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 (age 53)
Place of birth	Higashiōsaka, Osaka
Height	5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
Weight	202 lb (92 kg)
School	Aida High School, Higashiosaka
University	Meiji University
Rugby union career
Position(s) Centre Amateur team(s) Years Team Apps (Points) 1987-1990 Aida HS, Higashiosaka () 1990-1994 Meiji University RFC () Senior career Years Team Apps (Points) 1994-2010[1] Kobelco Steelers () International career Years Team Apps (Points) 1991-2005 Japan 79 (45)

Club career

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

International career

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; in 1999, again in three matches; and in 2003. He never scored in any of his World Cup presences.