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Professional deal is the next part of Sam's rugby story

January 07, 2026

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Blackpool Gazette

A St Annes teenager from a football-mad family has taken a big step towards sporting stardom -in rugby league.

- by Andy Moore

Sam Littler has signed his first pro contract with Championship side Oldham and would love to make his debut against former club Salford this month.

The 18-year-old back row forward is the younger brother of Fleetwood Town midfielder Zack Littler, but is delighted his sporting career has moved in a different direction.

Sam told The Gazette: "I always played football as a boy and all the family are big football fans.

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