HATTON SIGNS WITH LIONS FOR 2021

27 July 2020

Swinton Lions are delighted to announce that Lewis Hatton has agreed a new one-year deal with the club for the 2021 season.

The latest Lion to commit himself to the Swinton cause for season 2021 is our popular front-row forward Lewis Hatton.

With 27 appearances during the 2019 season, added to five more at the start of the current campaign, Lewis has emerged as a key component in the Lions’ forward line. Lewis is tremendously consistent, and has the capacity to play big minutes in every game.

Lewis explained, “I have loved my time at Swinton it’s a really good environment to be in. I’m just really excited to build on the past year and for us to keep developing as a team.”

‘HE HAS BEEN VERY CONSISTENT IN HIS PERFORMANCE’

Head Coach Stuart Littler added, “This is another bit of great news with the re-signing of Lewis Hatton. Lewis has a no-nonsense style and high fitness levels which enable him to play big minutes. He has been very consistent in his performances with us and he really buys into developing himself as a player.

“Lewis plays in a position where he has potentially not yet reached his peak and we aim for him to achieve those levels with us. This is another exciting re-signing as we continue to mould our squad for 2021. We have been very pro-active in our recruitment strategy and have a lot of business already done.

“I am greatly encouraged in the future of Swinton Lions as we strive to drive up our standards and expectations both on and off the field. Stay with us on this exciting journey!”

SQUAD NUMBER : 10

Swinton Stats : Heritage Number 1275; Appearances 31 (+1 sub); Tries 2; Points: 8

PREVIOUS CLUBS: Pilkington Recs ARLFC, Clock Face Miners ARLFC, St Helens Academy, Salford Academy, Warrington Wolves, Rochdale Hornets.

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