Octagon to Absorb Prosport Rugby

Octagon today announced a major expansion of its rugby business, following the acquisition of Prosport International’s rugby division. With the agreement, prominent rugby agent Tom Negri was named head of Octagon Rugby, and Prosport’s rugby clients will join Octagon.

Highlighted by Italian National Team stars Sebastian Negri and Simone Ferrari, more than 20 Prosport Rugby clients from national team members, to URC players, to up and coming names across the world’s leading rugby academies, will now be represented by Octagon.

“We are thrilled to welcome Tom and these incredibly talented athletes to the Octagon family,” said Franco Barocas, managing director of Octagon Rugby & Cricket. “We appreciate their belief in us and our global approach to this important sport, as it continues to gain traction around the world.”

“Prosport is pleased to announce that our rugby division has been acquired by Octagon, marking a new chapter in both our journeys,” said Mike Makaab, CEO, Prosport International. “Tom Negri’s unwavering dedication and hard work have been instrumental in the growth of Prosport’s rugby division over the past decade. As we acknowledge this transition, we extend our sincere appreciation to Tom, and wish both him and Octagon the very best in this powerful combination.”

Franco and Clifford Bloxham, SVP & head of Octagon UK Talent and Properties, will lead the worldwide integration of Octagon’s expanded presence in rugby. Octagon Rugby’s pre-existing client roster features superstars and England National Rugby Team Flankers Tom Curry and Ben Curry.