Waterloo ace James Hall makes big move to Coventry

May 28 2009 Crosby Herald

WATERLOO prop James Hall has signed a one-year deal to join National One outfit Coventry next season.

The youngster has played for England Students this season and O’Keefe is pleased to see him make the step up.

He said: “We’re disappointed to lose James but delighted that’s he’s got this chance. While we’re going down, he’s shown he’s capable of playing at a higher level and we helped get this deal.

“James first came up here as a student and he’s had three good years here. When he was 18 he wasn’t up to much but over time he’s really improved.

“He’s the third prop in three years who we’ve helped get a move to a full-time club with Rob O’Donnell going to Sale and Shaun Ruwers signing for Worcester.

“ This place has become a breeding ground for quality props.”

BACK row forward Richie Bignell is moving to Coventry from Midlands rivals Moseley.

The 22-year-old flanker – a product of Colston’s College and Bristol Academy – becomes the fifth addition to Coventry’s pack for the inaugural Championship season after lock Arthur Brenton, No.8 Aaron Carpenter, prop James Hall and second row Louis McGowan whose return to the club from Rotherham has also been confirmed.