Kane Linnett extends Super League career with new Hull KR contract
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Popular back-rower Kane Linnett has signed a new one-year contract extension with Hull KR for the 2024 Super League season.
Linnett, who will turn 35 next January, is currently enjoying his fifth season with the Robins, having joined the club from North Queensland Cowboys ahead of the 2019 campaign.
A Grand Final and World Club Challenge winner in the NRL, Linnett has made 82 Super League appearances to date.
He was named in the 2021 Super League Dream Team and was named the club’s Player of the Year in the same season.
Kane Linnett on new deal
“I always wanted to stay and couldn’t see myself at another club. I’m really happy to get the deal done and focus on my footy for the rest of the year now,” Linnett said.
“My body feels good. I missed a fair chunk last year with the bicep injury and it was probably good for my body to have a bit of a break.
“I haven’t missed much footy this year and I still feel like I’m contributing to the team and doing my job. As long as I’m doing those things, I’m happy.”
In 2023, Linnett has scored four tries in 10 appearances under head coach Willie Peters.
“I think you can see that hard work in our results this year,” Linnett added.
“The boys have all bought into it together, I’m really enjoying working with Willie and I’m looking forward to it next year as well.
“I think we’ve come a long way since I joined in 2019, on and off the field.
“We’ve got a lot more depth, a lot more competition for spots and the professionalism around the place has massively improved.
“You can definitely see we’re going in the right direction and I’m excited to be a part of it.”
“Kane is a well-respected, senior player in our team”
On the extended deal, head coach Peters added: “We’re very pleased Kane has decided to extend his contract at Hull KR for another season.
“Kane is a well-respected, senior player in our team and has been great support for me in my first year at the club.
“He’s (Kane) still playing at a very high level each week and he’s an important member of our team. We’re delighted that will continue into 2024.”
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