Super League: Hull back-rower Jordan Thompson signs new two-year contract

Hull utility forward Jordan Thompson has signed a two-year contract extension to stay at the KC Stadium to at least the end of the 2017 season.

Thompson, 23, signed for the Airlie Birds from Castleford at the beginning of the 2014 campaign, and featured in nearly every game last season.

He had 12 months left on his initial contract but was delighted to secure his future by signing a fresh deal and told the club website: “I’m really happy to be committing my future to the club and it really was a simple decision for me make.

“Last season was probably one of my best years form wise and I’m really enjoying my time in training, so it was a no brainer when I was offered the chance to extend my time here.

“The set of lads here at the moment are closer knit than any squad I have been in before. I also can’t think of a camp that I’ve been in that has had more of a positive feeling buzzing around the place, so I’m excited that I’ll be able to continue to work in that environment in the next few years.”

“Both Lee Radford and Andy Last gave me the opportunity to play in the forwards regularly last year, which I felt helped develop me as a player.

“I think that a lot of the improvement in my form is down to the guidance they have given me and I’m looking forward to working alongside them for the extended period.”

Coach Radford said: “Jordan’s contract extension is great news for the club as he is a player that I feel has really found his feet in the last eight to 10 months.

“A change in position has aided his development as a Super League player, and he offers the team a lot of versatility, which as a coach is a great weapon to have at your disposal.

“As well as having a strong influence on the pitch, Jordan is a popular member of the group which is equally crucial to the mentality of the team."