Jersey: Russell Anderson and Rhys Owen signed for new season
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Jersey have completed their squad for the 2015-16 season by signing hooker Russell Anderson and centre Rhys Owen.
Anderson, 21, is a Scotland youth international who was part of Sale's 'A' League side last season, as well as having a spell in National One with Darlington Mowden Park.
Owen, 22, has spent the past three years with Loughborough Students.
The former Worcester youngster scored 14 tries in over 60 appearances in National One for Loughborough.
| Jersey's summer signings | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Butterworth | Ben Featherstone | James Freeman | Cosma Garfagnoli |
| Oli Evans | Sean McCarthy | Tommy Spinks | Ross Adair |
| Jack Moates | Mark Cooke | Brendan Cope | Richard Lane |
| Tom Howe | Will Rowlands | Russell Anderson | Rhys Owen |
"Russell and Rhys both fit the bill as promising and hungry young players who have the potential to make a big impact for Jersey once we get out on the field for matches next month," said head coach Harvey Biljon.
"Like the rest of the squad they've had a tough time during pre-season, but they've adapted well and are looking forward to appearing in front of a home crowd at St Peter in the coming weeks."
