A new three-year deal will keep 23-year-old Tipperary native, Jake Flannery, at Kingspan Stadium until at least 2026.
Since signing from Munster last year, he was involved in the Emerging Ireland tour last October, which saw three wins from three in South Africa, and recently put in an impressive performance in Ulster’s BKT United Rugby Championship win over Cell C Sharks in Durban.
On his future at Ulster, Flannery said:
“I’ve really enjoyed this past year with Ulster Rugby. I’m delighted to be signing on again for the next three years. I’m excited to progress as an individual and play in a great squad as we continue to compete for silverware.”
Versatile back and Ulster Rugby Academy graduate, Angus Curtis, has put pen to paper on a new two-year deal with the province. The 25-year-old, who was born in Zimbabwe, has made a strong recovery from injury at the end of 2019.
A former Irish U20 international, he has proven his trademark ability at both fly half and centre. Ahead of remaining with the province until at least 2025, Curtis, said:
“Belfast has been my home for the last number of years, and I'm really delighted to be extending my stay. I look forward to continuing my career with this exciting Ulster squad.”
Completing today’s announcements is long-serving centre, Luke Marshall, who has signed a new one-year deal with his home club. The Ballymena man has spent his career with Ulster, having come through the Academy system, and remains an important influence in Dan McFarland’s squad.
Marshall has amassed over 150 appearances for the province, and is responsible for three tries this season in the BKT URC.
Looking forward to the new season, Marshall, said:
“I’m delighted to be continuing for another year with my home province and boyhood club. I’m keen to win some silverware with Ulster during my career at the club.”
Head Coach, Dan McFarland, said:
“Luke has demonstrated over many years his love for Ulster Rugby. This translates directly into his actions on and off the field, and he will play an important role next season in us continuing to compete for championships.
“It’s great to see Jake and Angus also sign-on for the seasons ahead. They are both young backs who have worked extremely hard in a competitive squad. I’m sure they will continue to grow in our set-up over the next couple of years.”