The Glasgow Warriors have added some South African beef to their front-row ranks with immediate effect.
Currie Cup-winning Griquas prop Leon Lyons has signed a short-term contract that runs until the start of the Six Nations in February.
A product of Selborne College and Stellenbosch University, the 27-year-old has made 26 appearances for Griquas and previously represented Western Province and the Stormers. He also had a stint with the Lions last season, featuring against the Newcastle Red Bulls.
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“I’m incredibly excited and grateful for the opportunity to make the move from Griquas to the Glasgow Warriors,” Lyons told the club’s website.
“This is a special next step in my career, and I’m looking forward to embracing the challenge, learning from the environment, and contributing to the team in every way I can.
“I’m ready to bring my physicality, adaptability, and work ethic to the group, while doing everything possible to help the team achieve its goals.
“I’m truly thankful for the trust and opportunity, and I can’t wait to get started, represent the Glasgow Warriors with pride, and give everything I have for the jersey.”
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Glasgow coach Franco Smith said Lyons’ arrival would help plug the gap left by players on international duty.
“With both Nathan McBeth and Rory Sutherland currently in the Scotland set-up, we are pleased to be able to add a player and a person of Leon’s calibre to our playing group to provide us with further depth in the front row.
“He is someone who is keen to work hard and become a Glasgow Warrior, with his enthusiasm to get involved evident throughout our discussions to date.
“He will also provide a strong role model for our young front-rowers such as Jake Shearer and Ollie McKenna, giving them an additional experienced professional from which to learn as they continue to develop.”
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