The ACT Brumbies have confirmed the signing of Sevens superstar Corey Toole on a two-year deal.
Toole is coming off one of the best debut seasons in Sevens history, winning the Impact Player of the Year, Rookie of the Year and selection in the Team of the Year.
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The Gungahlin outside back has come through the ACT pathways, representing the Brumbies at Schools, Under 19s and Runners level.
“I’m grateful for this opportunity and excited to be joining the club’s Super Rugby squad full-time," Toole said in a statement.
“These last 12 months or so have been life-changing for me and to have earned this crack at a club that I’ve wanted to represent for a long-time is surreal and my job now is just to repay that faith and to continue to earn it every day at training.
“Obviously representing Australia in Sevens has been a massive honour and my focus now is transitioning back into 15s and having a good preseason.”
Toole joins fellow Sevens star Ben O'Donnell and Jack Debreczeni in signing with the club over the past week, set to pull on the jersey on Saturday against a Waratahs development team.
Coach Stephen Larkham was thrilled to have Toole sign on as a full-time member, excited to unleash his blistering speed.
“Corey is a really exciting addition to our group," he added.
“He’s made a name for himself in Sevens this year, but those in ACT rugby have been aware of his ability for some time and we believe he has all the tools to play Super Rugby.
“Corey’s one of our own, from our region in Wagga Wagga and I’ve no doubt he’ll be proud to represent the club and the ACT at the top level if and when he earns his chance.”
