Kutztown All American Mike Lawrenson, who announced almost three weeks ago that he was joining Counties Manakau Steelers in New Zealand's ITM Cup, has officially signed with the team and has joined them in South Auckland.

Lawrenson, who led Kutztown to one of its best seasons ever, has committed himself to pushing for a place with the USA National Team. He was scouted by Steelers Coach Tana Umaga while playing at the CRC in June.