All Blacks flank bolsters Highlanders
Fri, 10 Sep 2010 11:40
Adam Thomson: Staying in the south. (c) Gallo
Otago's All Black flank Adam Thomson has ended speculation about his future when he commitment to the Highlanders for the 2011 Super Rugby season.
Highlanders coach Jamie Joseph welcomed Thomson's re-signing with the southern franchise as important retention of a locally-produced talent and core part of the Highlanders' team.
"I'm very excited that Adam has decided he wants to remain with the Highlanders next year," Joseph said.
"I'm really pleased to have someone of his experience and skill back with us for the 2011 campaign.
"We have talked about our goals for next year - and I am fully supportive of Adam's desire to work on getting back into a black jersey.
"Adam now just needs to get on and start playing the type of rugby that got him selected in the All Blacks, having made the call will now allow him to concentrate on playing," Joseph added.
New Zealand Rugby Union General Manager of Professional Rugby Neil Sorensen also welcomed Thomson's re-signing. "This is great news not just for the Highlanders, but also for New Zealand rugby.
"It's important that we are able to keep someone of Adam's calibre in the New Zealand mix," Sorensen added.
Adam Thomson said he was delighted to be back in a Highlanders jersey next year.
"This was one of the most significant decisions of my career and one that was not taken lightly, it was important for me to consider all of my options and I am happy to recommit to the Highlanders again next year," Thomson said.
"I am excited about the direction Jamie is taking the team, and I am very happy I will be able to remain loyal to the region."
Christchurch-born Adam Thomson made his Highlanders debut against the Sharks in 2004. He has 39 Super Rugby caps.
A 17-Test cap All Black, Thomson made his debut in the black jersey against Ireland in 2008.
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