Welsh-qualified Sage signs for Dragons

DRAGONS have signed Wales-qualified centre Jarryd Sage from PRO14 rivals Southern Kings.

The 22-year-old is expected to arrive at Rodney Parade in time to play in December after making one appearance as a replacement for Kings.

Sage, who has family connections in Newbridge, said: “My father is from Wales and being able to join the Dragons is a real privilege for me.”

Dragons boss Bernard Jackman says Sage, right, can play across the threequarters.

“He can play inside or outside centre and has the ability to play wing if needed,” said Jackman.

“I have been tracking him since June and because he had a release clause in his contract at the Southern Kings, I felt it was better to get him into the environment immediately rather than wait until next season.”