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Sam Nemec-Vial following the footsteps of his idol Ben Smith

Otago fullback Sam Nemec-Vial warms up during a training session at Logan Park on Friday. Photo: Peter McIntosh

Adrian SeconiSports reporter

Friday, August 7, 2026

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