Chiefs secure the long-term future of star outside back

The Chiefs have announced that impressive outside back Shaun Stevenson has re-signed with the side until 2023.

The 22-year-old debuted for the Chiefs in 2016 against the Crusaders, a year after his provincial debut and went on to win the Brisbane Global Rugby Tens in 2017 and was named player of the tournament.

Stevenson’s ability earned him selection into the Maori All Blacks end of year tour squad where he debuted.

Stevenson said he is pleased to be able to continue his journey with the Chiefs.

“I am pleased to have re-signed with the Gallagher Chiefs. It is a great Club to be a part of. I play with a good group of guys and there is a great culture here. I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else,” said Stevenson.

Chiefs head coach Colin Cooper said Stevenson is a talented young player with plenty to offer the Gallagher Chiefs.

“At only 22 years of age he is the future for the Gallagher Chiefs. We expect he will deliver a number of good performances for our team in the years to come,” said Cooper.

Chiefs Rugby Club CEO Michael Collins said it is pleasing to retain another promising young player.

“Shaun is a talented utility back and is a promising player with plenty to offer the Gallagher Chiefs. It is great to see we are continuing to retain our talent. We have already announced a number of players who have re-signed with the team including Michael Allardice, Nathan Harris, Lachlan Boshier and Mitchell Brown, it is great to have Shaun joining this group.”