WORCESTER Warriors have confirmed the signing of a backrower with Premiership experience.
John Hawkins will be heading to Sixways for the 2026/27 season, joining from Newcastle Red Bulls.
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The 29-year-old has made 35 appearances for Newcastle since joining from Jersey three years ago, having previously also lined up for Bristol Bears.
The former youth international said: "I'm really excited to be joining Worcester Warriors next season.
"When I spoke to Matt (Everard - head coach) and he sat down with me and explained the vision for the club, I knew I had to be a part of it."
Everard added: "John is a great set-piece operator that brings physicality across the pitch."
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Hawkins is the latest announced signing in what is already shaping up to be a strong Warriors squad to take on the 2026/27 campaign.
The club has confirmed the retention of Ashley Challenger, Jake Garside, Matt Kvesic, Fraser Balmain, James Short, Tom Seabrook, Matt Rogerson, Juan Gonzalez, Will Reed and Tim Anstee, Hallam Chapman, James Tyas and Côme Joussain.
Fresh faces in Joe Jones and Jack Dickinson have also been confirmed, along with the permanent signings of Cam Miell and Owain Evans - who have both featured for Warriors this season.
The departure of Tim Hoyt to French Top-14 side Lyon has also been confirmed, while Hugh Bokenham - currently on loan with the side from Gloucester - has been confirmed to re-join former side Cornish Pirates next season.
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