Ospreylia: How Welsh club turned to a land down under
Ospreys could field a side that is a third Australian after a summer recruitment drive that brought in four players from the southern hemisphere.
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Notable Quotes
"When we were looking in the market it was May, because that was really when we got the go-ahead from the Ospreys board to start recruitment."
— Mark Jones , Other
"There is leadership - he has led Australia and been captain of the Reds. He has been incredible since coming through the door."
— Mark Jones , Other
"I know that I want to get myself back playing good enough footie and consistent enough footie to push for international honours again."
— Liam Wright , Athlete
Key People
Lalakai Foketi is a center known for his physical play and skill set in rugby.
Lawson Creighton is a fly-half with a strong kicking game.
Liam Wright is a back-row forward who has previously captained Australia.
Marika Koroibete is a wing player with experience as a Wallaby.
Mark Jones is the father of Bianca Jones, one of the victims.
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Ospreys could field a side that is a third Australian after a summer recruitment drive that brought in four players from the southern hemisphere.
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