Mike Rhodes
Mike Rhodes quickly became a fan favourite after arriving at Allianz Park in 2015.
A tough-tackling, durable back rower, the back rower began his professional career with the Sharks in his hometown Durban before stints in Super Rugby with the Lions and the Stormers.
“Being able to stop the momentum of the other side is huge in the modern game. It’s something I take pride in.”
He moved across to England with Sarries ahead of the 2015/16 season and he contributed immensely to the club’s success that season. The South African produced countless impressive performances and started both the Premiership and Champions Cup final – the latter the first ever European title in Saracens’ history.
The following season Rhodes starred for the Wolfpack as they retained their European crown and he was recognised by his teammates, winning Players’ Player of the Year.
Internationally, Rhodes faced the British & Irish Lions in 2009 and played for the Barbarians five years later.
Men’s rugby and fans to return to Copthall Stadium
Saracens Men will host a Leicester Tigers XV in a pre-season friendly on Saturday 12th December with the club delighted to confirm 1,000 supporters will be able to attend the fixture.
Saracens Women’s next two matches postponed
Saracens Women’s 2020/21 Round 7 and 8 Allianz Premier 15s matches against Exeter Chiefs Women and Harlequins Women have been postponed.
De Goede eager to learn from experienced Sarries
New signing Sophie de Goede is raring to learn from Saracens’ veteran forwards after impressing in last weekend’s 36-10 victory over Bristol Bears.
Campbell wins November Player of the Month
Saracens Women’s May Campbell has been named the Allianz Premier 15s Player of the Month for November.
Focus is on consistency – Cleall
Poppy Cleall insisted Saracens Women are prepared to face pumped up opposition every game this season after a commanding 36-10 win against Bristol Bears.
International and loan round-up
Owen Farrell and Mako Vunipola ensured it was a good day for England against Wales and a familiar face in Nick Tompkins, while Alex Lozowski’s Montpellier had an ending to forget against Bordeaux Begles.
Our fantastic Eight aim for England Roses Academy Selection
We are absolutely proud of these amazing eight Saracens Mavericks Pathway athletes who have been invited to attend England Netball […]
Match report: Bristol Bears Women 10-36 Saracens Women
Poppy Cleall scored twice on her return from international duty to secure a 36-10 victory for Saracens against a fiery Bristol Bears Women.
Team news: Bristol Bears Women vs Saracens Women
Three returning England internationals will start for Saracens Women against Bristol Bears Women in the Allianz Premier 15s on Saturday.
Squad News : Pathway Squads 2021
We are pleased to announce our Aspire Academy, Under 19 & Under 21 Squads for the 2021 Season. Our Aspire [...]
