Dewi Lake signs first senior contract with Ospreys

Winner of the Most Improved Elite Development Player at last month’s end of season award, Lake signed his first senior contract before heading off to Argentina to captain Wales in the U20 World Championship.

“It’s a massive honour for me” said Lake after committing to the Ospreys.
 
“You dream about it as a little boy, signing your first contract. I’m looking to make a mark next season now. I’ve had a good two years since switching to hooker and it’s all starting to come together so I’m very happy to be where I am with all the effort and time the Ospreys have put in to me.”

Dan Griffiths, Rugby General Manager, said:
 
“Dewi has worked extremely hard and this contract is recognition of the progress he has made. He didn’t feature in the regional age-grade programme until year two of the U18s, but quickly established himself as a standout player with his aggressive, physical performances. 
 
“Originally a back-row, it was decided that Dewi had both the game and stature to play professional rugby as a hooker. To his credit, a couple of years after making that transition he has gone on to lead his country and put in some excellent performances in the process. 
 
“Dewi will agree he has a lot of hard work ahead to establish himself in what is a position of strength for the Ospreys. However, we are excited about his potential.”