Fly-half Houston to leave Cornish Pirates in summer

Bruce Houston has been Cornish Pirates' first-choice fly-half this season

Cornish Pirates fly-half Bruce Houston will leave the club at the end of the season.

The 25-year-old has agreed a two-year deal with French third-tier side Union Sportive Bressane.

The former Ireland youth international moved to the Championship side in October 2023 on an initial one-year deal before agreeing new terms last summer.

Houston, who joined from Scottish side Heriot's, has scored 271 points in 45 games for the Pirates.

"Bruce has been a great contributor during his time with us,” said Pirates joint-head coach Gavin Cattle.

“Besides his performances in matches, he has really contributed off the field and has been a real influence within the squad.

"He is a good leader in his own style and is also very calm and understanding, and the opportunity that has arisen for him is obviously an exciting one.

"It will be a different experience and we'll naturally be wishing him all the best."