Keegan Hirst signs for Wakefield

Wakefield Trinity Wildcats have signed Keegan Hirst for the 2017 season.

The 28-year-old has signed a one year deal at the club with an option of a further year.

The prop forward has featured 26 times so far this season for Batley Bulldogs, scoring two tries and has six assists. He began his career at Bradford Bulls before he signed a deal at Hunslet Hawks in 2008.

Hirst has spent time at Dewsbury Rams and Featherstone Rovers before making a permanent move to Batley in 2014 where he was given the captaincy role.

Last August, Keegan became the first rugby league player to come out as gay.

He will link up with Chris Chester and the squad at the start of pre season ahead of the 2017 First Utility Super League season.