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Edinburgh Rugby secures a major signing, bringing in 23-year-old centre Riley Higgins from the Hurricanes on a three-year contract. This move is set to bolster their midfield as they prepare for the upcoming United Rugby Championship season.
Higgins, who qualifies for Scotland through his grandmother, has already made a name for himself in Super Rugby, debuting at just 19 and earning a spot in the All Blacks XV. His impressive performances kept established All Blacks like Billy Proctor out of the Hurricanes’ lineup.
Edinburgh faced stiff competition from clubs in England, Japan, and New Zealand, but they successfully captured Higgins’ interest. He expresses excitement about the challenge of playing in a new competition and his eagerness to contribute to the team's success.
Head coach Sean Everitt highlights Higgins as an outstanding talent, noting that he chose Edinburgh over higher offers and potential All Blacks opportunities, which speaks volumes about his ambition. Everitt believes Higgins has significant potential for growth and is excited about building a formidable midfield alongside young talents like Matt Currie and Mosese Tuipulotu.
Expect Higgins to bring a hard-working, dynamic style of play to Hive Stadium as he embarks on this new chapter in his career.
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