Warriors land Crusaders flyer

Glasgow Warriors have today pulled off another major signing coup, landing Canterbury Crusaders flyer Sean Maitland, subject to medical and visa.
The 24-year-old, who follows the arrival of South African No.8 Josh Strauss last month, is one of the most highly rated outside backs in Super Rugby and qualifies to play for Scotland courtesy of  both his paternal grandparents.
The wing of full-back will join up with the Warriors squad in the coming weeks, having put pen to paper on a contract that will keep him at Scotstoun Stadium until at least the end of May 2015.
Since making his Super Rugby debut in 2008, Maitland has scored some 24 tries and has represented New Zealand U20 and the New Zealand Maori.
Head coach Gregor Townsend said: “The back three is an area of the team where we already have a number of excellent options, and Sean will provide a further layer of quality as we enter another busy phase of the season.
“His try-scoring record in Super Rugby speaks for itself, and he’s also a player who has a big appetite for self-improvement. He will be a fantastic addition to our squad and will, I’m sure, be very popular with our supporters.
“It’s another indication of the increasing profile of Glasgow Warriors that a player of Sean’s ability and ambition sees us as a club where he can continue to progress.”