JEAN DROSTE BINDS INTO SEAWOLVES SCRUM

October 28, 2023 (TUKWILA, WA) Jean Droste, a lock from Pretoria, South Africa will join the Seawolves. 2024 will be Jean’s 10^th professional season.  Coming most recently from the Toyota Free State Cheetahs a participant in the Currie Cup.

“We’re delighted to welcome Jean and Mahonri to the Seawolves squad for the 2024 MLR season. Both add significant competition & reinforcements to our 2nd row department; a position which has proved attritional in previous seasons.

The enthusiasm and ambition both boys exuded during discussions was fantastic. I know our fans will join me in welcoming Jean, his wife Veroeshka & daughter Adeline; and Mahonri & partner Ruby to the Seawolves family! ”  -Coach Allen “Clarkie” Clarke

When asked about joining Seattle Seawolves Rugby, Jean said, “It’s a great honor for me to join the Seawolves. I’m grateful for the opportunity that has been given to me and will not take it for granted.  I want to contribute on and off the field.  I’m really looking forward to exploring the beautiful city of Seattle and getting to know everyone at the club.  It has always been my wife’s and my dream to see the States but to live there is special.”

Watch Jean and the rest of the pod with a 2024 Season Membership.

JEAN DROSTE

Position: LOCK

Height: 6’ 6.75”

Weight: 236lbs