David Holwell to play for Northland again

[ThrashViking]

Leinster confirm Holwell exit
10/03/2005 - 13:30:39

Leinster confirmed the shock news that Kiwi David Holwell will return to his homeland when the season comes to an end.

Leinster chief executive Mick Dawson said: “David has decided to return home to Northland for family reasons having lived away from home for close to seven years."

Holwell has given Leinster security in their goalkicking and an intelligence in their tactical kicking game that has been absent since the beginning of the professional era.

Dawson added: "Since signing last October from the Wellington Hurricanes, David has proven to be a model professional and a key performer throughout what has been a very good year for the team.

“Though we will be disappointed to see him depart, we respect his wishes and Leinster Rugby would like to take this opportunity to thank David for all his efforts this year and to wish both himself and his family continued success this season and for the future.”

A possible new five eight for the Chiefs perhaps?

 

[bayrep]

The Blues will sign him up as cover for King Carlos . I am surprised he is coming home after just one season in England. I wonder why he isnt going back to Wellington ? they would have him back in a flash.

 

[ThrashViking]

Arent you watching Gopperth this season? he's been fantastic.
I suppose he's going to Northland because that his home

 

[Southern Warrio]

I think he has retired from super 12, He will just come back and play NPC.

 

[ThrashViking]

Really? I havent herd him mention anything about only coming back for the NPC only, he's still got another good 4 years left in him and he's in the form of his career - i'd be suprised if he didnt want to play at a higher level.

 

[Southern Warrio]

He said that he left because the super 12 was to hard on his body.

 

[ThrashViking]

Just picked up the Dominion Post, it seems your right.
I was hoping for him to slot in for the Chiefs or Canes next year.