Double Blow for Crusaders System
The Crusaders have been dealt a double blow as two highly touted prospects, Harry Inch and Saumaki Saumaki, have defected to rugby league.
Tasman Makos pair, both New Zealand schoolboy reps in 2024, have reportedly left to pursue the NRL. Harry Inch, a first five eighth, had signed a three-year contract with the Makos but was unseen in this year’s NPC competition.
- Harry Inch, 19, was a highly rated prospect by the Crusaders, who trained and played in the pre-season with the top Crusaders squad.
- He represented the Crusaders U20 in March and has been granted a release to pursue a deal with the New Zealand Warriors.
- Saumaki, a powerful loose forward, played blindside and No.8 at 1st XV level, and has linked up with the South Sydney Rabbitohs.
According to TRU Chief Steve Mitchell, Harry Inch has been granted a release to pursue a deal with the New Zealand Warriors.
Author's summary: Crusaders lose two top prospects to rugby league.
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