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Shepherd stays west

Shepherd stays west

07/11/2010 03:52:49 AM

Try-machine Cameron Shepherd has signed a two-year deal to remain at the Western Force, and also with Australian Rugby.

The nine-times capped Wallaby is the leading scorer in the Force's history with 337 points in his 47 appearances for the club.

Shepherd said he is happy in the coastal city.

"It’s exciting to think that I’m going to be spending another couple of years in Perth, it is the city I’ve fallen in love with, the people are fantastic, not only everyone involved with the Force but the friends I’ve made outside of rugby as well," Shepherd said.

"In the five seasons I’ve been at the Emirates Western Force I feel as though I’ve accomplished a lot of things that I’m really proud of. This includes helping build the club from the ground up, experiencing a Commonwealth Games and playing for the Wallabies."

"I’m hoping to do a lot more and really feel as though I’ve only just scratched the surface. I want to be able to produce even more for the Force in the coming years."

The 26-year-old has had a torrid run with injuries, but is ready to put that behind him in his quest for further club and international success.

"I’m definitely ready to step up and get some more opportunities at the top level. When the time finally comes to hang up my boots I hope to look back and have as many fond memories of the second half of my career as I do of the majority of the first half," he said.

"I think the team is definitely heading in a strong direction, the appointment of Richard Graham as Head Coach from 2012 is great news and he’ll continue the good work already done by John Mitchell. It is one of the reasons I’m excited about staying here."

"The community support, not just for me but for the team, has been massive and they’ve stuck with us through thick and thin and will be rewarded in the seasons to come."

 
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