Rising star midfielder Reece Conca has signed a new three-year deal with Richmond, which will see him remain a Tiger at least until the end of 2016.

Conca took another impressive step in his league football development during the 2013 season, playing 17 games and kicking 12 goals.

Since being taken by the Tigers at selection No. 6 overall in the 2010 National Draft, Conca has played 52 games and averaged 18 disposals per match.

“It was never in doubt that I would re-sign with Richmond.  It was just a matter of sorting through the details with the Club and my manager,” Conca said.

“I’m very grateful for the opportunity the Club has given me over the last three seasons and I’m excited about what the future holds.”

Conca made a strong start to the 2013 season, before suffering a foot injury in Round 4.

After missing the next six games, he returned in Round 12 to play a key role in the Tigers’ run to the finals.

He amassed 28 disposals and kicked three goals in a season-best performance against GWS at Skoda Stadium in Round 22.

“Reece is very highly regarded within the Richmond Football Club and we’re excited to have him as part of our group for at least the next three years,” said Richmond senior coach, Damien Hardwick.

“Reece took his game to another level in 2013, and, at just 21 years of age, we believe he still has plenty of improvement in him.”