Mark Hewitt Signs 2 Year Contract

Following the resignation a few weeks back of Jim McKay, it has now been officially confirmed that Mark Hewitt has signed a two-year contract to be Coach of the Cornish Pirates.

A former Royal Marine, 48 years old Mark was appointed Forwards Coach in June, 2006, arriving from Premiership outfit Gloucester where he was the club's RFU Academy Manager.

After signing his new contract, the former Plymouth Albion, Devon and Combined Services player commented:
"These are extremely exciting times in a passionate rugby area, the role providing me with a continuing opportunity to ambitiously strive and work for the benefit of the Cornish Pirates, who are quite clearly going in the right direction both on and off the field."

The club's CEO, Rod Coward, added:
"We are delighted that Mark Hewitt has committed himself to the Cornish Pirates for the next two years.

This is clear evidence of our intentions and brings stability to the club and to the squad.

The spontaneous applause at the EGM on Monday, which greeted my announcement that Mark is to remain as our Coach, shows how highly he is regarded by our supporters. I am now discussing with Mark who should be our backs coach."