Staff Directory

Tai Tuisamoa

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Assistant Coach
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Tai Tuisamoa begins his first year as assistant coach of Princeton women's rugby in 2026-27.

“Tai brings with him a wealth of experience with skill and character development,” said Head Coach Karameli Fa’ae’e. “He is a joy to be around, and the impact he is going to have on our athletes and beyond will be tremendous for the program.”

An accomplished player himself, Tuisamoa had six international caps with the USA Eagles between 2013 and 2015, also playing professionally at London Scottish (2014-15) and OMBAC San Diego (2009-12, 2016-21, 2025) as recently as last year. In 2016, he was also a member of the inaugural San Diego Breakers team.

Before coming to Princeton, he served as a coach on staff of the San Diego Surfers. He also has coaching experience at Patrick Henry High School.

At the youth level, Tuisamoa serves as the president and coach of Try Time Youth Rugby, a San Diego-based non-profit organization that provides rugby opportunities for low income families.