Darlington Mowden Park are delighted to announce that Ollie Walker has re-signed with the club ahead of the upcoming National One season. The versatile back has become a regular in the 1st XV in recent seasons, having signed from Tynedale in 2018. Asked about extending his stay at the Darlington club, Walker said: "The season is just about here and I can’t wait to run out with my mates and do some rugby!"

Walker has made 42 league appearances in his 2 seasons with DMP so far, scoring 12 tries in the process. The winger established himself as a regular starter before the 2019/20 season was cut short, missing only a handful of league fixtures and crossing the whitewash 7 times. DMP Director of Rugby Garry Law added: "Ollie's a player who probably doesn't quite get the plaudits he deserves. He does a lot of the unseen stuff both in attack and defence which is invaluable to any squad. He is predominantly a winger but is more than able at centre also."

"This versatility is a big bonus when selecting partnerships on in match day squads. Another big plus is he knows his way to the try line and something I'm sure we'll see more of this coming season."

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