Super League: Chev Walker appointed as Bradford's new captain
Saturday 29 November 2014 17:48, UK
Former Great Britain international Chev Walker has been appointed Bradford's new captain ahead of their 2015 Kingstone Press Championship campaign.
The 32-year-old former Leeds and Hull KR centre, who will be embarking on his fifth season at Odsal, takes over from Matt Diskin, who retired at the end of the 2014 season.
“To be following the likes of Matt Diskin and Robbie Hunter-Paul in leading out this famous club will be very special," Walker said.
“I pride myself on being a good professional for the younger guys coming through, as they are the future of the Bradford Bulls.
“Next year, I believe, will be very special. I am fully behind the direction Jimmy is taking us in and I want to back that up on the field.
“With such a fantastic squad in place I realise my place in the team is not guaranteed.
“And with that in mind, I will be working harder than ever before to drive myself into contention.”
Walker plied his trade with Leeds Rhinos and Hull Kingston Rovers prior to becoming a Bradford Bull.
"Selecting Chev as captain was a fairly straightforward decision for me to make," said Bulls coach James Lowes.
"His leadership skills are second to none and he is the ultimate professional."
