James Fender: Ospreys lock signs new contract

James Fender has made 15 appearances for Ospreys

Ospreys lock James Fender has signed a new contract after his breakthrough season with the Welsh side.

Fender, 22, had an impressive start to the season, but has been sidelined since suffering an arm injury against Perpignan in January.

The ex-Wales Under-20s lock spent time on loan at Cornish Pirates last season.

"What is exciting is there is more to come from him once he is back from injury," said Ospreys head coach Toby Booth.