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The Hounds agreed to terms with Zabierek on January 5, 2025 after the hooker spent the conclusion of the 2024 Major League Rugby season with the Seattle Seawolves, culminating in a Western Conference championship.

The Oakland, California native was originally selected by Los Angeles RFC during the second round of the 2023 MLR Collegiate Draft. However, prior to the 2024 MLR season beginning, the hooker opted to sign with the American Raptors.

After impressive performances with the Raptors, Zabierek signed with the Seawolves before their 2024 playoff run. The promising young prospect appeared in six games, including a start against RFC Los Angeles in Week 16. In 190 total minutes of action, he carried the ball 17 times for 79 meters (4.6 meters-per-carry) and beat one defender.

Despite just appearing in six games, his defensive numbers were undeniably impressive. Zabierek completed 35 of his 37 tackle attempts, including a staggering seven dominant tackles.