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Falcons swoop for Spice

Image: Spice: Heading to Newcastle

Experienced scrum-half Jason Spice has agreed to join Newcastle on a short-term contract.

New Zealander agrees a 'pay-as-you-play' deal

Experienced scrum-half Jason Spice has agreed to join Newcastle on a short-term contract. The 35-year-old New Zealander arrives at Kingston Park as emergeny cover after Mickey Young was left as the club's only fit No.9. Spice has agreed a 'pay-as-you-play' deal and will be eligible to make his debut in the must-win game against Leeds on Boxing Day. "Spice provides much needed cover for Micky Young at scrum-half," said coach Alan Tait. "He also brings with him a wealth of experience which is invaluable for the club." Spice has previously played for Bristol, Ospreys, Cardiff Blues, Wellington, Hurricanes and Waikato, while he spent a month providing cover at Leicester.