Lee Smith 'relishing challenge' of reinvigorating Bradford Bulls

Lee Smith is hoping his Super League experience can help revive the fortunes of Bradford Bulls.

The 30-year-old former Leeds and Wakefield back has joined the Bulls on a two-year contract, following his recent release from Leigh.

Smith, who was in England's 2008 World Cup team, says he and captain Leon Pryce can provide much-needed experience to a youthful Bradford squad.

Bradford are currently rebuilding following last year's liquidation and Smith, a three-time Grand Final winner, is looking forward to the challenges ahead.

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Smith said: "I'm over the moon to join the club and see if we can get them back to where they once were.

"To get a contract and get back playing as soon as I can is great. I can't thank Bradford enough for that.

"I would love to help the young kids as much I can. I think the best way that I can do that is by playing well and doing what I can for them to play off me.

"Leon has a lot of experience and it will be vital in bringing these kids through."

Bradford are facing a battle for survival, after starting the season on minus-12 points as a result of liquidation and also losing their opening two games.

He added: "It's not going to be fixed in a year. We can take it week-by-week, and plan on where we're going to pick up two points from then.

"If we knock the 12 points off, we can go from that and carry on looking up the ladder.

"I played last year in the Championship with Leigh and it's a tough league, a lot harder than what I expected it to be when I signed."