Michael Witt to Union

[QLD]

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Warriors' Michael Witt confirms he's taking up rugby contract in Otago

By staff writers
March 25, 2009

NRL sharp-shooter Michael Witt has confirmed he's signed a contract to play provincial rugby union for Otago.
A crowd-favourite after two season with the Warriors, Witt will make the move to the South Island rugby province in two weeks as he seeks to find a way into the Highlanders Super 14 franchise.

"It's tough leaving the Warriors because I've had a great time in Auckland," he said.

"I've absolutely loved the fans here.

"They've been brilliant to me and I can't thank them enough for that.

"I really enjoyed being part of a side that took the club to the finals two years running and to go so close to making the grand final last year was a huge highlight.

"I'll keep following the club and I hope the boys go really well this year but I'm also excited about taking on a new challenge, moving to a new place and having a shot at union.

"I can't wait."

In all Witt played 90 NRL matches including 47 for Parramatta and Manly, scoring 611 points.[/b]

He's Australian for those who don't know. Is he good enough for the All Blacks? Could be the next Nathan Fien.

 

[candybum]

Why otago? lol oh well gotta start from somewhere.

Good kicker, don't know if he's AB material though considering the talent we have at the mo

 

[William18]

With him and McAlister it should at least mean we never have to pick Donald for the AB's again.