Louis Rees-Zammit has sealed his return to rugby from American soccer after signing for Bristol. The 24-year-old, who has been capped 32 occasions by Wales, introduced in January 2024 that he was quitting rugby to affix the NFL’s worldwide participant pathway program. He signed for the Kansas Metropolis Chiefs after which the Jacksonville Jaguars, however did not make a breakthrough and has opted to return to his roots.
Rees-Zammit stated on the membership web site: “Bristol Bears was the plain selection for me. I wish to get followers out of their seats, create thrilling moments and assist folks fall in love with the sport. I’m excited to return to rugby at a membership that calls for these values.”
The wing scored 42 tries in 77 appearances for Gloucester, whereas his tally for Wales stands at 14.
The Bristol director of rugby, Pat Lam, stated: “Louis is a world-class participant and we’re thrilled to welcome him again to rugby union and to the Bears this season. He has the drive and ambition to be the most effective back-three gamers on the earth and his objectives align completely with our ambitions as a membership.
“At simply 24 years outdated, we all know the athlete and competitor he’s. The way in which we play and the best way he desires to play match seamlessly collectively and we’re wanting ahead to working with him when he joins the group tomorrow.”
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Bristol start their season towards Sale within the Premiership Rugby Cup on 13 September.
