Glasgow Warriors prop Tom Lambert to join Waratahs

New South Wales Waratahs have announced the signing of Tom Lambert from Glasgow Warriors ahead of the 2023 season.

Lambert was part of Waratahs Academy before heading overseas to Scotland in 2020 where he represented their Under 20 side during the Six Nations.

He later joined the Glasgow Academy and went on to make his senior debut for the club during the Rainbow Cup game in 2021.

“It’s a bit surreal for me to come back and sign for the Waratahs,” Lambert told the club's official website.

“I was in the Academy here when I left school but made the move to Glasgow to gain some experience abroad and play for the Scotland U20’s side and with the Warriors in the United Rugby Championship.

“The move abroad was great for my rugby development, especially my set piece, and something I hope can benefit the team.

“Being born in NSW, I always aspired to come back and play for the Waratahs so I’m extremely grateful for the opportunity and cannot wait to rip in.”

Waratahs head coach Darren Coleman welcomed Lambert to the club.

“Tom is a good young prop that came through the NSW pathways and has furthered his rugby development abroad.

“He’s had two good years in a strong professional program in Glasgow and will add valuable depth to our front row stock, particularly on the loosehead side where Angus Bell carried a lot of the load last year.

“We’ve been impressed with the impact that Lambert has been making for Sydney Uni in the Shute Shield since arriving back and we’re looking forward to him developing further in our program.”