Rhinos stalwart confirmed as 'key addition' to Super League rivals Hull

A former Leeds Rhinos stalwart has been confirmed in a new role at rivals Hull FC.

- by Peter Smith

Sian Jones-who spent two decades at Leeds, including 16 years as head of customer experience - becomes Hull's first director of operations.

She will oversee all off-field matters and departments, including the Black and Whites' commercial, retail, ticketing and media and marketing teams. Jones will also play a "significant administrative role in the day-to-day running of the club and offer strategic support to the club's board", according to a Hull FC statement.

As the Yorkshire Evening Post revealed last month, Jones has left Rhinos to work nearer her home in Hull. She said: "I feel very proud and privileged to be asked to join the club and to help move it forward with [owners] Andrew Thirkill, David Hood and [chief executive] Richie Myler.