Brett Connon extends Newcastle Red Bulls stay
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Brett Connon has committed his future to Newcastle Red Bulls, with the fly-half signing a new two-year deal.
The Cumbrian has scored 748 points in 146 games for the Kingston Park club having come through the academy, with the former Ireland Under-20s cap saying: “I’d love to be part of the change here.
“I grew up supporting Newcastle and I’ve been involved as a player since the age of 15.
“Everyone sees what the future can be with Red Bull involved, and the positive work going on around the place.
“Our performances are already starting to improve and the possibilities are exciting, so I’m just glad to have things sorted and be involved.”
Homegrown and here to stay ✍️💙
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Newcastle Red Bulls sporting general manager Neil McIlroy said: “I’ve been very impressed with Brett’s professionalism and how he has embraced the change that we are bringing about at the club.
“He’s an outstanding goal-kicker who is working hard to help improve our all-round game, and he is a very positive influence among the group.
“Having a homegrown core is really valuable for us with so much change going on around the club, and in Brett we have somebody who can continue to be a standard-bearer for that policy.”
BRETT CONNON BIOG
Position: Fly-half
Born: 29/8/1996
Height: 1.76m (5 foot 10)
Weight: 89kg (14 stone)
Honours: Ireland U20
