Barrow Raiders long-serving forward Dan Toal has been granted a testimonial by the RFL.
It’s in recognition of his services to the sport of rugby league after over a decade with the Raiders. He will enter his 12th season with the club in 2023.
To date, the 33-year-old has made 201 appearances for the club, scoring 64 tries.
Toal, whose testimonial will begin in February, is currently recovering from knee surgery but is expected to be available for the Raiders towards the end of the upcoming campaign.
Further events to celebrate Toal’s testimonial will be announced by the club in due course.
He said: “It felt good to find out about the testimonial. When I first signed back in 2012, I never imagined that I would get this recognition.
“I’m obviously gutted that I’m going to be out injured for the majority of the season, especially with it being my testimonial year. I’m 10 weeks post-operation now and it’s been really tough.
“Progress has been very slow, but I’ll be working hard to get back on the pitch and hopefully I’ll have a big impact near the back end of the season.”
Barrow Raiders chairman Steve Neale said: “I am delighted that Dan has been awarded a testimonial by the RFL.
“Since my time at the club he has only ever expressed a wish to continue with his only club and he has been a model of consistency for the whole decade that he has been with us.
“He is very strong and aggressive but also has great footwork and runs some great lines that can often undo defences.
“He has been a tremendous servant for us, and I hope that the supporters can get behind his fundraising committee and support all the events that will be lined up.”
