Castleford Tigers sign talent to five-year deal in huge statement of intent

Castleford Tigers have made a huge statement of intent by re-signing one of their brightest stars to a new five-year deal.

Questions have been asked of the Tigers regarding their off-season recruitment with pundit Jon Wilkin recently labelling the Castleford squad as the worst in Super League, however, they’ve moved quick to ensure they keep their best talent.

The club have announced that full-back Fletcher Rooney has signed a five-year deal with the club after progressing through their youth systems.

Rooney was among the Tigers’ best performers in Round One as Castleford lost to Hull KR in golden point 19-18 with the young full-back dancing through to score the in the first half.

That try was arguably among the best in the round and was a clear sign of what is to come from the talented full-back and now Castleford Tigers have ensured those talents remain at the club for the next five years.

Castleford Tigers sign Fletcher Rooney to five-year deal

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🙌 Castleford Tigers are thrilled to confirm that Fletcher Rooney has put pen to paper on a five-year contract extension!

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Castleford announced the new deal for Rooney via their club site after teasing a contract extension on their social media.

A club statement read: “Castleford Tigers are proud to announce the contract extension of Fletcher Rooney on a 5 Year Deal!

“The Tigers youngster has shown encouraging signs over the past 18 months here at the Tigers and the club can’t wait to see him in Cas colours for the next 5 years!

“After making his debut at the end of 2023 Rooney has gone on to make several Super League appearances. A prouduct of the Tigers Scholarship, College and Academy pathways we have seen Rooney develop into a real talent.”

Director of Rugby, Danny Wilson said: “We’re delighted Fletch has signed this new deal. He’s a great lad, he’s been through every level of this club and knows what it means to play for Cas and represent the shirt.

“He’s young, but asks all the right questions and always wants to improve and that’s the DNA of player we are committed to bringing through the ranks. I know the coaching team love working with him and he is a big part of our plans for the future of this club.”

Rooney, who only turned 19 in January, said: “I’m really happy to agree this deal. I’m in my 5th year at the club, I’ve worked hard at every level to be where I am today and I’m ambitious about the future. I want to keep improving and contributing to a Cas team that’s competing and challenging.

“Working with Danny Mags every day is great, to be able to learn from the best is brilliant for me on my journey and under the new management team and the lads in the squad I think we are in a solid position to really drive the club forward over the next few years.”