Halfpenny will be great for young guys – Nick Evans

By James Orpin

Harlequins attack coach Nick Evans is confident his squad of young prospects can rise to the challenge of filling the sizeable holes left by the departures of Springbok centre Andre Esterhuizen and Louis Lynagh as they build ahead of their opening league match at Sale next Sunday.
Star winger Cadan Murley has picked up an injury but Evans believes new signing Leigh Halfpenny can help the youngsters kick on.
“It’s a big void that Andre, Louis and Cadan with his injury will leave, so guys have the opportunity to step up,” said Evans.
“In the centres Bryn (Bradley), and Lenny (A...

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