Tigers confirm Griffin signing

Posted: Tuesday 2nd July 2019 - 7:29 PM

Castleford Tigers are pleased to confirm the signing of George Griffin from Salford Red Devils from the 2020 season.



Griffin is a versatile forward able to play in either the front or back row who will add plenty of experience and steel to the Tigers after penning a two-year contract with an option for a further season at the Mend-A-Hose Jungle.

Throughout his career, the 27-year-old has chalked up over 150 appearances at the likes of Hull KR, London and at Canberra Raiders feeder club Queanbeyan Kangaroos, averaging a try roughly every five games.

He now becomes Cas’ second confirmed signing for 2020 following the announcement of Toulouse forward Tyla Hepi, with the club eager to improve the strength in depth and quality of the first team squad for next year.

Speaking to castlefordtigers.com, Griffin said: “I had some interest from other clubs but I thought this was the one for me. It’s closer to my family, which is what I wanted, but also because of the way Cas as a club is going for the future. It’s come on leaps and bounds over the last 10 years and I reckon it’s only going to get better.

“I know a few of the lads there who speak very highly of the place so I’m really looking forward to it. You can see from the outside that there’s a real tightknit unit there. There’s some superstars at the club but everybody just grafts hard and that’s what I want really. I want to come in, work hard and do my best for the team.

“I’m injured at the moment which is a bit frustrating because I was on a good run of games and really enjoying my rugby earlier in the year, but these things happen. I now just want to get back for the last couple of games and finish on a good note with Salford.

“One of my goals is to win some silverware in my career and like I’ve said Cas are on the up. They’ve struggled a bit at times this season with injuries in key positions and it’s really tight in the middle of the table but I’m sure they can be right in the mix come the end of the year.”

Head coach Daryl Powell added: “I have been an admirer of George’s game for a few years now and I am delighted he has agreed to sign for the Tigers from next season.

“He is a tough hard-working player who will add to an already very strong pack and help to improve certain areas of our team. His work rate and attitude are also first-class which are qualities you look for first in any player you recruit.”