Dragons RFC are delighted to announce that Wales international prop Chris Coleman has signed a new deal to remain at his home club.
Garndiffaith RFC product Coleman made his Wales debut last summer against Japan and his second cap against South Africa in the Autumn.
The tighthead is fast approaching a century in Dragons colours having made 88 appearances to date, including 19 last season. He has scored four tries, including one in the win against Stade Français last Sunday.
The Dragons Academy graduate attended Newport High School before making his senior debut during the 2017/18 season against Scarlets at Judgement Day.
He joins Angus O'Brien, Che Hope, Brodie Coghlan and Rio Dyer in agreeing new terms.
The 27-year-old said: “Dragons is my home region, I’ve been here since Under-16s and I genuinely love training and playing with some of my best mates, especially in front of a packed Rodney Parade.
“The last year has been special for me and my family, getting my first Welsh cap was a lifetime goal of mine.
“It is only the start; there is a lot of competition within this squad which drives us all to get better and I think Dragons is the best place for me to keep continuing to improve every day.
“It feels like we’re growing something together here, the playing squad and coaches are a tight knit group, and all want to work for each other, so I’m excited to see where we can go over the next couple of years.”
Coleman has played for Ebbw Vale, Newport and Cross Keys, along with home club Garndiffaith.
Forwards Coach Sam Hobbs added: “This is another retention to our forwards and squad.
“Chris is a great example of hard work and perseverance throughout his career so far.
“Coming through our Academy and pathway, he has developed into a quality senior tighthead. His consistency and robustness over the last few seasons has been particularly impressive, resulting in international honours for Wales.
“The exciting thing about Chris is there is still potential to get better and with his willingness and dedication to improve every day we look forward to continuing his development.
“After overcoming a serious injury early this season, it was great to see him perform well against Stade Francais Paris and we look forward to him finishing the season strongly with an exciting block of games.”
It feels like we’re growing something together here, the playing squad and coaches are a tight knit group, and all want to work for each other, so I’m excited to see where we can go over the next couple of years...
