Ramm explains decision to leave Saints as his next club is confirmed
James Ramm says this summer feels like the right time to return home as he prepares to leave Saints for Western Force at the end of the season.
The 27-year-old back arrived at cinch Stadium at Franklin’s Gardens in the summer of 2022 and made his debut in Saints’ second fixture of the 2022/23 season, against London Irish.


Ramm has gone on to make 68 appearances in a Saints shirt so far, establishing himself as a consistent presence in the back three.
He will head back to his native Australia this summer having spent four seasons in Northampton.
And Ramm said: “My time at Saints has been the most enjoyable period of my career so far – I’ve absolutely loved being in Northampton.
“From the moment I arrived, the club, the people, the players and the coaches have all made it such a positive experience, and I’ve got nothing but good things to say about my time here.
“The rugby has obviously been a huge part of that, but what really stands out for me is the environment. You come into training every day and there’s a real energy about the place – everyone wants to improve, but you’re also enjoying the work and having fun together. That’s a credit to the group and to the coaches, and it’s something I’ll miss a lot.
“Now, though, it feels like the right time for my wife and I to head home. We’ve spent four years here, reached some big milestones together and built memories we’ll always cherish, but returning to Australia and starting the next chapter of our lives is something we’re really looking forward to.
“I’ll thank the boys and the staff properly myself, but I do want to say how much the Saints family has meant to me. The supporters have been incredibly welcoming from day one, and playing at cinch Stadium has been a special experience. The messages after games and the support around town have made this a brilliant place to play rugby.
“I’m not finished here yet, though. We’re still competing on multiple fronts and my focus is fully on giving everything I can for this team right until the end.
"To finish by winning more silverware would be the perfect way to sign off in Northampton.”