Scarlets sign two new scrumhalves

Scarlets have confirmed the signings of scrum-halves Kieran Hardy and Sam Hidalgo-Clyne.

 
With Wales international scrum half Aled Davies heading across the Loughor to join the Ospreys for the 2018-19 season the Scarlets have looked to bolster the squad with experience and exciting young talent.

 
Hailing from Pontyberem Hardy developed through the age grade ranks at the region and was a member of the region’s Academy. He made his professional debut for the Scarlets against Northampton Saints in the Anglo-Welsh Cup campaign in November 2014.
 

The 22-year-old made a move to English Championship side Jersey ahead of the 2016-17 season where he has starred.
 

He played for Wales Under 20s in the 6 Nations and Junior World Cup in 2015, having previously played for his country at both Under-16 and Under-18 levels.
 
Hardy has also represented Carmarthen Quins in the Welsh Principality Premiership, Swalec Welsh Cup and British & Irish Cup.
 

24-year-old Scottish international Sam Hidalgo-Clyne, who graduated from Edinburgh Rugby’s Elite Development roster two years early, will be joining the region from the Scottish capital side.
 
Taking on kicking duties midway through the 2014/15 season, his accuracy with the boot and electrifying displays helped his club to the European Challenge Cup Final.
 
Hidalgo-Clyne made his full international debut in the 2015 Six Nations championship.