Canada World Cup forward Kleeberger joins Exiles

London Scottish have signed Canadian World Cup player Adam Kleeberger from the British Columbia Bears until the end of the season.

Kleeberger, 27, who plays as a back-row forward, won praise for his standout performances during the 2011 World Cup in New Zealand. An aggressive, tough tackling flanker, he was named man of the match in the Canadian’s opening win over Tonga.

London Scottish Head Coach Simon Amor was pleased to welcome Kleeberger into the squad. “Adam will be a very important player for us over the remainder of the season,” said Amor. “He is an international player who has performed to a high level on the biggest stage of them all, and he will add a greater physical edge to our play.

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“He was an iconic player in New Zealand [at the World Cup], and his rugby reputation speaks for itself. I am delighted to welcome him to London Scottish, and look forward to seeing what he can do.”

Kleeberger will be available for selection for the Moseley fixture on Boxing Day, and London Scottish supporters will get the chance to see him at the Athletic Ground on 7 January against Plymouth Albion, selection and fitness permitting.

He gained a great deal of attention throughout the World Cup, not only for the quality of his performances but also for the size of his impressive beard.

He did, however, take the opportunity to shave it off following the tournament as part of the ‘Movember’ charity initiative, but it had already gained him fans from all over the world.

Kleeberger will be the third player from RWC 2011 to represent London Scottish this season, following the signing of Argentine internationals Agustin Gosio and Alfredo Lalanne earlier this year.

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