Thursday 12 October 2017

BREAKING - Knights to sign International forward

BY JOSH SIM

The Newcastle Knights will today announce the signing of English International and two-time premiership winner, Chris Heighington, to a one-year deal.

It is believed the 35 year-old considered retirement before agreeing to link up with the club.

The 318-game veteran brings a vast array of experience to the young Knights forward pack and will join fellow recruit Jacob Lillyman in a mentoring role.

Heighington joins a long list of new faces to join the club in 2018, with coach Nathan Brown firmly putting his stamp on the side.

Heighington playing for the Cronulla Sharks. Photo Courtesy of Triple M.