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Louis Rees-Zammit makes sensational return to rugby with Bristol Bears
Louis Rees-Zammit said that Bristol Bears was “the obvious choice” for him as he makes his return to rugby after a brief foray in the NFL.
“The style of rugby the team play – all about entertaining the fans and growing the game – perfectly aligns to how I want to play and how I express myself on and off the field,” said the 24-year-old Welshman, who scored 42 tries in 77 appearances for Gloucester Rugby.
“I want to get fans out of their seats, create exciting moments and help people fall in the love with the game.
is needed now More than ever
“I’m excited to return to rugby at a club that demands those values.
“I’m looking forward to working with my teammates, Pat Lam and the coaches and all the backroom team to bring success to the Bears.”
Fasten your seatbelts 💨@LouisReesZammit is coming to Bear Country 🐻 pic.twitter.com/Trs2pEZD0M
— Bristol Bears 🐻 (@BristolBears) August 14, 2025
Lam added: “Louis is a world-class player, and we’re thrilled to welcome him back to rugby union and to the Bears this season.
“Although we have a small squad, we’ve been building quality depth and experience across the team, bringing in players who can cover multiple positions to help us take that next step in the Prem and in Europe.
“Louis offers exactly that to our dynamic back three, with his ability and desire to play both full back and wing for the Bears.
“He has the drive and ambition to be one of the best back-three players in the world, and his goals align perfectly with our ambitions as a club.
“At just 24 years old, we know the athlete and competitor he is.
“The way we play and the way he wants to play fit seamlessly together, and we’re looking forward to working with him when he joins the group tomorrow.”
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