7 Shute Shield players picked up to play Super Rugby in 2024
The Shute Shield is now regarded as one of the best development competitions in the world and while most fans love watching their favourite players play in their club colours, it’s also great to watch those same faces ply their trade in the professional ranks.
Here are a few names to keep an eye on in Super Rugby next year.
Cormac Daly - Randwick
The big Irish import was the most dominant lock in the Shute Shield last year and at 25, is physically and mentally ready to play Super Rugby right away. He’ll battle former Norths forward Connor Vest for a spot in the Reds’ tight five.
Otu Mausia - Western Sydney
After earning a spot in the Tongan World Cup squad on the back of a brilliant first half of the Shute Shield season, Two Blues fullback Otu Mausia has earned a full time gig with Moana Pasifika where he could join former All Black Julian Savea in the back three.
Henry O’Donnell - Northern Suburbs
Young Norths centre Henry O’Donnell will join f