Who Is Portia Woodman? Age, Biography, and Wiki
Portia Woodman was born on July 12, 1991, making her 34 years old in 2025. Born in Auckland, New Zealand, she is renowned for her exceptional skills in rugby union. Portia first gained recognition in the international rugby scene, showcasing her talent in both sevens and the traditional 15-a-side format. Throughout her career, she has earned several accolades, including representing New Zealand in the Women's Rugby World Cup and in various international tournaments.
| Occupation | Netball Player |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | July 12, 1991 |
| Age | 34 Years |
| Birth Place | Kawakawa, New Zealand |
| Horoscope | Cancer |
| Country | New Zealand |
Popularity
Portia Woodman's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Portia stands at an athletic height of 1.75 meters (5 feet 9 inches). Her weight is approximately 80 kg (176 lbs), giving her a powerful presence on the field. Her measurements reflect her dedication to fitness, essential for her demanding career in professional rugby.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
As of 2025, Portia Woodman is reportedly single, focusing on her career and personal growth. While she keeps her personal life somewhat private, there have been speculations regarding her relationships in the past. Portia shares a strong bond with her family, who have always been supportive of her sports journey. Given her public persona and dedication to her sport, fans are often curious about her dating life.
Both of her parents are teachers and named her after the heroine from their favourite play, The Merchant of Venice. Woodman has two brothers Baden and Dalton.
Net Worth and Salary
Portia Woodman’s estimated net worth in 2025 is around $1 million. Her income primarily stems from her successful rugby career, endorsements, and participation in sports-related events. As women’s sports continue to grow, her earnings are likely to reflect increased opportunities within the industry, including sponsorships and brand partnerships.
With the permission of the CEO of the Northern Mystics, Woodman and McAlister were allowed to play both netball and rugby. Woodman's initial contract to play for the sevens paid her $20,000 a year. To bring in additional income Woodman would train between 5:30 and 7:30 in the morning before working as a teacher's aide at a childcare centre before doing more training in the evening.
Career, Business, and Investments
Woodman’s rugby career commenced at a young age, and she quickly rose through the ranks. She is known as one of the top players in rugby sevens, having played a pivotal role in New Zealand's successes in the World Rugby Women’s Sevens Series. Her exceptional performances have also led her to participate in the Olympics and World Cups.
In addition to her on-field achievements, Portia is increasingly interested in business ventures related to sports and wellness. While specific details about her investments are not widely public, it is evident that she is paving the way for a successful post-rugby career.
Her secondary education was undertaken at Mount Albert Grammar School where her aunt Te Aroha Keenan, was Deputy Principal and in charge of netball. As rugby wasn't an option for girls at the school, the only other team option that interested her was netball.
She also had hopes of representing her country in athletics at the Olympics and participated in the sport from the age of 10 until she was approximately 17 years old. This meant catching three buses from Mt Albert Grammar School to attend sprint training at AUT Millennium on the North Shore.
Over summer weekends Woodman would compete for Takapuna Athletics Club at athletic events. The highlight of her athletics career was competing in the 100 metres and triple jump at the New Zealand Secondary Schools Championships in 2008 and the North Island New Zealand Secondary Schools Championships in 2009.
Social Network
Portia Woodman maintains a significant presence on social media platforms, including Instagram and Twitter, where she has a growing fan base. She often shares insights into her training, competitions, and personal life, allowing fans to connect with her journey. Her handles can typically be found under her name, and she engages her audience by promoting fitness, health, and empowerment in women's sports.
Woodman became aware of the initiative via an ad on Facebook which induced both Woodman and her friend Kayla McAlister at the Northern Mystics to attend a trial. At the trial (which they attended without informing their coach) they were put through various fitness, rugby skill and character assessment activities.
Of the 800 who attended the trial, Woodman and McAlister were among the 30 deemed promising who attended a training camp at Waiouru in mid-2012. Woodman discovered an immediate synergy with the game.
Looking back, Woodman has commented that athletics gave her the ability to run efficiently, while netball gave her the footwork and the hand-eye coordination skills to catch and run.
Education
Portia Woodman pursued her education at Auckland Girls' Grammar School, where she started to develop her rugby skills. After high school, details about her further education remain sparse, as she has largely focused on her athletic career. However, her dedication to her sport demonstrates a commitment to personal and professional growth, both on and off the field.
As a four-year-old she was fast enough to beat six-year-old girls in sprint races on family days at the local marae. Her speed was noticed at school and she was encouraged into athletics. Her early years were spent in Kaikohe before in 1997 the family relocated to Auckland. The seven year old Woodman remembers being distraught at the move away from her familiar environment.
