The Waratahs have bolstered their front-row with the signing of Sydney-born, Scottish U20 prop Tom Lambert on a two-year deal.
Lambert returns to the Waratahs having initially worked his way into the Waratahs Academy before heading overseas in 2022.
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The 21-year-old represented Scotland’s under-20s side during the 2020 Six Nations and signed with Glasgow the following year, playing six games for the club.
The chance to return home was a crucial factor in Lambert returning to the NSW club, excited to showcase his development.
“It’s a bit surreal for me to come back and sign for the Waratahs,” Lambert said in a statement.
“I was in the Academy here when I left school but made the move to Glasgow to gain some experience abroad and play for the Scotland U20’s side and with the Warriors in the United Rugby Championship.
“The move abroad was great for my rugby development, especially my set piece, and something I hope can benefit the team.
“Being born in NSW, I always aspired to come back and play for the Waratahs so I’m extremely grateful for the opportunity and cannot wait to rip in.”
Waratahs coach Darren Coleman was equally as pleased, hopeful he can provide solid depth alongside Wallaby Angus Bell.
“Tom is a good young prop that came through the NSW pathways and has furthered his rugby development abroad," Coleman added.
“He’s had two good years in a strong professional program in Glasgow and will add valuable depth to our front row stock, particularly on the loosehead side where Angus Bell carried a lot of the load last year.
“We’ve been impressed with the impact that Lambert has been making for Sydney Uni in the Shute Shield since arriving back and we’re looking forward to him developing further in our program.”
