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Young Guns: Bedford Blues prop Corrie Barrett

The former Ulster and Munster academy prop spent two years playing rugby in New Zealand
Bedford Blues prop Corrie Barrett

Twice already in his short career Corrie Barrett has found himself at a dead end and forced to move clubs – now he hopes his home at Goldington Road can be the launchpad to the next level.

The first cut came at Ulster as an 18-year-old when Barrett was not offered a new deal. It led him to take a leap of faith with a 36-hour trip to play his rugby in New Zealand, where he spent two years playing for Otago U19s and B team.
It led to a deal back in Ireland with Munster, although that turned into the second dead end last year when he was cut loose as the province and IRFU tightened their belts...

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