University helps lift Exeter’s challenge

By MARK STEVENS

When Rob Baxter outlined his vision for the future of Exeter Chiefs, the director of rugby made no secret of the fact that he would be looking at a number of new kids on the block.
Having seen numerous established stars depart for pastures new last summer, Baxter knew it was imperative that he unearthed a new and exciting generation of onfield talent for his latest rebuild.
To help in that process, the 52-year-old looked no further than the University of Exeter, a wellknown breeding ground for a plethora of gifted rugby stars who have reached the very top of the game.
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