Dixon, Owen and George fly in with the Ravens

Bridgend Ravens have announced that Carmarthen Quins outside half James Dixon has signed for them ahead of the new season.

The 27-year-old six footer from Maesteg has also previously played for Swansea, where he spent some time on permit at the Ravens when they were playing in Division One West.

The news follows hot on the heels of the announcement the club have also signed winger Ryan Owen from Bedwas, as well as hooker Greg George from Llanelli.

Dixon represented Carmarthen on 26 occasions this term, scoring 96 points. Bridgend will be hoping he will bring that eye for point-scoring to their side as they look to kick on in the Principality Premiership and improve on their 11^th-placed finish, where only Swansea finished below them.

He outlined his joy at switching to the Brewery Field for next season, saying: “I’m delighted to have become part of such a great club for the coming season.

“The Ravens have blooded a fair few youngsters over the past few seasons, and have almost been victims of their own success with a good number progressing to play in the PRO12.

“I’m hoping we can be very competitive next season in all competitions, and with all going well, I don’t see any reason why we can’t challenge for silverware. As a bare minimum, we want to establish the Ravens as the best Premiership team in the region.”

Ravens’ head coach Ben Rose was ecstatic to get his man, saying: “He is proven as one of the best outside halves in the league while at Swansea and Carmarthen Quins. His wealth of experience will be great for Lewis Williams and the younger players around him.”

Carmarthen Quins team manager Steffan Thomas wished Dixon luck at his new home, saying: “I’d like to thank him for his time and efforts and wish him all the best. He will be a good addition for Bridgend.”

Owen (26) is experienced after spells with Bedford Blues, Newport and Pontypool, while 22-year-old George was recently part of the Swansea University side who overcame arch rivals Cardiff in the Welsh Varsity match.

Rose believes these signings will help the current crop of young stars develop and mature in to top talents along the line, adding: “These signings prove that the club is serious about its Premiership status and show that the club is aiming to be more than just competitive in next season’s league. I believe the development of the young players will be enhanced with the signings of these players.”

A whole host of current Bridgend stars have already put pen to paper on new deals for next season.