Former Leeds Rhinos academy and Dewsbury Rams prop signs new Hunslet deal

Hallas, 22, has agreed a one-year deal with the Parksiders, who were top of Betfred League One when the season was halted due to coronavirus.

He said: “We’d started so well last season with no defeats other than in the Coral Challenge Cup at Betfred Championship favourites Featherstone Rovers.

“There’s no reason why, having been top of League One, we shouldn’t be aiming to get into the Championship ourselves when we start up again.

"It’s great being here and I’m keen to play my part in us gaining promotion.”

Hallas has also played for Dewsbury Rams, Coventry Bears and Keighley Cougars.

Hunslet coach Gary Thornton said: “I was really impressed with Harvey during the last pre-season and the early part of the 2020 campaign.

"He has a terrific work ethic and goes about his business without any fuss.

“He has a terrific engine for a front-rower and suits the modern game really well with his athleticism and fitness levels.”

“With the reduced number of substitutions - now down to eight - it is a real bonus to have a player like Harvey who can be effective for long periods in games.

“His attitude is first class; his approach to the way he trains and plays the game shows in his fitness levels and is a real credit to him.”

Front-rower Zach Braham has left Hunslet to join Keighley.

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