St Ives Rugby Club's head coach Paul Humphreys is "delighted" to have secured the services of an ex-professional rugby player as the new backs coach for the coming season.

Will Sutton arrives at the club having had stints with Leicester Tigers Academy and championship rugby side Nottingham.

Former fly-half Will said: "I am really looking forward to joining St Ives next season.

"To have the opportunity to build on the positive end of last year is an exciting prospect. 

The Hunts Post: Will has been appointed as the new backs coach in time for pre-season with the first friendy already in the calendar for August 12. Will has been appointed as the new backs coach in time for pre-season with the first friendy already in the calendar for August 12. (Image: Paul Cox)

"I look at the group we have, and there is a great blend of youth and experience.

"I have worked with some fantastic coaches during my time with Leicester and Nottingham, and a lot of what I learnt from them still sticks with me, and hopefully, I can put across some of that to this group.

"I would love to see the team get back to the top of the table again."

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Paul added: "I am pleased to welcome Will to the coaching set-up this coming season. I pass on my congratulations and am looking forward to working with him.

"I have no doubt he will be an excellent fit for our team and will assist me in taking the team to new heights.

"Welcome again to the club; we are elated to secure his services."