Alex Schwarz signs for the Cornish Pirates

The Cornish Pirates can confirm that scrum-half Alex Schwarz has signed a one- year contract for the club.

Aged 25, the Bodelwyddan-born North Walian number 9 joins from RGC - Rygbi Gogledd Cymru – who play in Wales’ Principality Premiership.

Cornish Pirates coach Gavin Cattle is looking forward to working with Alex, saying:

“We came across Alex when he played against us this season for Scarlets Premiership Select.

 “Quick to the breakdown, he does the basics well, has a good kick game, and will bring experience to the squad, having enjoyed an excellent season with RGC who themselves play a positive brand of rugby.”

Alex played his early rugby at Mold Rugby Club and then represented RGC from under 12s to under 18s. He has represented Wales U18s, winning caps against France, Scotland and Japan, and has also in the past played for Italian side Rugby Colorno.