Local fans won't have the chance to see Harry Wilson in action but former Inverell boy Jock Campbell will feature for the Reds in tonight's trial against the Waratahs in Narrabri.
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Gunnedah export Wilson is one of a handful of the Reds' Wallabies not named in the 25-man squad for what will be their only hit-out ahead of the Super Rugby AU season.
Campbell, whose performance for the Reds at fullback last season saw him in Wallabies calculations, has been named among a centre/outside backs contingent that also includes Melbourne Storm premiership winner Suliasi Vunivalu.
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It will be the former schoolboy rugby sensation's first game for Queensland after making the switch back to the 15-man code following a decorated career in the NRL with Melbourne.
There are an additional 10 uncapped Super Rugby players in the squad who will get their chance to impress in the Queensland jersey.
"We're looking forward to travelling to Narrabri and connecting with the community out there," Reds coach Brad Thorn said.
"It's a good opportunity for some our new guys to step-up. They've worked hard in the pre-season and they'll get their chance to show that on Friday night."
"The Waratahs will provide a good contest and we're looking forward to the challenge."
Tonight's game kicks-off at 8pm and will follow an afternoon of sevens action featuring the Australian men's 7s team.
Queensland Reds trial squad:
Frontrow: Richie Asiata, Matt Faessler, Feao Fotuaika, Harry Hoopert, Josh Nasser, Zane Nonggorr, Dane Zander
Locks/Backrow: Ben Grant, Fraser McReight, Ryan Smith, Tuaina Taii Tualima, Sam Wallis, Liam Wright, Seru Uru
Halves: Lawson Creighton, Bryce Hegarty, Moses Sorovi, Kalani Thomas
Centres/Outside Backs: Jock Campbell, Hudson Creighton, Filipo Daugunu, Ilaisa Droasese, Mac Grealy, Hamish Stewart, Suliasi Vunivalu