Newcastle Falcons have secured another two key signatures, with the news that England Saxons hooker Rob Vickers and fullback Alex Tait have agreed new deals to stay at Kingston Park.

Newcastle Falcons prop Micky Ward and scrum half Chris Pilgrim have both pledged their futures to the club, signing new contracts to stay on at Kingston Park.

Leeds Carnegie flanker Hendre Fourie, 30, capped off a fine February by claiming Gatorade's Performance of the Month Award.

The Twickenham Stoop will host a double header on Saturday 10th April when Harlequin FC take on Leeds Carnegie in the Guinness Premiership (2pm KO) followed by Harlequins Rugby League v Saint Helens in the Engage Super League (5.30pm KO).