Yukio Motoki

Yukio Motoki (元木由記雄, Motoki Yukio) (born Higashiōsaka, Osaka. August 27, 1971) is a former Japanese rugby union footballer. He played as a centre and was known for his powerful running and tackling.

Yukio Motoki
Motoki in 2013
Date of birth (1971-08-27) August 27, 1971
Place of birthHigashiōsaka, Osaka
Height5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
Weight202 lb (92 kg)
SchoolAida High School, Higashiosaka
UniversityMeiji University
Rugby union career
Position(s) Centre
Amateur team(s)
Years Team Apps (Points)
1987-1990
1990-1994
Aida Secondary School, Higashiosaka
Meiji University RFC
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Senior career
Years Team Apps (Points)
1994-2010[1] Kobelco Steelers ()
National team(s)
Years Team Apps (Points)
1991-2005  Japan 79 (45)

He played for Meiji University and for Kobelco Steelers in the Japanese Top League.

Motoki had 79 caps representing Japan, scoring 9 tries, 45 points in aggregate, from 1991 to 2005. He was selected for four Rugby World Cup finals, in 1991, without playing, in 1995, playing in three matches, 1999, again in three matches, and 2003. He never scored in any of his World Cup presences.

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