Hopes is primarily a defensive asset, averaging eight tackles per appearance across ten URC matches as a replacement — a rate that points to consistent, high-volume impact in limited minutes. His carrying load is modest, suggesting his role centres on defensive duties rather than ball-carrying, though a single-game peak of 25 tackles demonstrates he can shoulder a substantial defensive burden when called upon.
Joe Hopes is a professional rugby union flanker registered with the Ulster, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with hunting turnovers and carrying as a loose forward.
As a flanker, Joe features for the Ulster across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.
Follow Joe Hopes's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest Ulster news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
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