Billy Pollard

Born on 9 December 2001, Billy Pollard is an Australian hooker who has become one of the most promising forwards to emerge from the Brumbies academy. The Canberra side converted him into a frontline hooker, where his athleticism around the park and accuracy at the set-piece quickly stood out. Pollard represented the Junior Wallabies before graduating into Super Rugby, making a strong impression during his debut season in 2022. A mobile forward with a high work rate, he combines reliable lineout throwing with the ball-carrying instincts of a loose forward, making him an asset in both phases of play. Pollard is viewed as part of the next wave of Australian front-row talent and continues to develop his craft in the Brumbies' forward pack, where he provides energy, set-piece stability and a platform for the team's attacking game.