George Turner signs new two-year contract with Edinburgh Rugby

George Turner has signed a two-year extention to his contract with Edinburgh rugby.

The hooker, who graduated into the professional ranks through the team's academy, is the 23rd player to confirm his future with the club in recent months.

Turner, who has committed to the Red and Blacks until May 2018, said; "Growing up in Edinburgh, I wanted to represent the club from the time I began playing rugby. I've enjoyed the opportunities I've had here and I'm looking forward to playing more and kicking on for the next few seasons.

"I've been with Edinburgh for five years now and I really think this season is the best atmosphere and camaraderie there has ever been, it's good to see and great to be part of."

The 23-year-old joined the club in 2011 and made his debut from the bench in the second half of the Guinness PRO12 match against Leinster in Dublin in October 2014, replacing Dougie Fife on the wing, making a solid break and providing a remarkable assist to try scorer Tomas Leonardi.

"That was my first cap and it came on the wing. I've also played back-row and prop. Solly [Alan Solomons] knows my rugby-playing ability - though I'd rather play at hooker - but I'm getting game time and I'm happy to give it a go."

Head coach Alan Solomons said: "George is a talented young hooker who has made positive strides this season and we are delighted that he has elected to continue his progress with us."