Paul Turner signs new contract extension

Director of Rugby Mark Lavery has confirmed that Head Coach Paul Turner has extended his contract in advance of Ampthill’s first season in the Championship.

Paul, capped at fly half for Wales and formerly Head Coach of Newport Gwent Dragons, has been at the club for seven years and has overseen three promotions in that period as the ambitious newly promoted Bedfordshire side surged through the leagues.

Head Coach Paul Turner commented: “I am really pleased to have committed to Ampthill for a further period.

"It has been a pleasure working with Mark Lavery throughout my time here and I am excited to continue our relationship as we move to the next stage of this project.

"The Championship is a highly competitive league and we understand the challenges it will present.

"However, we are look forward to the opportunity to compete against established and successful rugby clubs.”