Warriors sign George Hirst from Oldham
- Warriors sign George Hirst from Oldham.
- The 23 year-old has penned a two-year deal with a further one-year option.
- Matt Peet: “We believe he has the physical attributes and the character to be a success at Wigan.”
Wigan Warriors have signed back-row George Hirst from Oldham on a two-year deal with a further year option, in the Club’s favour.
He has also played at centre, wing and prop forward. The 23 year-old gained experience at local amateur clubs Dewsbury Moor, Dewsbury Celtic and Almondbury Spartans before his move to Oldham in 2023.
In one of his first outings for the Roughyeds, a friendly against Wigan Warriors Reserves, it was clear to see that he had potential. Batley-born Hirst represented England at under-19 level for the Community Lions against Scotland, Wales and Australia.
On joining Wigan, George Hirst said: “I’m very pleased, I’m excited to be here and be given the opportunity to come to a Club like this.
“You can tell there is a big family ethos here, they don’t just want you as a player – they want you to be part of the family too.”
Matt Peet added:“George joins us following an outstanding season with Oldham in only his second year as a professional player. We believe he has the physical attributes and the character to be a success at Wigan.
“We look forward to supporting him as he starts life as a full time professional and we are confident that he will add to the Club on and off the field.“
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