Hamer had impressed at junior level with the Phoenix, and his opportunity came towards the end of the 2007-08 season, with Phoenix head coach Tony Hand's decision to release Rhys McWilliams from the Phoenix roster.
Whist at the Phoenix, McWilliams was re-united with his former Barons team-mate, Nick Whyatt.
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