23 Mar 2021

Hornets announce amateur deals for three

We are delighted to announce three signings on amateur deals for the 2021 League 1 season

ROCHDALE Hornets is thrilled to announce that Ben Forster, Matt Whitehead and Dan Nixon have joined the club on amateur deals ahead of the 2021 League 1 season.

Whitehead initially joined the club in 2020 after a successful trial period, with the former Lancashire BARLA representative able to cover most back positions and loose forward.

Nixon, who joined the club last year on dual-registration, links back up with Hornets alongside his studies and playing at partners Hopwood Hall College.

Like Nixon, Forster is a product of the Rugby Academy at Hopwood Hall College and their fantastic work.

Head Coach Matt Calland said: “I am delighted to help these three lads in their development and bring them into the squad. 

“All three players are from the Oldham area and are a credit to their amateur clubs in Oldham St Annes and Saddleworth.

“I am hoping that they can get some game time with us this season and I look forward to working with them in 2021.”

On signing a new contract, Whitehead said: “After last year turning out how it did, I was happy to get the chance to be involved again with Matt and the team.

“The team is even stronger this year and getting some proper experience in the pro game is still my goal.

“It’s great to be around the lads and there is a good feel around training and everyone is looking forward to getting back out there.”

Forster added: “I am very grateful to Matt and the coaching staff for the great opportunity. I have enjoyed pre-season training and getting to know the lads and learning from the experienced players.

“This is a step up from my amateur club and I am looking forward to the challenge ahead and being a part of their promotion push campaign.”

Nixon said: “I’m ready for the season with the club and can’t wait to get started. Pre-season has been tough but all the lads have stuck into it and I feel like we are really starting to gel. 

“I am ready to do whatever I can to help the team and hopefully we can have a big season and achieve some great things.”

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