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Force sign up Sevens flyer Mafi
ESPNscrum Staff
November 11, 2010
Alfie Mafi has joined the Western Force © Getty Images
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Western Force have added Australia Sevens representative Alfie Mafi to their squad for next year's Super Rugby campaign.

The former Waratahs and Brumbies wing came through a series of fitness tests to win a place on the Force roster after several injury-disrupted seasons.

"It's something I think I needed to do, it's a challenge I was really keen to take on and to make the most of," he said. "I've always enjoyed the way the rugby has been played at the Western Force and I'm really looking forward to the season.

"I've had a few injuries that have set me back, including two broken ankles and fractured fibula, and after that you tend to be playing catch-up footy. Having a good pre-season is top of my list and then hopefully press for game time when the season comes around."

Force boss Richard Graham reserved praise for his 22-year-old recruit's desire.

"What we see in Alfie is a player with enormous potential and someone with the desire and focus to realise that talent," he said. "Alfie has worked hard over the last few weeks and arrived for the start of our 'official' pre-season training in wonderful condition.

"He gave himself every opportunity to get through the testing and it's that level of commitment that is needed to succeed at the top level."

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