Powell’s journey with the Lions – from failure to arrival - is almost complete
February 23, 2009
Andy Powell is all set for his first Six Nations encounter against England this weekend. He made an exceptional debut at Murrayfield and has turned himself into a strong candidate for the Lions tour. Five years back, Powell had spent six months in the family recycling business, turning his back on rugby.
Andy Powell’s assets for the Lions spot for the South African trip may be enhanced in Wales where he will play at No8 on Sunday, following the active performance that helped to defeat Scotland. Powell’s tackle on Chris Paterson at the end of the first half prevented a try which could have seen Wales’s interval lead as 16-10.
When Powell joined as a development player for Newport, he was just 18. Former Wales coach, Graham Henry, gave Powell a chance in the national squad and his play attracted several bright reviews.
He said that when he joined Newport, he was a young man who was easily led and would easily go along with the craic. There he was shown proper direction and also allowed to play his natural game.
