A-Levels and assists for Scarlets’ Leggatt-JonesImage source, Huw Evans Picture AgencyImage caption, Carwyn Leggatt-Jones made his first Scarlets start in January against BenettonByGareth Rhys-OwenBBC Sport WalesPublished3 hours agoCarwyn Leggatt-Jones has five try assists in his first four starts for the Scarlets. He also has A-Levels to sit.The 18-year-old fly-half remains a student at Llandovery College but is already directing a professional side in the United Rugby Championship – combining exam preparation with elite rugby commitments.Scarlets have had to turn to Leggatt-Jones amid injuries and international call-ups, with regular fly-half Sam Costelow sidelined after suffering ankle damage on Wales duty against Scotland.That has accelerated the teenager’s exposure to senior rugby.”It’s been a tough period for him,” mentioned Scarlets director of rugby Nigel Davies.”The opportunity to play at URC level has come probably a little bit earlier than he would have wanted, with his exams in particular.”But nevertheless the opportunity’s come. And I think he’s been great.”Despite limited time training with the squad beforehand, Leggatt-Jones has shown composure and authority in the role.”He plays older than he actually is,” mentioned Scarlets centre and Wales international Joe Roberts.”He plays with a lot of confidence, which is key really for a 10.”And to be fair, I’ve enjoyed playing outside of him. He is exciting, isn’t he? And he can spark something up.”Managing that progress alongside his studies is now a key focus.”We have to be mindful that he has to look after his education as well,” added Davies.”So trying to get that balance has been really difficult.”But he’s managed it particularly well himself.”Davies yet to decide on future beyond this season
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Published18 March
