Sir Michael Jones currently serves as the chairperson of the Pasifika Rugby Hall of Fame, a testament to his leadership and commitment to celebrating the achievements of Pasifika rugby players. Under his guidance, the Hall of Fame continues to honor and recognize the contributions of Pasifika athletes on the
global stage. Jones’s contributions to rugby and the Pacific community have been widely acknowledged. He received the New Zealand 1990 Commemoration Medal for his service to the Pacific Island community and was appointed a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit (MNZM) for his services to rugby. In 2003, he was inducted into the International Rugby Hall of Fame, further solidifying his status as a rugby icon. Additionally, in the 2017 Queen’s Birthday Honours, he was promoted to Knight Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit (KNZM) for his services to the Pacific community and youth. Sir Michael Jones’s legacy transcends the boundaries of rugby, serving as an inspiration to Pasifika athletes worldwide and exemplifying the values of excellence, integrity, and leadership.
