Alex Newsome has been named NSW vice-captain ahead of the side's opening clash in the inaugural Super Rugby AU competition.
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The Waratahs will play the Reds in Brisbane on Friday night, with NSW head coach Rob Penney handing the Glen Innes native his first official leadership role at the organisation.
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Newsome will play outside centre against the Reds.
Queensland captain Liam Wright said his side were looking forward to "smashing" the New South Welshmen, though Newsome disregarded the rhetoric from across the border.
"I reckon it's a bit rich from a mob that drink mid-strength beer mate," Newsome quipped.
The midfield back was also upbeat despite the Waratahs winning just one of six games in the original Super Rugby season under new coach Penney.
"It's probably the best preparation we've had for a game in recent memory, because we've been able to review the start of the year and make changes," Newsome said.
Australian Associated Press
