Hull FC half-back Danny Nicklas has signed a contract extension to keep at the club until the end of the 2013 season.
Black and Whites youngsters extends KC stay
Hull FC half-back Danny Nicklas has signed a contract extension to keep at the club until the end of the 2013 season.
The 21-year-old, who made his Black and Whites debut in 2010 and has turned out seven times for the first team during the current campaign, has now been rewarded with a new deal.
"I've really enjoyed my opportunity in the first team this year and it's something I've relished," Nicklas told the club's
official website.
"I've been around the set-up now for a few years, but this is the first real chance I've had of pushing for a regular place in the side and I've played a few games which is great.
Development
"I'm learning all the time and looking forward to continuing my development under Peter Gentle and the senior players around me. I'm hopeful that another 12 months will give me chance to show I'm worth a place in the team week in, week out."
Gentle was keen to praise the contribution made by Nicklas when he has been given the chance to shine.
"One thing we felt we lacked a little at the start of the year was a bit of depth across our squad and in key positions and that's where you're looking for your young blokes to stand up and take their chance," said the club's coach.
"Danny's versatility has also been valuable with us running him at half back and at hooker and he gives us an option in there, which is very useful."
