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The Hurricanes have reached a one-year contract extension with hooker Jacob Devery, keeping him at the club for a sixth year.
The three-man Maori All Black played eight games in the Canes’ title run earlier this year, including off the bench in the final.
The Hastings product came through the Hurricanes’ development pathway and made his club debut in 2022, cutting his teeth under supervision All black people Dane Coles and Asafo Aumua.
“I am grateful to have re-signed with the Hurricanes for 2027,” said Devery. “I always feel very proud and privileged every time I get the chance to represent this club, and I can’t wait to start again next year.”
The Hurricanes have been busy announcing their latest signings ahead of next Wednesday Super Rugby Pacific squad appointments, with the signings of playmakers Harry Godfrey and Brett Cameron coming ahead of Devery last week.
“Jacob is an integral part of both Hawke’s Bay and the Hurricanes. He has now developed into a leader in Hawke’s Bay and a strong, consistent professional that we can really rely on here at the Hurricanes,” said Hurricanes head coach Clark Laidlaw.
“Having him with his experience as part of the front row alongside Asafo, Vernon and Raymond is a real plus for us as a club and gives us huge depth and players with different skills and abilities.
“We expect him to continue to improve and play well in the future. Having him as part of our back four in the squad next year is really encouraging.”