Stoke-on-Trent Rugby Club has revealed who will be the first team captain for the 2020/21 season, with the new skipper receiving high praise from club personnel.
Miles Bloor steps into the role of club skipper for the upcoming campaign, with a spokesperson for the club stating: “Miles has grown in stature at the club over the last few years and has emerged as a natural leader within the group.
“Miles has been tasked with taking the first team to new heights next season! Congratulations Miles, we are all fully behind you!”
He replaces Sam Yorke who steps down from the position after two years in the role.
The spokesperson added: “We would like to thank Sam Yorke for leading the club in such a fantastic manner over the past two seasons.”
Stoke-on-Trent Rugby Club head coach Chris Rowley told Sport in Staffs that his appointment to club captain was something always on the agenda.
“Miles has been at the club since returning to the area from university,” he explained.
“He has slowly grown in stature over the years and has developed into a real leader. He is intelligent, communicates well and his aggressive nature on the pitch inspires others to follow.
“Miles has been the vice captain to Sam Yorke over the past two seasons and the plan was always to give him the opportunity as captain at some point and it now feels like the right time.
“Sam will be mentoring George Boughey as a joint vice captain after George displayed great attitude and commitment throughout last season.”
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