My first preseason with Billingham has been a challenge but I feel as though I’m progressing because of the standard of the players and coaching around me

· How have you settled in?

I believe I am settling in well thanks to the positive welcome I have received with the team offering support when needed. Having been at Hartlepool Old Boys since I was 6, it was obviously a difficult decision to make but I believe that the move has been made easier because of the support available.

· Who have been the biggest influences since you have been here?

I don’t think I could single out an individual who has helped me with my move the most as the support as everyone has been supportive and welcoming.

· Have you any goals for the upcoming season?

I would like to develop as a player, hoping to push on and challenge myself to be a player in contention for a spot within the first team.

Favoured position?

Blindside Flanker

Who has inspired your career to date?

My brother

Worst banter at the club?

Harry Jon and Danno (together)

Quick fire questions:

Pineapple on pizza?

Yes!

Tea or coffee?

Coffee

Forwards or backs?

Forwards

Pizza or parmos?

Pizza

Nightout or night in?

Night in

Ruck or maul?

Ruck

Most inspirational leader?

Pete Evans

If rugby disappeared what would you do?

Try play golf but I’m useless

What 3 people would you invite to a dinner party dead or alive?

Alan Shearer, Kanye West, Joe Marler

Good luck for the season Tom

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