A talented rugby league player who has represented New Zealand in international competitions, known for his skills on the field and dedication to the sport.
Braden Hamlin-Uele is a name synonymous with power, speed, and skill on the rugby league field. As a prop for the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks in the NRL, he has made a name for himself as one of the most exciting young players in the sport.
Born on January 9, 1995, in Blacktown, Australia, Hamlin-Uele is of English, Samoan, and English descent. He moved to New Zealand before the age of one and grew up playing rugby league in Auckland.
Hamlin-Uele's junior rugby league days were spent playing for the Glenora Bears and Point Chevalier Pirates before signing with the Sydney Roosters. In 2013, he started the season playing for the Roosters SG Ball Cup side and made his NYC debut later that year.
In 2014, he represented the Junior Kiwis, and in 2015, he joined the North Queensland Cowboys, playing for their NYC side and once again representing the Junior Kiwis. After graduating from the NYC, Hamlin-Uele signed a two-year NRL contract with the Cowboys.
In Round 21 of the 2017 NRL season, Hamlin-Uele made his NRL debut against the Sydney Roosters. He spent the majority of the 2018 season playing for Cronulla's feeder club team Newtown in the Intrust Super Premiership NSW.
In 2019, he made a total of 21 appearances for Cronulla, helping the club finish in 7th spot on the table. In June of that year, he signed a contract extension with Cronulla, keeping him at the club until the end of the 2022 season.
Hamlin-Uele has played for both Samoa and New Zealand at the international level, a testament to his Samoan heritage and his formative years in New Zealand.
Hamlin-Uele's journey to the top of the rugby league world is a testament to his hard work and dedication. From his early days playing junior rugby league in Auckland to his NRL debut and contract extensions, he has consistently shown his ability to adapt and thrive in new environments.
As he continues to grow as a player and a person, Hamlin-Uele is sure to be an exciting prospect to watch in the rugby league world.
