Leigh Centurions forward Jamie Acton signs new four-year contract
Monday 2 October 2017 07:50, UK
Jamie Acton has committed his future to Leigh by signing a new four-year contract with the relegated side.
The London-born forward joined Leigh from Workington in 2013 and has made 73 appearances, scoring 10 tries.
The Centurions will return to the Championship in 2018 after losing to Catalans in Saturday's Million Pound Game, but Acton is confident they can clinch promotion to Super League at the first attempt.
"While everyone is devastated at this moment by the relegation I am confident that under Derek Beaumont's inspiring leadership from the top that we can regain our place in Super League and establish the club at the top level, which is what Derek and the people of Leigh deserve."
I believe that Jamie will play for England during the term of his contract and fulfil his real potential.
Acton said it was a "no-brainer" to extend his stay at Leigh Sports Village and Centurions owner Beaumont is backing the 25-year-old to represent England.
"Jamie is a no nonsense, hard-working committed player," said Beaumont. "I have always admired his attitude and commitment on the field and off it.
"He has come a real long way as a player in how he has developed his skills and controlled his aggression without losing that physical edge.
"Jamie was already contracted next year and I had received lots of enquiries for him from Super League clubs including those we regard as the best in the game.
"Despite the fact he, as can others, could walk away after relegation he has pledged his future to me and this club and that is a massive statement of his belief in me to take this club to where it belongs.
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"We have sorely missed Jamie on the field but his fellow players will agree with me in saying that during his time of suspension his contribution has been fully committed in every aspect.
"I believe that Jamie will play for England during the term of his contract and fulfil his real potential.
"I am personally pleased that he has pledged his support to myself and the fans of this club who admire him every time he pulls on a Centurions jersey."
