Connacht Rugby sign Rory Scholes

Connacht have announced the signing of former Ulster and Ireland U20 winger Rory Scholes for the 2017/18 season.

Scholes moves from Edinburgh where he spent last season having previously scored five tries in 26 appearances for Ulster.

The Belfast-born 24-year-old made nine appearances for Ireland U20s in the 2013 season scoring 33 points in the process.

Speaking on his arrival in the Sportsground, Rory Scholes said:

“I am delighted to be joining Connacht ahead of the new season, particularly with an exciting new coaching team in place. I am looking forward to running out in the Sportsground and playing my part in what will hopefully be a successful season for the province.”