spots. The interviews provide a unique perspective on the athletes representing the nation on the world stage.The pair’s responses highlight the diverse backgrounds and interests within the USA Rugby squad, showcasing them as more than just athletes. From cultural pride to pop culture passions, Tafuna and Brody’s answers offer a compelling look at the individuals driving the team’s performance.
Tafuna expressed immense gratitude for the possibility to compete, stating, ”It’s an honour, honestly.Everyone knows being part of a World Cup roster is something hard to get to. To be recognised and then to be able to come out and compete against all these world-class players is hard, so just being here is an honour and a blessing.” When asked which nation boasts the best rugby fans aside from her own, Tafuna didn’t hesitate: “Tonga!” She also revealed a surprising aversion to public speaking, admitting she’d be “terrible” at any job requiring extensive interaction, and shared a family-inherited fear of snakes.Driven by a desire to elevate Polynesian depiction, Tafuna hopes to “put us on the map” thru her performance. Her dream getaway? Singapore, inspired by its reputation as “the world’s cleanest contry” and the film crazy Rich Asians.
Brody, simultaneously occurring, demonstrated a deep love for the Star Wars franchise, declaring Empire Strikes Back her favorite and playfully quoting, ”I don’t like the sand, it’s coarse and rough,” from Attack of the Clones.If given the chance to live anywhere for a year, Brody would choose Japan, citing her fascination with the language and culture, and also her practice of Japanese martial arts and a previous enjoyable visit to Okinawa.A souvenir from a trip to Amsterdam? A cheeky apron with a bare chest for her brother. Beyond rugby, Brody enjoys drawing, baking, and indulging her inner “Star Wars nerd” and ”anime nerd.” When asked to choose a mascot,she enthusiastically selected a Wookie.
