DEAN Richards says the Championship is a fantastic breeding ground for young talent after Josh Hodge’s England call-up.
The England U20 winger was named as an apprentice in the wider Six Nations squad, the day after marking his senior Falcons debut with a stunning solo try against Carnegie.
“Being in the Championship has been a great development tool for a lot of our youngsters, with the ability to get some more game time,” Richards said.
“Adam Radwan is doing incredibly well, as are Jamie Blamire and George Wacokecoke.
“The fact that Josh has go...