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I’m in for Hong Kong’s Cup of Nations tilt, says Japan-based Jamie Hood

On a break from his duties with the Ricoh Black Rams, the scrum half watches on as HKFC go down to Valley by seven points in the HKRU Premiership

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Valley’s Doug Fluker takes on HKFC’s Niall Rowark in the HKRU Premiership on Saturday. Photo: Edward Wong

In the crowd as Football Club went down to Valley by seven points in the HKRU Premiership on Saturday, Jamie Hood has put his hand up to play for Hong Kong in the Cup of Nations starting next week.

Back in the city while Japan’s Top League breaks during the international window, veteran international Hood can’t wait to play with his best mates again.

“I’m going back to Japan for a camp so I’ll miss the first test but I’ve been training with Hong Kong this week to try and get into the team for the last two tests,” Hood said.

“It’s awesome to come back and see my fiancee and friends.”

The inclusion of the veteran scrum half is a massive boost for Leigh Jones’ side ahead of a series that concludes with a tough clash against a powerful Russia.

Jamie Hood is looking forward to playing for Hong Kong in the Cup of Nations. Photo: SCMP Pictures
Jamie Hood is looking forward to playing for Hong Kong in the Cup of Nations. Photo: SCMP Pictures
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