CORNISH Pirates director of rugby Ian Davies has been confirmed as the new assistant coach to the English Students side.
The Welshman was unveiled this morning after being selected form a large number of applicants for the post.
He has previous experience of working in youth and university rugby and said he is looking forward to working alongside head coach Aaron James.
Davies said: "Having spent around seven years coaching in the student game prior to coming to Cornwall, I am immensely proud now to be part of the England Students coaching team.
"I am looking forward both to the challenge and also working with Aaron James who is a highly-rated coach working within the Bath Rugby Academy.
“I’m a great lover of the student game, it’s a fantastic brand of rugby.
"Student rugby gives a special opportunity to combine sport with higher education and involves a very high standard of rugby.”
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