Jamie Jones-Buchanan commits future to Leeds Rhinos - Rugby League News
While talking to Leeds Rhinos’ official website on December 9, Jones-Buchanan confirmed that he has pledged three more years to the club.
While labeling his spell at Leeds a nourishing experience for his rugby league career, Buchanan said, “It has always been a privilege to play for Leeds Rhinos and by agreeing a new long-term contract, my intention is to finish my playing days here and only
ever play for Leeds. The novelty of pulling on a Rhinos shirt and playing at Headingley Carnegie has never worn off for me. Hopefully I can have three more good years and bring home some more silverware and then I can assess where my body is at and whether
I can go on.”
It appeared that the player is satisfied with his decision to stay at the club, as he has bigger and better plans for the term ahead. He wishes to bring the best of himself in the next three years, which could be his last years before he decides to hang
up his boots.
The English second rower made his debut with Rhinos in 1999 and has played with them to date. In his elaborate spell, which has been extended further, he has built up a brilliant record for himself with his inclusion in all of the Rhinos' Grand Final victories
since 2004.
The 30-year-old Englishman has played a total of 226 games at the club and earned 204 points, where all his points were scored through 51 tries. This count is expected to build up further if the player continues strongly in his thirties too.
Regarding his playing in his thirties, the player explained and said that he will continue playing for his side as long as he feels that he is physically fit and is getting the job done well. He also talked to Jamie Peacock and Adrian Morley about it, who
are perfect examples of players who are playing as well in their thirties as they used to in their early years.
It seems that the player is looking to sign off from the rugby field on a high note, for which he is willing to give his 100%. He also admitted that he is hungry for success, like all players. He also explained that winning big games is addictive because
you do not want to settle for anything less.
It will be interesting to see how well the English derby player, contributes to the world of rugby in his concluding years at the club. The expectations are soaring high because he as already proved his mettle by playing exceptionally well so far, which
also explains why Leeds were not willing to let go of the player so soon.
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