Gallagher Chiefs player Naitoa Ah Kuoi stays with club for another year
Gallagher Chiefs lock Naitoa Ah Kuoi has extended his contract with the club for another year.
The 24-year-old made the announcement on his Instagram page in a special episode of 'Toa's Tours' featuring fellow Bay of Plenty player Leroy 'Boomfa' Carter.
Ah Kuoi made his debut for the Chiefs in
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