The versatile forward, capable of playing in the second row and back row, joined from National Provincial Championship club Counties Manukau in New Zealand.
He represented New Zealand U20s in 2019 after impressing for Waikato.
James was a member of the Chiefs squad for the Super Rugby season in 2020 and, in 2024, made the move to fellow Super Rugby side the Blues.
Founded in 1880
Leicester Tigers have grown from their Leicester roots into one of the best-known names in English rugby. With their historic home at Welford Road and a proud tradition built over generations, the Tigers represent passion, resilience and a deep connection with their community.
The club has called Mattioli Woods Welford Road home since 1892. Situated close to Leicester city centre, the ground has witnessed generations of players and supporters contribute to the Tigers story, developing alongside the club while remaining on the same historic site.
Success has played a major part in that story. Leicester Tigers describe themselves as English rugby’s most successful team, with a history shaped by domestic achievements, European competition and generations of players who have represented the club at the highest levels of the game.
Yet the identity of Leicester Tigers extends beyond results on the pitch. The club’s heritage is closely connected with Leicester and the wider Tigers family, encompassing players, coaches, administrators and supporters who have each contributed to its development. The Leicester Tigers Foundation continues to recognise and preserve that heritage, while highlighting the club’s connection with its local communities.
That combination of heritage, determination, community and sporting ambition has helped establish Leicester Tigers as an enduring part of Leicester’s identity.
For us, supporting James Thompon is therefore about more than sponsoring an individual player. It is an opportunity to support someone representing a club with deep local roots, a proud history and a strong connection with the people and communities surrounding it.
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