
Glasgow Warrior and Scotland winger Sean Lamont has signed a new deal that will keep him at Scotstoun until next season, at least.
At the grand old age of 35 he is now technically qualified to play veterans rugby, but has made it clear he has no intention of slowing down and is adamant that there’s plenty of rugby life left in him yet.
[blockquote author=”Sean Lamont” pull=”normal”]“I feel I’ve still got more to give and I’m enjoying being part of a winning team.”[/blockquote]
And who can blame him, whilst not making the squad for the Japanese tour, he played in Scotland’s last match against Ireland and has, despite missing the start of the season whilst away at Rugby World Cup, turned out 9 times for his club so far this term.
Head Coach Gregor Townsend has revealed that his former team-mate shows no sign of waning.
[blockquote author=”Gregor Townsend” pull=”normal”]“He’s shown that his motivation levels are just as high as ever and his rugby ability is clear for all to see.”[/blockquote]
Happy senior man lifting a zimmer frame
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Whilst most players are collecting their rugby equivalent of a bus pass at 35, Lamont is insistant that he’ll never voluntarily retire saying he’ll “only stop when they tell me I’m surplus to requirements”.
They say the first thing to go with age is your speed, the last being your strength. This explains why we’ve seen forwards like All Black Brad Thorn and Scotland’s own Nathan Hines playing well into middle age. But when it comes to the fast men few make it past 32. All of which makes Lamont’s continued presence in the fastest position on the field even more unusual.
Part of this is down to the fact that, whilst no slouch, he was never necessarily the most electric winger preferring to use his footwork skills and physicality to beat players – something he still does to this day. The other being his sheer force of will. In every team in which he’s played he’s always been the most passionate guy on the pitch. So it’s a testament to his character that this intensity has not waned one iota over the years and is still driving him on to this day.
So a big congratulations are due to Sean, or Schlong as he was dubbed following his appearance in racy French calendar Dieux du Stade (which for those interested you can still buy here). Let’s hope he can continue to play on for years to come. And who knows, maybe he’ll even become the first professional rugby granddad (hopefully minus the calendar shoots).
How long do you think he can keep going? Let us know in the comments below.
Awesome.
For ever Stephen N Michelle Driver
Maybe till next Wednesday
Grand old age of 35… Lol
Grand old rugby age!
Forever x he is a fit male specimen
After Mike Blair was committed to the Care Home, this makes Sean the oldest Warrior by at least 42 years.
Poor Mike
#aslongashewants
Not the most flattering of pictures of him makes him look like he’s a flat cap and pipe short 🙂
That’s a rotten pic, guys.. I reckon he’s got another 5 years left in him, as long as he doesn’t pick up any bad knocks!
It was just a bit of fun Paul, I don’t think he’s too worried about his appearance 😉
Awful photoshop! Keep on going Sean your dedication to the game you love is outstanding
We’re always looking for contributors Eileen, so why not lend us your Photoshop wizardry.
Great news!
Lynsey Young Allan Young
Kirsty Martin
Congratulations Sean well deserved!
Terrible photo – looks nothing like him! However, great news that he’s staying!
Chaz McNaught
He should retire now, past it Andrew Davidson lol
Ya fucking dancer
Awful photo but great news!!
A sick pic, children!
Worst photoshopped pic ever
It was better than my first effort
Conor Fraser
Peter Philp
pls
Fantastic! One of my favourite players. Good for you Sean!
Should be promoting the younger players
35?
Willie Templeton
Lol…how hot is Sean ….
Toni xx
It’s all the Blairgowrie and Burrelton water he has drank over the years it keeps you young !
Ridiculous to think this was about 14years ago, but we started and have always called him The Tank. A power house on the wing!!!
Wtf Sean ain’t look like this
Harriet McIntyre is this right
Lol I’m guessing it’s a joke 😉
As a mentor to younger players it’s fantastic news, Sean is a real team player watched him move round the back line wing centre fullback, also willing to play back row. Never shirks a task on or off field always willing to give an honest assessment of performance up there with Patterson as on of the best modern players Scotland have had in last 15 years.
Hopefully a very long time.
Thomas BevilacquaNiall SpencerTim Ondrews
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Jackie Brown