The nib Newcastle Knights are pleased to welcome Vegas combine winner Marcus D ’Acre to the Hunter, after signing with the Club until 2026.
D ‘Acre, 20, has arrived in Newcastle to commence a long-term transition into rugby league in Australia, having represented Canada and Hong Kong in International Rugby.
Born in Hong Kong, D ‘Acre holds an Australian passport via his father Nigel, who was born in Melbourne.
This has helped the impressive Vegas combine winner relocate to Australia, choosing Newcastle and the broad development programs available under the Knights banner.
Standing at 194cm tall, with strong athletic attributes, his likely starting position will be amongst the outside backs in Jersey Flegg, followed by a steady procession through the pathways systems.
He is currently completing an economics degree at Queen’s University in Canada, whilst absorbing as much rugby league as possible, in preparation for a historic journey to the Newcastle Knights.
nib Newcastle Knights Head of Recruitment Peter O’Sullivan said the signing is one he has been interested in for a long time.
“Marcus has been on my radar for quite a while, after I got a tip from former Dragons NRL player David Niu, who is based in the United States of America,” said O’Sullivan.
“He is a beautifully balanced athlete with speed and agility, who can beat people.
“Marcus also kicks goals at 85%, while we understand it will take him some time to learn the game and the increased levels of physicality, we believe he has the tools to go on much further in the NRL.
“He will learn his trade in Jersey Flegg and an NRL off season will significantly help his development.
“It’s an exciting initiative from the NRL and we thank them for the opportunity to help Marcus progress through the Knights pathways on his rugby league journey.”
