Tri Nations 2010
Fixtures & Results, TABLE

Aviva Premiership 2010
Fixtures & Results, Table

Magners League 2010
Results & Fixtures, Table

Heineken Cup 2010
Fixtures & Results
Heineken Cup Table

Currie Cup 2010
Fixtures & Results, TABLE

iRB World Rankings
Click Here
Support the FREE editorial efforts of Rugby Rugby by purchasing all of your rugby gear at World Rugby Shop through LINKS - like this one - on our site.  Thanks and enjoy reading Rugby Rugby. Get in on the conversation by sending RR your opinions on the game by CLICKING HERE.
TICKETCITY
Rugby Classifieds
Rugby Cheerleaders
Nigel Melville Direct
Tom Billups Column
Buy Rugby Boots

Super 14

News | History | Teams | Results | Fixtures | Table |
Highlander heads for the Exeter hills
2010-07-15 14:32:10

Exeter Chiefs have captured the signature of experienced centre Jason Shoemark from Super 14 outfit the Highlanders.

The 29-year-old will play in the NPC for Hawke's Bay this season before making the move abroad in November, and linking up with his new teammates at Exeter.

There are several centre candidates ahead of Shoemark in the pecking order for a place in the All Blacks team, so a move to the Premiership will offers a fresh challenge.

"He could easily be regarded as one of the best midfield players not to win a full cap for the All Blacks and I would like to think that during the next two seasons, Jason will bring the leadership and competitive qualities to our team that will be vital in the Premiership," Chiefs head coach Rob Baxter said.

"He is currently at the top of his game having played a full part in the Super 14 with the Highlanders this year and earning a call-up to the All Blacks squad last season."

Baxter added: "Anybody who has followed the Premiership over the last few seasons will know how physical the middle of the pitch has become and winning that battle will be a key area to our success.

"I know there has been an element of frustration with our supporters waiting to see the additions we will make to the squad but I would hope that the signing of a player like Jason Shoemark shows that we are taking our time bringing the right players with the right qualities to Exeter."



Latest Rugby News
Cardiff Pro Rugby Jersey
Stampede Elite Rugby Boot
USA Rugby Pullover
Protective Rugby Gear
Vote A Ball 4 All