LAUNCESTON Rugby Club have announced the permanent signing of prop Ethan Pearce-Cowley following a successful loan spell last season.

The loosehead joined the All Blacks from Plymouth Albion midway through the campaign and quickly became a firm favourite at Polson Bridge with his dynamic performances.

He has now signed on for the next two seasons as the Cornishmen look to continue to consolidate at Step Five.

See this week’s Post for the thoughts of joint head coach Ian Goldsmith on the news.