Force farewells six players following conclusion of 2026 season

The Western Force thanks departing players George Bridge, Max Burey, Feao Fotuaika, Harry Johnson-Holmes, Darby Lancaster and Titi Nofoagatotoa for their service to the Club.

The Club acknowledges their contributions and service, wishing them all well for the future.

George Bridge is departing to take up an overseas opportunity. Burey and Lancaster will depart for other clubs.

Bridge joined the Force prior to the 2026 season and quickly took up a leadership role. He played all but one game, playing high minutes largely in a new role at outside-centre and scoring two tries.

Burey has been with the Force since 2023, notching up 33 Super Rugby caps in a variety of backline roles. 

Tighthead prop Fotuaika switched to the Force in 2026 but was unable to play due to injury.

Johnson-Holmes overcame long-term Achilles and ACL injuries to play every game in the 2026 season. The likeable prop reached 100 Super Rugby caps in the Round 10 win over the Crusaders.

Lancaster moved to the Force prior to the 2026 season and impressed with four tries in five games before sustaining a season-ending ankle injury against the Reds in Round 8.

Nofoagatotoa has been involved with the Force since 2023, with the back-rower debuting in the 2024 campaign, playing three Super Rugby games during his time in the west.