Ford pens new Bath deal

England fly-half George Ford has extended his contract with Bath beyond this season.
Ford, who has scored 637 points in 59 appearances for Bath, moved to the West Country from Leicester Tigers in 2013.
“It sounds like a cliché, but it really was an easy decision to stay here at Bath,” he said.
“It’s a great set-up, and the squad are working so hard to achieve our goals. There is a real focus on developing each and every player here, and that is a hugely inspiring environment to be part of. I’m really looking forward to the next two years and playing my part in an exciting time for the Club.”
First Team Coach Toby Booth added: “Bath’s re-emergence as a competitive force coincided with George’s arrival at the Club. He is the epitome of a true modern-day professional – retaining and recruiting quality players like him is paramount to our further progression. George will continue to drive the standards here at Bath both on and off the pitch.”