Newcastle bring in Super League centre

Wigan Warriors centre Sam Halsall has joined Newcastle Thunder on an initial two week’s loan deal.

Halsall has made two first team appearances for Wigan – the first coming in 2020 against St Helens and the second coming in April this year in the Betfred Challenge Cup win over York City Knights.

Commenting on his initial loan to Newcastle, Halsall said: “I’m looking forward to being at Thunder, I’m looking to prove myself and starting making a name for myself by playing the best I can. I’m looking forward to working with two good coaches and a good squad who I can learn off.

“As a player, I like having the ball in my hands, using space and to be aggressive in defence. I like to trust my speed to help me out.”