Hornets sign promising forward Bailey Pemberton

Rochdale Hornets have signed talented young forward Bailey Pemberton from Betfred Super League side Leigh Leopards on a permanent deal.

Bailey, the younger brother of York Knights hooker Taylor, came through the youth system at St Helens having previously been part of Leigh East’s junior setup. 

From Saints, he went on to join the Leopards and has featured primarily for their reserve team.

He will now link up with the Hornets on a permanent basis as he looks to bolster his game time in a competitive Betfred Championship environment. 

“I’m really grateful for the opportunity to join Rochdale Hornets,” Pemberton said. 

“I’m ready to put in the work, earn the shirt, and become part of this great club, and I’m looking forward to meeting all the supporters at our next game.”

Rochdale Hornets chairman Andy Mazey said: “Bailey is a young man who we know well, having come through the junior ranks at Leigh East and a quality youth system at St Helens. 

“He’s a big, athletic edge forward who has plied his trade with Leigh’s reserves over the past couple of seasons, and recently acquitted himself well when stepping into the professional game to play for North Wales Crusaders. 

“He will continue his development under Gary Thornton and our performance staff at Rochdale Hornets, and we are delighted to welcome him on board”.