The Brumbies have added some extra backline depth with centre Ollie Sapsford joining the club until the end of the 2023 season.

The 26-year-old is eligible to play for Australia and New Zealand and has been playing with Hawke’s Bay in New Zealand’s National Provincial competition for the past three seasons, scoring a hat-trick in their recent 40-31 victory over Manawatu.

Sapsford adds flexibility to the Brumbies backline with his ability to play in the midfield and on the wing.

Sapsford said the opportunity to come to a strong club like the Brumbies was too good to refuse.

“I’m really excited to be joining the Brumbies,” said Sapsford.

“Having the chance to play Super Rugby and to work in a program that has the reputation the Brumbies has was an opportunity I couldn’t turn down.

“I’ve had a pretty different route to the top level but having these next two years to improve and show I belong is something I’m grateful for and I’m now just so keen to get to Canberra after the NPC is finished and get to know the coaches and my teammates.”

Brumbies head coach Dan McKellar said he’s looking forward to seeing what Sapsford can offer at Super Rugby level.

“Ollie will be a good addition to our group for at least these next couple of years.”

“He’s a really good athlete and is really hungry to get his crack at Super Rugby level.

“He’s made the jump from club rugby to NPC well and we think with time in our program, he’s certainly got the talent to kick on further.

“The coaching staff are all looking forward to working with Ollie and from all accounts, he’s a good young man who’s excited to come over and make that Super Rugby dream a reality.”

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