Jack Stockwell

On the back of re-signing Tyson Frizell, the St George Illawarra Dragons have received another boost, with the club today confirming the re-signing of talented prop Jack Stockwell until the end of 2017.

Stockwell, who is a junior from the Picton Magpies, came through the Dragons junior ranks and played for their Holden Cup side and was named in the NYC Team of the Year in 2012.

Making his NRL debut in 2012, Stockwell has played in 23 first-grade games to date and has represented both the NSW U20’s Origin side and the Junior Kangaroos.

With his playing future sorted, Stockwell is keen to get stuck in and looks forward to the next few years with the Dragons.

“I am thankful for the opportunity to continue my development with the Dragons,” said Stockwell.

“The decision was a fairly simple one to make in the end, having progressed through the Club’s various youth teams, and I look forward to being a part of the Club’s future.”

The decision by Stockwell to stay with the club is one that has pleased coach Steve Price, who is well aware of the prop’s ability.

“Jack is an exciting young player who works extremely hard and continues to improve with each training session and game,” said Price.

“Jack is very highly regarded by his team mates and shows maturity beyond his years.

“He always gives his all on the field and I see him competing hard for a regular place in the front-row.”

Equally pleased is Dragons CEO Peter Doust, who sees the young prop as a key part of their side moving forward.

“We are all very pleased by Jack’s decision to extend his stay at the Club,” said Doust.

“Jack has been a player we identified a number of years ago who we see as a key part of our future.”

By ricky

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