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Northampton Saints second row Tom Lockett has signed a new contract with the Prem leaders.<\/b><\/p>\n
Lockett has made 49 appearances for Saints, having switched to rugby from football when a youngster, after once being a member of Colchester United’s academy.<\/p>\n
He was called into England’s training squad for the autumn internationals, having played for the A team against Ireland last year. <\/p>\n
“Being part of a young group that’s developing fast, but also pushing hard for more silverware, is a brilliant environment to come into every day,” the 23-year-old said.<\/p>\n
“We’ve got real depth in the second row. Training alongside players like Alex Coles, Ed Prowse, Chunya Munga and JJ van der Mescht pushes all of us to raise our level. <\/p>\n
“Each of us brings something different and that competition has been massive for my development.”<\/p>\n
The length of Lockett’s new deal has not been disclosed – but he has only played four games so far this term because of injury.<\/p>\n
“Physically, Tom has transformed himself. He’s added significant size and strength over the last few seasons, which is a huge part of his role, and that’s down to sheer hard work and professionalism. He’s incredibly diligent in how he prepares,” said director of rugby Phil Dowson.<\/p>\n
“He’s had some tough luck with injuries, but once he can put together a long run of games, I’ve no doubt he’ll kick on again.”<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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