STOW rugby star Gregor Hunter has been rewarded with a new contract at Glasgow Warriors.

The 23-year-old stand off came through the Scotland age-group ranks.

And is widely tipped for full honours.

Hunter joined Glasgow on a one-year deal last summer.

But an injury at the start of the season saw him sidelined throughout.

Gregor, who made 16 appearances for Edinburgh before moving along the M8, is now close to full fitness and delighted to be offered a new deal.

He said: "It was frustrating to miss last season but I've been back training for a while and I'm enjoying getting the chance to show what I can do at pre-season training.

"The club have really looked after me during my time out and I want to repay them for the faith they've shown.” Glasgow Warriors announced a quartet of new deals this week with prop Javan Sebastian, number 8 Jason Hill and flanker Will Bordill all signing one-year contracts along with Hunter.

Glasgow Warriors head coach Gregor Townsend said: "The strength and depth within our squad is something we really value and to have Javan (Sebastian), Jason (Hill), Will (Bordill) and Gregor (Hunter) with us next season is great news.

"With the Rugby World Cup being played at the start of the season, we know we're going to have a number of players involved in that tournament and it's important we have others who can step up.

"Javan is a mobile, young prop who has a big future in the game if he works hard, while we've been impressed with Jason when he has trained with us and in his performances for Heriot's.

"Will has shown a real determination to improve and did very well when given the opportunity to play last season, so we are excited to see him progress further over the next few months.

"Gregor has had a tough time with injury but is now back to full fitness and has been making a very good impression in training.

"All four will make a positive impact at the club next season.”