Promising Youngster Jude Ferreira Joins Ambitious York Following Impressive Hunslet Campaign
In a significant move, Jude Ferreira, a former Hull FC academy product, has been snapped up by the ambitious Championship club York following a tremendous promotion-winning season with Hunslet. The 23-year-old centre, who departed FC ahead of the 2024 season without making a senior appearance, linked up with Hunslet and made a significant impact, scoring 22 tries in 28 games across all competitions as the Parksiders earned promotion from League 1.
Ferreira’s standout performances included a four-try haul against Keighley Cougars back in May, taking his senior career appearance tally up to 40. This includes 11 games he played on loan at London Broncos in 2022 and a sole international appearance for Wales against Cumbria in Kyle Amor’s testimonial last year.
“He’ll offer some great competition for the centre spots. He’s had a great year at Hunslet, and he’s a player I coached on the England Pathways a number of years ago. I remember him well from his days at the City of Hull Academy, and I’m looking forward to linking back up with Jude and hopefully helping him achieve his ambition of getting back to the level he wants to be playing at.”
– York Knights head coach Mark Applegarth
In addition to Ferreira’s arrival, York also confirmed the signing of young Ireland international James Farrar for the 2025 season. The goal-kicking outside-back, a Hull Wyke junior, pens a two-year deal at the LNER Community Stadium after departing from Super League outfit Hull KR.
As the rugby league world gears up for the upcoming season, the signings of Ferreira and Farrar by York showcase the club’s ambition to bolster their squad and make a strong push in the Championship. Rugby league enthusiasts can look forward to closely following the progress of these talented young players as they aim to make their mark in the competitive world of rugby league.
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