🏉 Big Moves Ahead for Welsh Rugby Stars!
Welsh centre Nick Tompkins is rallying the troops and encouraging more of his international teammates to make the leap to play in England! With the state of Welsh rugby a bit shaky, stars like Jac Morgan and Dewi Lake have already signed on with Gloucester, trading the uncertainty at home for new opportunities across the border. 🌟
Morgan and Lake’s decision raises a major question: could more Welsh talents be next in line? Word on the street is that players like Aaron Wainwright and Kieran Hardy might also be considering new ventures. While Tompkins, who’s had much of his career at Saracens, isn’t throwing shade at Welsh regions, he believes the English Premiership offers a strong platform for personal and professional growth.
Tompkins’ take? “When the future’s unknown, it’s all about the family’s security and career development,” he explains, adding that the Premiership provides an amazing league environment. He believes the move will elevate Morgan and Lake’s game and really showcase their world-class skills.
While fans might find it tough to watch their local heroes move, there’s a silver lining. Players like Nicky Smith and Tommy Reffell have flourished in England, reshaping their skills for the better. Tompkins even let slip that if it were up to him, he’d recruit all his camp mates for similar leaps! 😉
🌍 Whatever shakes down, one thing’s for sure: this could be the start of exciting new chapters for these Welsh players!