Joe Thomas signs first pro deal

Ospreys Rugby have announced that centre, Joe Thomas, has signed his first professional contract with his home region.

The 21-year old former Morriston RFC youngster, who has featured regularly in the Premiership with Aberavon, has been rewarded for his development over the last year.

"It’s great for Joe as a local boy, another one coming through the system to sign a professional contract” said Head Coach, Tandy.

“We’ve been really pleased by his progress this year, from out in Belgium with the senior group last summer and through the Anglo Welsh and B&I campaigns."

The latest youngster from the regional development pathway to sign a professional deal, Thomas represented the Ospreys and Wales at age-grade level, going to two U20 World Championships as well as playing in all five games during their Grand Slam success in 2016.