Tomos Williams has been handed the captaincy at Gloucester after a standout debut season, changing Lewis Ludlow within the function.
The Wales scrum-half arrived at Kingsholm final season and instantly revolutionised the membership, because the Cherry and Whites narrowly miss out on the play-offs.
He was not solely rewarded with the Gallagher PREM participant of the season accolade, however he was additionally chosen for the British & Irish Lions, solely to have his tour cruelly ended within the opening match on Australian soil, tearing his hamstring in a two-try efficiency in opposition to the Western Pressure.
Arthur Clark and Seb Atkinson will function deputies to the Welshman following breakthrough summers for the pair as properly, the place they each made their England debuts.
“I’m incredibly proud to be named captain of such a historic rugby club,” Williams said.
“When I first arrived at Gloucester, I quickly learned how much this club means to the city and how passionate the fans are.
“It’s been an honour and a privilege to represent them, both home and away, and to have their support behind us.
“We’ve got an exciting, ambitious group here, and I’m looking forward to leading them on the pitch.”
“Firstly, I would like to thank Lewis Ludlow for the great work he’s done as club captain over the past five and a half seasons,” director of rugby George Skivington added.
“He’s fully embodied what this club is all about: passion, desire, grit, and continues to do so every time he steps on the field. He’ll continue to be an important player for us, but we felt it was the right time to select a new captain.
“Ever since Tomos came in, we viewed him as someone with lots of leadership potential, and over the past season, he’s really impressed us with the way he communicates with the lads and the standards that he sets. His performances on the field and the impact he has on those around him speak for themselves.
“Arthur and Seb are two really impressive young men and are both already strong leaders in their own right.”
