Chiefs Gear up with Hosea

 

The 30 year old wing is currently playing at the Honda Club in Japan and will return to New Zealand early in February at the conclusion of his club season.

 

The outstanding winger who will join forces with Sonny Bill Williams is expected to provide impact both on and off the field for the Chiefs.

 

“Hosea ticks all the boxes. He's a good man, very professional and experienced," Chiefs coach Dave Rennie said.

 

"He's also a hell of a player, powerful, quick and a quality finisher.

 

"We are really looking forward to working with Hosea next season.”

 

The dynamic back has said he is looking forward to returning back home.

 

“I'd like to thank the Chiefs for giving me the opportunity to return to New Zealand and be a part of their goals and the team for the season ahead,” said Gear.

 

"I'm looking forward to playing in my home country again in front of New Zealand supporters, family and friends, and being involved in the great Chiefs culture that I've heard much about.

 

Chiefs Chief Executive Officer Andrew Flexman believes that Gear’s signing is an important one for the Club. 

 

“Hosea is a class act who will add a great deal of value to the Chiefs family in all area’s which is why we were so keen to have him in our club.”

 

Gisborne born Gear has played 14 games for the All Blacks, represented the New Zealand Maori, the New Zealand Seven’s team (winning a Commonwealth Games Gold Medal in 2010), New Zealand U21’s and U19’s.

 

He has played Super Rugby for the Highlanders and Hurricanes and Provincial Rugby for Poverty Bay, North Harbour and Wellington.