Adam Tangata

Adam Tangata (born 17 March 1991) is a Cook Islands professional rugby league player.

He has played for the Mount Pritchard Mounties in the NSW Cup and he also played for the Canberra Raiders Under 20s side in 2011.

He primarily plays prop.

He is a Cook Islands international, and he represented his nation in the 2013 Rugby League World Cup.

Adam signed for English semi-professional club Halifax for the 2015 season, on a two-year contract..

Adam is known for his aggressive tackling and hit-ups, and has become a fans' favourite at Halifax. He has his own chant - "ooh aah Tangata".

Adam was named in the Cook Islands squad for the 2017 Rugby League World Cup qualifying match against Tonga.