His first eight appearances for the Blues were at Outsidehalf before switching to Fullback for the LV Cup match against Gloucester at Kingsholm where he scored a try. He went on to make 20 appearances for the Blues, scoring 3 tries and a drop goal.
Everyone at Cardiff Blues would like to thank Sam for his efforts in what was a difficult transition for him and we wish him the best of luck with his onward rugby career. Cardiff Blues CEO, Robert Norster added;
"Sam is a talented athlete and rugby player that sadly we did not see fulfil his full potential here in Wales. On behalf of everyone at the Blues, I would like to wish Sam and his partner, Natalie every success and happineswith their future in Japan".