Paulo's tackle numbers stand out immediately — averaging 5.5 per match across 15 appearances, with an 18-tackle peak that signals he can anchor a defensive effort when needed. His carrying role is consistent rather than dominant, contributing short, reliable yardage through the phases, while five tries across the dataset show he finds the line with purpose when opportunity arises.


Vernon Paulo is a professional rugby union hooker registered with the Stormers XXIII, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with throwing into the lineout and packing down at hooker.
As a hooker, Vernon features for the Stormers XXIII across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.
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