Northampton sign trialist Aaron Hinkley and Alfie Petch from Exeter
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Northampton sign Aaron Hinkley and Alfie Petch from Exeter Chiefs. The former England age group internationals have signed ahead of the 2022/23 season. Hinksley has made two appearances for Northampton against Harlequins and Saracens last season and Pet chs made his first-team debut during the 2018/19 season for Cornish Pirates. The incoming Director of Rugby Phil Dowson believes Pet Ch will complement the Saints' existing group of tightheads. He is excited about a new challenge at Northamptonshire.