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Son of Wallabies legend to trial for Sunwolves

The 22-year-old son of legendary Wallabies and Queensland Reds centre Tim Horan has flown to Tokyo for a Super Rugby trial with the Sunwolves.

Sports Wrap 10.12.19

The son of legendary Wallabies and Queensland centre Tim Horan has flown to Tokyo for a Super Rugby trial with the Sunwolves.

22-year-old Alex Horan has joined the Japanese outfit on a four-week training invitation during what may be the team’s final season in Super Rugby.

Alex Horan in action during the Premier Rugby preliminary final between University of Queensland and Sunnybank at Ballymore. Pics Adam Head
Alex Horan in action during the Premier Rugby preliminary final between University of Queensland and Sunnybank at Ballymore. Pics Adam Head

Like his father, Horan is a playmaking centre prospect who enjoyed a decorated junior career, representing the Queensland Reds at schoolboy and Under-20s level.

Horan is a veteran of two National Rugby Championship campaigns with the Canberra Vikings and Brisbane City.

Horan is one of three Queenslanders in the Sunwolves squad at present, alongside Ben Hyne and Jake Schatz.

Tim Horan with son Alex in 2013. Picture: Adam Smith
Tim Horan with son Alex in 2013. Picture: Adam Smith

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