Rooney commits to Castleford

Castleford Tigers have announced the contract extension of Fletcher Rooney on a five-year deal.

The Tigers youngster has shown encouraging signs over the past 18 months and the club are excited to see him in Cas colours for the next five years.

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After making his debut at the end of 2023 Rooney has since gone on to make several Betfred Super League appearances - most recently scoring in Round 1 of the new 2025 campaign, away at Hull KR.

A prouduct of the Tigers Scholarship, College and Academy pathways, Rooney has developed into a real talent.

Danny Wilson, Director of Rugby Operations who said: 

“We’re delighted Fletch has signed this new deal. He’s a great lad, he’s been through every level of this club and knows what it means to play for Cas and represent the shirt.

"He’s young, but asks all the right questions and always wants to improve and that’s the DNA of player we are committed to bringing through the ranks. I know the coaching team love working with him and he is a big part of our plans for the future of this club.”

Rooney, fresh off a headline-grabbing appearance in the opening round, said:

“I’m really happy to agree this deal. I’m in my 5th year at the club, I’ve worked hard at every level to be where I am today and I’m ambitious about the future.

"I want to keep improving and contributing to a Cas team that’s competing and challenging. Working with Danny Mags [McGuire] every day is great, and to be able to learn from the best is brilliant for me on my journey. Under the new management team and the lads in the squad, I think we are in a solid position to really drive the club forward over the next few years.”