The Western Force have significantly bolstered their second-row ranks, signing Trevor Hosea on a two-year deal.
Hosea returns to Australia after a stint in Japan, most recently with Mie Honda Heat after initially signing with Tokyo Sungoliath.
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“I’m real keen to join the Sea of Blue,” Hosea said. “I’m really happy to be coming back to Australian rugby. It’s an exciting time in my life and I’m looking forward to a new challenge.
“Coming back from Japan, I’m excited to play some attacking rugby. It’s an exciting brand of footy in Super Rugby and playing against some of the best in the world really excites me to push myself and bring out the best in me.
“I’m excited to get to Perth as it’s a beautiful place with beautiful beaches and a great bunch of lads at the club. It’ll be somewhere where I can bring my family and enjoy ourselves.
“I’m always excited for a new challenge and a new environment. I’m looking forward to meeting the boys, coaches and fans and putting my best foot forward to leaving the jersey in a better place.”
Hosea debuted for the Melbourne Rebels in 2020, playing 33 Super Rugby caps.
He'd find himself firmly on Wallabies selectors' radars, named in camps for 2020 and 2021.
The 26-year-old is currently playing for Gordon in the Shute Shield, with his return timely after the departures of Darcy Swain and Franco Molina.
“We’ve been tracking Trevor since he left Australian shores and headed to Japan," coach Simon Cron said.
"We believe he has an extremely high ceiling and will be a great asset for the Western Force as well as having the potential to put himself into international contention.
“He’s a powerful, strong and mobile athlete who will work really well with Jeremy Williams and Lopeti Faifua.”
