Tom McCartney has moved a step closer to Test rugby with Ireland by signing a new three-year deal at Connacht.The New Zealand-born hooker, 31, will qualify for Ireland on residency grounds in November 2017 and could yet force his way into head coach Joe Schmidts plans.The former Auckland Blues front-rowers new deal also provides a shot in the arm for Connacht, who will?lose head coach Pat Lam to Bristol at the end of the season.Im delighted to sign on for another three years with Connacht Rugby, McCartney said.I came here excited to be able to help the province achieve its vision of success and I believe we have the structures in place to see us continue to go from strength to strength.McCartney joined Connacht in 2014 and proved integral to the provinces drive to the Guinness PRO12 title last term.The hooker and Connacht centre Bundee Aki are expected to offer a serious boost to Irelands squad once both qualify for Test action in 2017.With Aki and fast-developing lock Ultan Dillane tied to fresh deals too, Connachts retention plans have now been boosted still further by McCartneys new contract.This is a hugely positive move for Connacht Rugby and a big statement from Tom highlighting the belief and confidence he has in the future of the club, said Connacht chief executive Willie Ruane.Tom came to Connacht from overseas and in a short time he has made a very positive impact on our environment here.He is an important member of the squad and very popular among our supporters. 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INCHEON, South Korea -- Brett Coletta shot a 4-under 68 in windy conditions Saturday to take a two-stroke lead over Cameron Davis in the Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship, setting up an Australian duel for the spot in the Masters that goes to the winner Sunday.We dont want to get ahead of ourselves, but the thought of playing in the Masters and The Open as well does turn your stomach a little bit. You cant put too much pressure on yourself, Coletta said. Youve just got to go about your business and the best man will win.The 20-year-old Coletta birdied the last two holes -- holing a 40-footer on the par-3 17th -- to reach 14-under 202 at Jack Nicklaus Golf Club, the site of the Presidents Cup matches last year. He opened with two 67s.I feel really confident, Coletta said. I got off to a hot start then plateaued through the middle. The holes in the middle are really tough. The drives on 10, 11 and 12 are really demanding in this wind. Im very happy with my finish as its reinforcement for tomorrow.Davis had a 69. He was second behind Chinas Jin Cheng last year in Hong Kong in the raain-shortened tournament.dddddddddddd Two weeks ago in Mexico, The 21-year-old Davis led Australia to victory in the World Amateur Team Championship and won the individual title.It was really good to grind out a good score, and Im looking forward to another challenging day with Brett, Davis said. I guess after the tournament one of us is going to be a little happier than the other or someone else might have a great round tomorrow. You just never know whats going to happen.Japans Junya Kameshiro was third at 8 under after a 71. Curtis Luck, the Australian who wrapped up a Masters invitation in August with his U.S. Amateur victory, shot a 70 to reach 7 under.Jin was tied for 16th at 2 over after a 74. 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