Full-back Luke Cresswell has signed a new two-year deal with Barrow Raiders which will keep him with the club until at least the end of the 2026 season.
The 29-year-old made his Raiders debut in 2016 and since then has appeared in 147 games and scored 59 tries.
Last season, Cresswell played in every competitive game for Paul Crarey’s side, scoring 10 tries in 30 appearances. That tally included a hat-trick against Halifax Panthers in June – the fourth of his senior career.
On the new deal, Cresswell said: “I am really pleased. The club has come a long way in the nine years I have been here, and I want to be a part of the future and help it grow even more.
“I’m a local lad who grew up supporting the Raiders, so to be able to play for them is a dream come true. I’m fortunate to have created so many memories, and I’m sure there’ll be more given where the club is going.”
Barrow Raiders head coach Crarey said: “Luke Cresswell, along with Jarrad Stack, has been the most consistently good player of the last five seasons, if not longer.
“It is fantastic news to have another one of our own locally-produced players back on board for next season, as Luke is an example to professional rugby league players at all levels.
“Last season he played big minutes for us, and that’s a testament to the dedication and toughness he possesses.
“We are sure he will give everything for the team again next season.”
Director of rugby Andy Gaffney said: “Luke has been one of our standout players for a few seasons now, so we’re delighted to have agreed this new deal.
“We’ve seen him progress from a young up-and-comer to a fan favourite, and he still has a lot to offer us moving forward.
“We can’t wait to see him continue to improve at his boyhood club.”
