Ealing Trailfinders are excited to announce the signing of Australian flanker Carlo Tizzano.

The 22-year-old will join Ealing following three years in Sydney representing the NSW Waratahs in Super Rugby. The energetic flanker has achieved 18 Super Rugby appearances for the Waratahs since his arrival in 2020.

A product of the Rugby WA Academy in Perth, Carlo has also represented the Western Force, Australian School Boys and Australian U20s. He was one of the standout performers at the World Rugby U20 Championship, as well as playing a key role in Australia’s undefeated Oceania Rugby U20 Championship campaign.

Plenty of game time followed for Western Force in the National Rugby Championship, and the Waratahs in Super Rugby AU and Super Rugby Trans-Tasman. The talented openside has made the leap from gifted age-grade prospect to influential senior player.

Ahead of his move to London, Carlo said: “I am extremely excited to have the opportunity to play for Ealing. Ealing is a highly regarded club and it is evident that they are going in the right direction to be in the Premiership and I can’t wait to be a part of it.”

Ben Ward, Ealing’s Director of Rugby added: “We are very pleased to sign a player of Carlo’s quality. He’s an excellent young player, adds power and experience to our back-row and will become a crucial member of our squad. He has proven playing experience in Australia and we’re excited to watch him develop even further.”

Powerful Ulster prop Ross Kane is the latest player to sign for Ealing Trailfinders ahead of the 2022/23 Championship campaign.

The 27-year-old has been an impressive and invaluable member of the Ulster squad since his senior debut against Dragons in September 2016. Born in Belfast, Ross played his junior rugby for Donaghadee RFC before captaining Methodist College to the Schools’ Cup title in 2013. He continued his rise through the ranks representing Ireland U19s against France in 2017.

The tighthead makes the moves to West London with 60 Ulster appearances under his belt, adding further experience and firepower to Ealing’s Championship pack.

Expressing his delight to join Trailfinders, Ross said: “I’m incredibly excited to be joining Ealing and taking the next step in my rugby career. The club has achieved so much over the last few years, winning both the Championship and the Championship Cup. It’s a hard working club with a lot of aspirations, on an exciting journey for promotion that I’m eager to be involved with. I’m looking forward to getting started with the team and adding what I’ve learnt at my time with Ulster.”

Director of Rugby Ben Ward commented: “Ross is a great addition to our squad. He is a tough, hard-working player who is renowned for his strong scrummaging and his consistent ability to carry with power and use his strength at the set piece. He is an ambitious player who wants to achieve the ultimate success at our club.”

Ealing Trailfinders are thrilled to announce the signing of experienced Irish hooker Kevin O’Byrne ahead of the 2022/23 Championship season.

The 31-year-old moves to West London following a successful eight year career with Munster, earning 90 appearances and featuring in the PRO12/14, United Rugby Championship and European Champions Cup.

The Cork native joined Munster in 2013/14, before earning his senior debut against Gloucester at Kingsholm in August 2014. He went on to make his Pro12 debut against Edinburgh in the first match of the 2014 season, before playing a major part in Munster A’s British & Irish Cup title in 2016/17, charging through for a try in the final against Jersey Reds.

Kevin’s Champions Cup debut came against Racing 92 in October 2017, coming off the bench in the 61st minute as Munster battled their way to a gritty 14-7 win. In 2020/21 he was named in the PRO14 Dream Team, starting six of Munster’s 13 league matches and crossing for four tries.

Ahead of his move to Ealing Trailfinders, Kevin said: “I am very fortunate to have the opportunity to play for Ealing Trailfinders. The club has exceptional aspirations and a fantastic squad and energy, I am really looking forward to getting stuck in.”

Director of Rugby Ben Ward added: “Kevin’s playing record speaks for itself. He’s a highly experienced competitor who will make an immediate impact at our club, bolstering our front-row stocks and becoming a key figure in our determination to achieve further success.”

Ealing Trailfinders are delighted to announce the signing of former England U20s and Bath Rugby scrum-half Ollie Fox.

The 23-year-old is highly rated throughout English rugby and makes the switch to Trailfinders following an impressive Premiership stint at Bath. Ollie achieved 21 first-team appearances throughout his three seasons at The Rec, including 11 leagues matches and two Cup fixtures in 2021/22.

Born in Dewsbury, Ollie grew up playing rugby league before joining the Yorkshire Carnegie Academy at the age of 14. He went on to make his Championship debut in 2016/17, before representing England at the U20s Six Nations and World Rugby U20s Championship.

In preparation for his move to Ealing, Ollie said: “It’s a really exciting time to join Trailfinders. Having played a few times at Vallis Way, I know it’s a highly ambitious club with a great plan. I can’t wait to get the shirt on and give it everything every time I get the opportunity.”

Ben Ward, Ealing’s Director of Rugby, said: “Ollie is a very impressive young player who will add further Premiership experience to our squad. He’s an extremely talented and highly skilful competitor who possesses a slick passing game and neat field kicking. We’re looking forward to the impact he will make at our club.”