The 30-year-old hooker will continue his attachment with the region from the 1st Battalion Welsh Guards, where he holds the rank of Sergeant after 10 years military service.
Born in Newport, Dwyer has seen action in both Bosnia and Helmand Province in Afghanistan, and has represented his regiment, the British Army, and the Combined Services on the field, as well as being selected for the Barbarians in 2010. In 2014 he was named captain of the British Army rugby team.
He first came to the Ospreys attention playing for Bridgend during their 2010/11 promotion winning campaign under current Ospreys Head Coach, Steve Tandy, and made one regional appearance at the start of 2011/12 season against Leinster at the Liberty Stadium.
After spending more time in the environment he was handed a playing contract with the Ospreys, allowing him to make a bigger commitment to his rugby with the full support of his military employers and, to date, he has made 23 appearances for the region. His only try to date was an eye-catching match winner at the end of February’s LV= Cup win in Bath.
Dwyer said: “I’m really excited, and honoured, about re-signing with the region. I love being a part of the Ospreys, it’s a great environment and a fantastic organisation to be involved with. I’m in an extremely fortunate position in that I’m able to combine two really fulfilling careers with two organisations that are committed to developing talent and providing opportunities.
“I’m grateful to the Welsh Guards for their ongoing support, allowing me to pursue my rugby career, and to the coaches at the Ospreys who have the faith in me to give me another year. I want to continue working hard, keep improving and developing, so that I’m ready to make the most of any chances that come my way to wear the shirt.”
