Castleford threequarter Jy Hitchcox signs contract extension
Thursday 14 April 2016 22:34, UK
Castleford have given Australian threequarter Jy Hitchcox a two-year contract extension.
The 26-year-old former Wests Tigers player joined the Tigers in the close season on a 12-month deal from neighbours Featherstone and will now remain at the Mend-A-Hose Jungle until the end of the 2018 campaign.
Hitchcox made a two-try debut as a late replacement for Joel Monaghan against Hull in round three and has continued to impress coach Daryl Powell.
"Jy Hitchcox has shown so far what a good quality player he can be in Super League," Powell told the club's official website.
"His speed and footwork have caused plenty of trouble to defences and I'm confident he will continue to improve within our environment.
"I am delighted he has agreed a two-year extension and I look forward to working with him during that time."
The player himself is also delighted to be remaining at Castleford for an extended period.
"I'm really excited! It's obviously a great club and I'm growing to love it here in Cas!" he said.
"Everyone has been really welcoming and there's a real good vibe throughout the club, all the way from the staff, the young players to the first team players."
