Three more years for Dillyn Leyds!
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The South African winger, capable of also playing at full-back or at midfield - and even scoring -, recently extended his commitment with the Club for three more seasons!
Arriving in the 2020 off-season, from the South African franchise Stormers, Dillyn directly made a place for himself at the heart of the La Rochelle squad. An indisputable manager and starter for more than three seasons, the South African quickly acclimatized to French and European rugby, stringing together notable performances and tries full of talent and elegance.
A technical, fast and intelligent player, the winger integrated into the group without problem, on and off the pitch, while learning the language of Molière over the months. With 26 matches to his credit during his first year in Yellow and Black, then 22 and 26 during the last two seasons, Leyds greatly participated in La Rochelle's great seasons and the Club's first two titles, bagged against Leinster in two finals. exceptional.
75 times a starter in 78 appearances under the maritime tunic, Dillyn has already scored 160 points with Stade Rochelais, including a few at the foot. He will now seek to make his contribution for three more seasons, he who has felt very well in France since his arrival.
I am very happy to continue my adventure within this extraordinary Club. A Club that became my family, far from home, and a city that made me feel like one of its own. Thank you to the supporters for always supporting me, for always supporting us. It's always special for me to play at Deflandre in front of our passionate supporters. You have already given me incredible memories and I hope that together we can continue to create more. I am honored to play at Stade Rochelais for three more seasons! - Dillyn Leyds
