Managing Director Eorl Crabtree reflects on IMG grading Speaking with CanesTV after Thursday and Friday’s announcement in respect of the 2025 IMG rankings, Managing Director Eorl Crabtree had this to say: “Midlands Hurricanes acknowledge the latest IMG grading announcement, which confirms the club as a Grade C organisation. This provides a clear benchmark as we …
Experienced hooker joins Canes from Batley We are delighted to announce the signing of seasoned hooker Brandon Moore from Batley Bulldogs for the 2026 season. As with Tyler Dickinson, Moore joins on an initial 12-month deal with a club option to extend this until the end of the 2027 season. Brandon, 29, has made exactly …
Canes say goodbye to eight players following conclusion of 2025 season In addition to all the new signings and retention announcements made by the club throughout the 2025 season, the Midlands Hurricanes have had a busy off-season with no fewer than 11 announcements and seven of these coming in the form of new signings. We …
Experienced Championship prop joins the Canes We are pleased to confirm the signing of Tyler Dickinson on a 12-month deal (with an option for a further 12-month extension) following his release from Sheffield Eagles. Dickinson, who only turned 29 a couple of months ago, has over 200 career appearances to his name with the bulk …
Experienced second-rower will be a Cane for a second season We are pleased to confirm that the club has instigated an option in Josh Jordan-Roberts’ contract that will see the former Leeds, York, Rochdale and Hunslet player stay at The Alex until the end of the 2026 season. Josh, 27, joined the Canes during the …
Welsh international signs from Halifax Panthers We are pleased to confirm we have signed utility back Owen Restall from Halifax Panthers on a deal until the end of the 2027 season. The 30-year old – who can play fullback, wing and centre – is a relative newcomer to professional rugby league having played the majority …
Young second rower/centre joins the Canes on two-year deal We are delighted to announce the signing of former Hull FC youngster Zach Jebson on a deal until the end of the 2027 season. At just the age of 21, it is fair to say Zach reflects a departure from some of the older heads that …
Experienced Super League forward joins the storm We are delighted to confirm that Ireland international Oliver Roberts has joined the club on a deal until the end of the 2027 season. Roberts, 30, began his rugby league career as part of then Super League club Bradford Bulls junior development system before he was offered a …
Canes 2025 loanee turns permanent for 2026 We are pleased to confirm that we have signed winger Cian Tyrer on a 12-month deal following his release from fellow Championship side Oldham. The 24-year old’s rugby career began via’ Wigan Warriors’ academy system before he signed his first professional contract with Newcastle Thunder for the 2021 …
