BRADFORD Bulls have announced the signing of Adam Rooks on a season-long loan from Super League outfit Hull Kingston Rovers.

The 19-year-old, who is a versatile forward, made six appearances for the Humberside club in 2019.

The forward also represented Yorkshire and England Academy this year - alongside fellow Bulls Harry Shackleton and Ethan O’Hanlon.

Rooks is relishing the opportunity for game time in the red, amber and black and is excited to play in front of the Bradford supporters.

He said: “I am really looking forward to the opportunity. Having spoken to the former Bradford lads here, they had nothing but good things to say.

“I am buzzing to get going and get some regular game time at Championship level which is a really good competition and I am looking forward to helping Bradford.

“Having watched them over the years, even dropping down the divisions the fans have still been there through it all. They are a proper fanbase and I cannot wait to get going.”

Rooks becomes the fourth new arrival at Bulls following the captures of Greg Johnson, Anthony England and Sam Barlow.

John Kear says Rooks has been on his radar for a while, having impressed in Super League as a Robin last season.

He said: “Adam is a really good, energetic player. We have been keeping tabs on him since he played for the City of Hull Academy last year and we had a spot available for a loan player.

“We enquired and they made him available – Hull Kingston Rovers feel it will develop him, Adam feels it will develop him in playing rugby and it will develop us having quality second row forward.

“I am absolutely delighted and I am looking forward to working with him – it is a move that will benefit all parties.”