Louis Rees-Zammit has confirmed his return to rugby, after his brief stint in American football, by signing with the Bristol Bears. The 24-year-old player, with 32 international appearances for Wales, announced in January 2024 his decision to leave rugby to participate in the NFL International Player Pathway Program. Initially, he signed with the Kansas City Chiefs and then with the Jacksonville Jaguars, but he failed to establish himself in either team, ultimately opting to return to his roots.
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In statements to the club’s website, Rees-Zammit expressed: “I want the fans to get out of their seats, create exciting moments and help people fall in love with the game. I am excited to return to rugby at a club that demands those values.”Bristol Bears was the obvious choice for me.
Louis Rees-Zammit
Lam added: “At just 24 years old, we know the athlete and competitor he is. The way we play and the way he wants to play fit perfectly, and we are looking forward to working with him when he joins the group tomorrow.” The Bristol Bears will start their season against the Sale Sharks in the Premiership Rugby Cup on September 13th.He has the motivation and ambition to be one of the best players in the world’s three-quarter line, and his goals align perfectly with our ambitions as a club.
Pat Lam, Bristol’s Director of Rugby
