Wakefield Trinity tie down England Academy star to long-term deal

Wakefield Trinity have secured the future of one of their rising stars with the club confirming another long-term contract.

After ending 2024 with the announcement that they had re-signed young star Oliver Pratt on a deal keeping him with the club until the end of 2028, Trin have kicked off 2025 with another deal for another young star.

Wakefield Trinity announced that they have locked in 18-year-old Harvey Smith to a long-term contract extension – tying him to the club until the end of the 2028 season.

The England Academy international has already made his Super League debut, representing Trin once in the 2023 season that saw the club relegated.

After a season in the Championship that saw Smith make a further 13 appearances, the teenager has now confirmed his future – becoming the second academy product to commit to the club in as many days.

Wakefield Trinity youngster Harvey Smith signs long-term deal

Smith, who was handed squad number 28, will again likely play behind both Liam Hood and Thomas Doyle in 2025, however, per the club’s announcement there’s expectation of further development in 2025.

Wakefield’s statement read: “Wakefield Trinity have signed youngster Harvey Smith to a long term contract extension until the end of the 2028 season.

“Having made his Super League debut in the final game of the 2023 season, Smith went on to play 13 times for Trinity throughout 2024 as he developed behind more experienced hookers in Liam Hood and Thomas Doyle.

“The England Academy International has been tipped for big things from Trinity Head Coach, Daryl Powell already and will be looking to develop further during the 2025 season.”

Commenting on his new deal, Smith said: “I’m really pleased to be offered a new deal at the club, I started here at 14 and I’ve enjoyed every minute.

“It was an easy decision for me with the group of players we have and the coaching staff and I can’t wait to keep learning, working hard and be a part of this exciting time under Matt and his family.”

Head coach Daryl Powell added: “Harvey has proven that he has rich promise with his attitude to everything involved with being a young professional player. We believe he has a big future and I am delighted he has agreed a contract extension with us.”

🤯 𝗛𝗮𝗿𝘃𝗲𝘆 𝗦𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆!!

The club have moved to secure another talented homegrown player with the 18-year old signing until the end of 2028!!

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— Wakefield Trinity (@WTrinityRL) January 1, 2025