article_snippet: Sir Ian McGeechan was present for the announcement in Leeds, in Sir Ian McGeechan role as Yorkshire Carnegie’s executive president, and the man synonymous with the Lions appeared visibly elated about the Championship clubYorkshire Carnegie’s recruitment of such a pedigree figure, on an 18-month deal.
article_snippet: This is fantastic news,’ Sir Ian McGeechan said.
article_snippet: It is a great opportunity to get someone of Kevin’s quality, not just as a player but as a captain and someone who is an exceptional role model.
article_snippet: To have Kevin involved is a great acquisition for us and a statement of intent.
article_snippet: us’ve got a lot of young men willing to learn from a natural leader.
article_snippet: I for one am very excited.