Peet: Very Proud

Matt Peet said he was ‘very proud’ as the Warriors beat Hull KR 9-2 at Old Trafford to be crowned 2024 Betfred Super League Champions, claiming all four trophies in a calendar year.

Speaking at the full-time hooter, Matt Peet said: “I’m very proud, it’s unbelievable really but it’s testament to the hard work of so many people led by Mike [Danson] and particularly Kris [Radlinski], I think what he’s done at this Club is remarkable and I’m grateful to play a part of it for the time being.

“I do think and I’ve always thought that this is where we belong as a town and a Rugby League Club. We’re not guaranteed to always win but there’s a certain way we go about our business and I thought tonight was a great showcase of us and the game

It was a game where defences were on top throughout with just seven points separating the teams at the interval and just a penalty goal apiece in the second half. On the defence, Peet said: “Sean O’Loughlin deserves a lot of credit and Tommy [Leuluai] equally.

“It helps when you’re attack coach is probably the best tackler the Club has ever had – the defence speaks for everything we do. I think we looked like we were enjoying defending today, when Hull KR were moving the ball we just continued to turn up and that’s why the defence makes me proud.”

The Warriors now hold all four trophies available after claiming the World Club Challenge, Challenge Cup, League Leaders’ Shield and Super League trophy. On what is next for the Warriors, Peet was insistent that his side take time to reflect and enjoy their achievements in 2024: “We’ll have a rest, let it sink in, reflect. Every trophy we’ve won this year we were always moving on pretty quick. I know at some point we’ll be think about that [The 2025 Campaign] but I want the lads to be in the moment tonight and tomorrow together.”