Ngati Tuwharetoa, Te Ati Haunui a Pāpārangi, Ngati Maniapoto
RODEO
12 NZ All Round Cowboy championships
1973,74.75,76,77,78,79.81,82,83,84,85
NZ Rope & Tie Championship 1997
2 NZ Steer Wrestling Championships 1983, 84,85,88,89,93
Recognised for his versatility in Rodeo, dog trialists, pig and deer hunting.
His sons and grandchildrens are carrying on his feats in Rodeo.