Handley excited for the future after signing long-term contract at Rhinos

Co-captain Ash Handley has become the latest Leeds Rhinos player to sign a new long-term contract.

- by Peter Smith

Handley had another year remaining on his previous terms, but the latest deal will keep him at Rhinos until the end of 2029. He is already Leeds' longest-serving player, having made his debut in 2014.

The 29-year-old joined Rhinos' youth system from the local Oulton Raiders club and had a testimonial in 2025, when he was appointed co-skipper alongside Cameron Smith. He converted to centre this year, having played most of his career as a winger and has made 238 appearances for his home city side, scoring 134 tries and two goals.

The England international, who missed just four games this year despite carrying a groin injury for most of the campaign, said he is "proud" to have resigned with Leeds. "I feel like this was the right decision for me and my family at this time," he reflected.