Whitehaven have announced the re-signing of the club’s leading try scorer in 2023 Curtis Teare.
The centre/winger scored 12 tries in 28 league and cup games and was also an ever present for Jonty Gorley’s side.
He initially joined the club towards the end of the 2022 season having made the step up to the professional game with Workington Town from the community game with Wath Brow Hornets.
He also represented England Community Lions at both Under 19s and 23s.
On his new deal, Teare said: “Last year was a bag of mixed emotions and hopefully we’re at the other side of that and we can kick on as a club.
“It was one of my better seasons in 2023, I just have to keep moving forward now. The step up to the Championship was hard but I’ve now found my footing and want to keep pushing forward.”
Haven head coach Jonty Gorley was happy to retain the services of his top try scorer.
He said: “Curtis was in my top three for consistency this season whether on the wing or in centre, as he was a 7 or 8 out of 10 each week.
“Curtis starts-off our sets really well with his kick returns, he’s a proper handful when he carries, he’s a big strong lad and fairly fast.
“With nearly 400 carries over the season, that was 70 more than anyone else, and more often than not he gets us a quick pay the ball. He is one of our go-to ball carriers.
“He can also finish too. Some of his finishes this year are right out of the top drawer, totalling 12 tries, our highest tally.
“I’m expecting big things from Curtis next season because there is still room for improvement.”
