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NEWS: The Brumbies have signed exciting young inside back Tom Wright from National Rugby League Club, Manly Warringah Sea Eagles, on a two-year deal.
The 21-year-old, who was born in Randwick, New South Wales, was a schoolboy rugby prodigy and was one of the most sought-after prospects in either rugby code following his performances for his school team, St. Joseph’s College.
Possessing electric pace, an incredible step and an eye for the tryline, Wright has all the attributes required to be a success in the XV-a-side game.
“We are extremely excited to welcome Tom to the Brumbies,” CEO Michael Thomson commented.
“Tom is a very exciting prospect and is exactly the kind of young, enthusiastic talent, that thrives in the Brumbies environment. His pace and electrifying running are sure to get fans on the edge of their seats. We are looking forward to welcoming Tom to Canberra and the Brumbies.”
Tipped as a bolter for the Aussie Sevens Rio Olympic team in 2016, Wright turned down the offer of a Sevens contract to take up a position at the Sea Eagles and was an instant success making a first-grade debut this past season against the Brisbane Broncos, and scoring one try in his five appearances.
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That's interesting news, I wonder how he'll go? Now he can't save his best performances for the AB's, is he going to go gang-busters for the Blues? Or just make a bit of pocket money before retiring. Still one of my fave players ever, good to see him back
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Well, history suggests he needs either black or yellow on his jumper to perform, so a risky selection.
That said, he will be in a completely different head-space now to what he was after being booted from his beloved Canes, so it could work out.
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@no-quarter said in Super Rugby News:
Well, history suggests he needs either black or yellow on his jumper to perform, so a risky selection.
That said, he will be in a completely different head-space now to what he was after being booted from his beloved Canes, so it could work out.
Well actual history would suggest he was actually quite good in one of his Bles stints - I'm sure one of the Blues fans on here can remind us which one it was.
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@tim said in Super Rugby News:
Hmm. I know we lack experience in the midfield but ...
Man o man! Any team should have signed him but the Blues because if he sucks the kumara again for the Blues, the board is going to look even more foolish!
What is a big name we can sign? Benji Marshall? no wait, what about Nonu? What could go wrong?
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@hooroo said in Super Rugby News:
@tim said in Super Rugby News:
Hmm. I know we lack experience in the midfield but ...
Man o man! Any team should have signed him but the Blues because if he sucks the kumara again for the Blues, the board is going to look even more foolish!
What is a big name we can sign? Benji Marshall? no wait, what about Nonu? What could go wrong?
I'm looking forward to watching this play out
I wouldn't have taken the risk.
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Yeah don't know about this. He was great for us in 2014 and I am a huge fan, but with him and SBW, someone's gonna pack a sad out of the 2. Still, it's much better than having to see Rieko at 12 so can't complain on that part.
@Duluth He obviously knows something. It wouldn't suprise me one bit tbh. I'd rather give Tumua Manu a go instead of Ranger, he was shocking for us in his last stint.
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@nepia said in Super Rugby News:
@no-quarter said in Super Rugby News:
Well, history suggests he needs either black or yellow on his jumper to perform, so a risky selection.
That said, he will be in a completely different head-space now to what he was after being booted from his beloved Canes, so it could work out.
Well actual history would suggest he was actually quite good in one of his Blues stints - I'm sure one of the Blues fans on here can remind us which one it was.
Yep Nonu was very good in his last stint with the Blues (2014).
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Good signing IMO.
Let’s assume a; he’s matured since his last Blues stint and will not bring the ego and b; he’s got a pretty healthy respect for Tana so will be on best behaviour.I’d imagine he’ll job share with SBW, which helps keep him fresh and fit for the WC.
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He will b e 36 or 37 come next season and with S-B Williams being in his mid 30s it must make for the oldest mid field combo by about a dozen years over any other NZ team. Given that situation it will be interesting to see the make up of the reserve bench.
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All Blacks wing Rieko Ioane has agreed a new deal with New Zealand Rugby and it's likely to be announced next week. His new deal, which could be for three to four years, will be announced alongside that of his brother, Akira, a loose forward on the cusp of the All Blacks squad. Both men had already committed themselves to staying at the Blues. It is understood Akira has agreed on a shorter deal of perhaps two years.
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