Shropshire's Graham Kitchener signs new Leicester Tigers contract
Shropshire rugby ace Graham Kitchener has committed his future to Leicester Tigers by agreeing a new contract with the club.
The 23-year-old second-row forward arrived at Welford Road in the summer of 2011 and has made a big impact.
He came to the fore with Worcester Warriors, where he made 70 appearances.
Kitchener, who attended Adams Grammar School in Newport, has now enjoyed 25 first-team outings for Tigers, including 11 starts – currently the highest number in the Leicester squad.
Kitchener's qualities have helped to earn him a place in the England Saxons' squad.
He also went on England's summer tour to South Africa, where he played in both of the midweek fixtures.
Kitchener said: "I've really enjoyed my time with Leicester Tigers so far and I'm happy to agree to stay with the club.
"I played in an Aviva Premiership final and LV=Cup final in my first season here and I've also played in the Heineken Cup.
"I think I've learned a lot in my time at Leicester and I'm looking forward to continuing to develop my game here in the future."
Tigers director of rugby Richard Cockerill added: "Graham is an ambitious young player and has come into a very competitive environment here because he wants to be the best player he can."
