Wath Brow and England Lions international stand off Karl Dixon has joined the Haven on a deal until the end of 2020.
Dixon who makes the step up to the professional game from National Conference League’s minor premiers Wath Brow Hornets has just returned from the England Lions tour of New Zealand. This comes after help the Brow top the NCL’s premier division with 19 tries in 20 appearances grabbing man of the match on 4 occasions. His try scoring record only second in the division behind his Hornets team mate Curtis Teare. 
Dixon who turned 26 in September spoke about making the step up to the professional game saying “It’ll be a challenge and a tough ask in the Championship but I believe it’s the right time for me to step up and test myself. I’ve done everything I can in the amateur game and I’d like to thank Wath Brow and my coaches for that. I’m looking forward to it and can’t wait for pre season to start.”
Head coach Gary Charlton said “I’ve watched Karl quite a lot playing for Wath Brow and I believe he is the best player in that position in the league. He’s got the ability to make that step up to the Championship as he has the right attitude and skills to do well. He’s a great signing for the club and the team. I’m delighted that he chose Whitehaven and look forward to working with him”