Hunslet sign young prospect Dave Gibbons from Warrington Wolves on one-year deal

Half-back Dave Gibbons is staying at Hunslet after agreeing a one-year contract.
Dave Gibbons is congratulated by Hunslet coach Alan Kilshaw after signing a one-year contract. Picture c/o Hunslet RLFC.Dave Gibbons is congratulated by Hunslet coach Alan Kilshaw after signing a one-year contract. Picture c/o Hunslet RLFC.
Dave Gibbons is congratulated by Hunslet coach Alan Kilshaw after signing a one-year contract. Picture c/o Hunslet RLFC.

The 19-year-old, whose father David played in Super League for Leeds Rhinos and also had a spell with Hunslet, impressed this season on loan from Warrington Wolves.

“I’m aiming to build myself as a player and book a regular place in the team,” Gibbons said after signing on for the Parksiders’ 2022 Betfred League One campaign.

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“I want to learn more about myself and further improve the way I guide the team around - and help take the side as far as it can go.”

Gibbons senior is now an assistant-coach with Rhinos’ women’s side, who face St Helens in their Super League Grand Final at Emerald Headingley on Sunday.

The youngster added: “For me, it’s about helping Hunslet progress and I believe I’m ready for that responsibility.

“I’m fortunate to be operating under a coach as good as Alan Kilshaw, while my dad’s always ready with constructive and supportive advice.

“He believes in me and he’s good to have around.”

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Reflecting on Gibbons’ new deal, Kilshaw said: “It’s exciting to have yet another talented local player agreeing a new deal at Hunslet.

“Gibbo showed a great deal of potential during his loan spell last season.

“The challenge for him now is to convert that into consistent performances.”

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