Bailey's looking forward to getting one over an old friend in early clash

BLACK AND WHITES' STAR SETS SIGHTS ON BATTLE WITH NEW-BOYS YORK

- By DAN TOMLINSON

Hull FC's Connor Bailey

(PHOTO: HULL FC)

Connor Bailey has many motivations at Hull FC this year but few offer as much incentive as the fixture list itself - and a chance to get one over an old coach and friend.

One of eight recruits at the Black and Whites, Bailey joins Hull after two years playing part time at York Knights - and if all goes to plan, he could be facing his former employer come round three of Super League. Determined to make his mark, Bailey is relishing the competition alongside Jed Cartwright and Joe Batchelor as he bids to break into the side.

Expected to get the nod in the club's preseason games against Huddersfield Giants and Wigan Warriors, and then, if all goes to plan, once again in the Challenge Cup third round, the 26-year-old is eager to take the chances to stake his claim.