Sam Snell: Cornwall RLFC add fourth Cornish player to new squad

Sam Snell has mainly played union but has featured for the Cornwall rugby league side

Sam Snell has become the latest Cornish player to sign for Cornwall RLFC.

The 31-year-old has mainly played rugby union for the likes of Launceston, Brixham and Okehampton but impressed at a recent open trial.

He is the fourth Cornish player to join the newly formed League One club, who begin their maiden campaign at North Wales Crusaders on 2 April.

"The signing of Sam further enhances our Cornish contingent at the club," said head coach Neil Kelly.

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"I am really looking forward to working with him during our pre-season and then when the serious stuff starts in April.

"Sam is another versatile footballer that will give us some go-forward when attacking and strength in defence too."