Boss Arthur reveals Connor will take back kicking duties for derby clash

Leeds Rhinos will try a change of kicker in tomorrow's derby at Castleford Tigers.

- by Peter Smith

Rhinos have used two marksmen so far this year, with Lachie Miller taking the duty from Jake Connor midway through last month's victory at Salford Red Devils. Connor converted all but two of Rhinos' 16 tries in the season-opening 92-0 Betfred Challenge Cup win over amateurs Wests Warriors and since then has landed 17 of 27 attempts, a success rate of 62.96 per cent.

Miller's average is slightly better at 63.63 per cent, the full-back having been successful with 14 of his 22 attempts at goal. But he managed to convert only one of Rhinos' four tries in last week's 18-16 win against Hull FC and coach Brad Arthur admitted: "We need to be better."