Doncaster Rugby League Club is delighted to announce that Castleford Tigers utility back James Clare has joined the Dons on a season long loan.

The 21 year-old former Castleford Lock Lane amateur has been with the Wheldon Road based Super League club for the last three years and is a graduate of the Tigers' successful academy set up.

The Townville born youngster has been a member of Castleford's first team squad for 12 months and made his Super League debut this season against Huddersfield Giants back in March.

Clare went on to make two further senior appearances in the competition against Widnes Vikings and the Giants once again, and scored his first Super League try in the latter fixture in an impressive 52-6 victory for the Tigers.

Whilst being a utility man, Clare's position of choice is on the wing, and the former clubman of the year has become an invaluable member of the Tigers squad thanks to his all-round talents and versatility.

Dons' head coach Tony Miller said: "I've seen James play a few times for Castleford and I'm confident he'll become a really good signing for us.

"He'll give us plenty of options in the back line and this season long loan further strengthens both a spirited and resilient squad as we prepare for next year.

"James comes with Super League experience and a professional approach to the game and that can only be a good thing for the team and the players around him. I'm delighted to have him on board."

Clare commented: "There were quite a few clubs who wanted me to sign for them with the Super League under 20's disbanding but it was my decision to join Doncaster.

"The Dons have just had an excellent season and everything seemed right about the club during our discussions.

"I met up with Tony this week and had a good look around the Keepmoat Stadium and I was really impressed with the facilities they have there.

"I'm looking forwarding to meeting up with the lads and I hope to have a really good season with the club."

Good signing .

COYD

I agree however this worries me a little



taken from the Cas website.

Think that's just loan rules, unless we are paying a fee for the loan they have right to recall after the minimum period

fair enough if its standard then should be ok. Was just worried he'd get established then called away suddenly and unlike dual reg nothing in place to say we get him back if he's no longer needed at parent club.

Looks to be a good signing, big strong and fast, and provides extra cover at full back. Looking forward to seeing the new signings in a Dons shirt.

Always nice to see a Cas lad in a Dons' shirt.

www.castigers.com/player/375

www.castigers.com/player/375

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He looks handy from forward passes and knock ons

In fairness that pass looked like a massive hindrance killing all momentum and giving the defence a lot more time to get in place. With better service he could be dangerous.