Whitehaven RLFC Squad 2025 Update
The new season kicks of for the Whitehaven RLFC this Sunday as they travel to Craven Park to take on Barrow Raiders in a Pre Season Friendly .The 2025 Whitehaven Rugby League FC squad has seen a significant overhaul compared to the 2024 squad. Here are some key differences:
New Recruits for 2025:
- Jordan Burns (Fullback)
- Henry Hadfield (Winger)
- Ethan Bickerdike (Centre)
- Jay Weatherill (Winger)
- Kieran Tyrer (Stand-off)
- Jack Newbegin (Scrum-half)
- Jake Pearce (Prop)
- Ellison Holgate (Hooker)
- Jordan Thomson (Prop)
- Connor Holliday (Second-row)
- Clarke Chambers (Second-row)
- Jack Kellet (Loose forward)
- Luke Collins (Prop)
- Mason Lewthwaite (Second-row)
- Brad Brennan (Prop)
- Karl Garner (Second-row)
- Aaron Turnbull (Centre)
- Rio McQuistan (Winger)
- Connor Saunders (Fullback)
- Ellis Nixon (Hooker)
- Max Moore (Stand-off)
- Tom Farren (Scrum-half)
- Kian McPherson (Centre)
- Josh Blinkhorn (Winger)
Players from 2024 who are no longer at the club :
- Edene Gebbie (Fullback)
- Jake Maizen (Winger)
- Joey Romeo (Centre)
- Will Evans (Centre)
- Curtis Teare (Winger)
- Jamie Doran (Stand-off)
- Lachlan Hanneghan (Scrum-half)
- Lucas Castle (Prop)
- Callum Phillips (Hooker)
- Guy Graham (Prop)
- Ryan King (Second-row)
- Connor Holliday (Second-row)
- Dion Aiye (Loose forward)
- Jake Carter (Stand-off)
- James Newton (Prop)
- Ross Ainley (Second-row)
- Perry Singleton (Second-row)
- Marcus O’Brien (Prop)
- Owen McCarron (Prop)
- Rio Corkill (Winger)
- Oscar Doran (Centre)
- Evan Lawther (Winger)
- Dalton Desmond-Walker (Prop) 123
Comparison:
- International Experience: The 2024 squad had a strong international presence with players like Edene Gebbie from Papua New Guinea, and several players from Italy and Australia. The 2025 squad seems to focus more on local talent and younger players.
- Key Departures: Notable players like Edene Gebbie, Jake Maizen, and Joey Romeo are not listed in the 2025 squad, indicating a shift in team dynamics.
- New Talent: The 2025 squad has introduced many new faces, which could bring fresh energy and potential to the team. This includes promising young players like Jordan Burns and Kieran Tyrer.
Overall, the 2025 squad appears to be a mix of youth and experience, aiming to build a strong foundation for the future. Are there any specific players you’re excited to see in action this season?