# James Pater scores hat-trick at Northampton Saints

> James Pater scores hat-trick for Northampton Saints after George Furbank's departure.
- Title: James Pater scores hat-trick at Northampton Saints | Shortify
- Summary: James Pater scores hat-trick for Northampton Saints after George Furbank's departure. James Pater scored a hat-trick for Northampton Saints in their 59-26…
- Keywords: james pater, northampton saints, george furbank, harlequins, rugby, england, newcastle red bulls, full-back, hat-trick, club rugby, sports, James
- Source: The Rugby Paper — https://therugbypaper.co.uk/all/domestic-club-rugby-union/english-premiership/494154/pater-is-on-track-to-follow-furbank
- Author: Adam Hathaway
- Published: 2026-10-04T03:59:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: james pater, northampton saints, george furbank, harlequins, rugby, england, newcastle red bulls, full-back, hat-trick, club rugby, sports
## James Pater
James Pater is a 19-year-old Northampton Saints player who scored a hat-trick in their 59-26 win over Newcastle Red Bulls.
## George Furbank
George Furbank left Northampton Saints for Harlequins at the end of last season.
## Pater's inspiration
Pater revealed that learning George Furbank was leaving was positive and negative for his development.

> When we found out George was leaving, it was positive and a negative.
## Northampton Saints
Northampton Saints won their opening match 59-26 against Newcastle Red Bulls with Pater scoring a hat-trick.
## Pater's role
Pater is a full-back who has taken inspiration from George Furbank to play for Northampton Saints.
## Key takeaway

James Pater scored a hat-trick for Northampton Saints in their 59-26 win over Newcastle Red Bulls after George Furbank left for Harlequins.