Moses Leo, the Melbourne Storm’s new signing, has expressed his excitement about joining the NRL club after being granted an early release from his rugby sevens contract. The 27-year-old New Zealand Olympian, who previously played for North Harbour in rugby union and represented New Zealand in the sevens team, is eager to begin training with his new teammates for the 2025 season.
Leo, who debuted for the All Blacks sevens squad in 2022, brings a wealth of experience, including representing New Zealand at the Commonwealth Games and the Olympics. His impressive performances, such as scoring two tries against Australia in the 2022 Commonwealth Games bronze medal match, have made him a standout talent.
With the Storm’s successful history of transitioning sevens players to the NRL, including Will Warbrick, who has excelled as one of the world’s top wingers, Leo is poised for success. Warbrick, who also made the switch from sevens to rugby league, praised Leo’s athleticism, speed, skill, and offloading ability, noting that these traits make him a dangerous player on the field. Leo’s dynamic playing style is expected to be a valuable addition to the Storm’s roster.
The early release of Leo to join the Storm in 2024 ahead of his original 2026 contract has been supported by New Zealand Rugby, reflecting the strong cooperation between the governing bodies. Leo is thrilled about this new chapter and looks forward to contributing to the Storm’s success while adapting to his new rugby league environment.
