Six foot nine Junior Wallabies lock scores contender for solo try of the U20s
Junior Wallabies lock Nick Frost has scored a contender for the individual try of the tournament, showcasing a remarkable athletic ability that belies his giant six foot nine frame.
The Junior Wallabies produced an impressive final 20 minutes to record a big 45-17 win over a 14-man Ireland side, with Frost's screamer of a try sealing the deal in the pool game in Santa Fe.
The try won't surprise those that have been following the young man's career.
Frost hit the headlines in October 2017 after spurning the chance to join the Waratahs in favour of the Crusaders in a rare move that saw a New Zealand franchise cash in on an Australian teenage prodigy.
Last month Frost was been lured back to his homeland from New Zealand after spending a year-and-a-half with the Crusaders.
The former Australian schools lock has cut short his three-year deal with the Christchurch club to take up an offer with the Brumbies that will see him stay in Canberra for two years as he eyes a spot in the Wallabies squad.
“I learned a lot about structure and about how New Zealanders play rugby,” he said.
“It took me a while to learn, but once I got it, it came easily. It was a very enjoyable time. It certainly suited my style as a player but now I’m excited by the prospects on offer here.”
Brumbies coach Dan McKellar praised the youngster for taking himself outside of his comfort zone to enhance his rugby skills, and had high praise for his athleticism and mobility.
“Nick is a big boy and what strikes most is his athletic ability,” he said.
“He has a background in athletics and moves very well for a big man. We will work closely with Nick on his ongoing development through this year with his arrival now in preparation for the 2020 Brumbies season.”
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Think it was a great defensive performance by Northampton. They didn't have stage fright in the first half, the Nienaber defense smothered them. They limited Leinster to 15-3 in the first half. It could have been over by then. A great try from Leinster in the start of the second half looked to have sealed it. But Byrne missed another conversion. Northampton started trying little kicks behind the Leinster wingers. Leinster messed one and Smith brilliantly made the conversion. Leinster decided to tighten the game after Byrne missed a straight forward penalty. A few errors got NH into the 22 and they scored and converted with a few minutes left. Another brilliant steal from Lawes saw NH have a final attack which was turned over by Conan. A classic semi final. World record attendance of 82,300. Leinsters 3 week preparation warranted for this one.
Go to commentsJust came back from the game and the atmosphere was amazing. Players stayed afterwards for more than a hour to sign stuff and take photos with fans. Great day out.
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