Hugh Bokenham joins Gloucester Rugby from Cornish Pirates
He'll make the move at the end of the season
Back Row player Hugh Bokenham is to leave Cornish Pirates at the end of the season, and join Gloucester Rugby.
The 23 year old, born in Sydney arrived in Cornwall in September 2023 and has made 42 appearances for the club, scoring 12 tries.
He makes the step up from the Championship to join the Cherry and Whites in the Premiership.
Cornish Pirates joint head coach Alan Paver said:
“Hugh has been an incredible performer on the field for us and who’d have thought that young man who came to us from Australia would have bedded in so easily.
“The way he took on the set piece as he did was impressive, and not only embracing it he also excelled calling the line-out. His talent has been clear to see on the field, whilst he is also a really good man off it, who has built up a lot of true friendships.
“In his time with us Hugh has been a standout performer, a good leader, and we wish him all the very best.”
Hugh said: "I have loved my time in Cornwall and at the Cornish Pirates. It is a truly special club that has given me many incredible memories and lifelong friends.
“I’ll be watching and supporting from afar, as the club continues to build!”
Gloucester Director of Rugby, George Skivington said:
“Hugh is a talented forward and, like Mike, brings a wealth of Championship experience already at such a young age.
“He’s a powerful ball carrier, we’ve witnessed that first-hand when we played against him in the Premiership Rugby Cup this season, and he’s also capable of playing multiple positions in the pack, which is a really valuable asset in today’s game."