Bristol Bears coach Pat Lam extends contract at Ashton Gate

Bristol Bears have revealed that Pat Lam has signed a new, long-term contract at Ashton Gate.

The former Somoa international, who has been at the club since 2017, has agreed a deal until 2023.

Lam, whose title now becomes Director of Rugby, led the club to a 9th placed finish in the Gallagher Premiership - the highest points total for a promoted side since 2007.

In his first season at the helm, the 50 year-old clinched the Championship title, winning a club record 16 successive fixtures in the process.