YORK City Knights have retained hooker Will Jubb for the 2021 season, thanks to the help of the club’s Squadbuilder.

Jubb has been a regular starter for the Knights since his move from Hull Kingston Rovers in 2018, being part of the York sides which won the 2018 Betfred League 1 title and secured a third-placed finish in the 2019 Betfred Championship.

The 23-year-old has played almost 50 times for York.

Knights head coach Ford expressed his delight, saying: “It’s been a pleasure to see Will continue to improve at the rate he has over the last few seasons.

“He has outstanding skill, ruck reactions and deception and his defensive contact has really kicked on.

“This development is based upon Will’s drive to be better, his intelligence and his approach to feedback.

“As long as these characteristics remain consistent Jubby will continue to grow as a player and a person.

“I see Will as a key player in our squad who has shown repeatedly he is willing to put the teams needs first.

“I’d like to thank the efforts of our supporters - specifically Squadbuilder and the 2020 Knights Patrons for their hard work and continuing commitment, which is enabling us to plan and build for what will hopefully be another successful season.

Jubb added: “I’m really excited to still be part of the York City Knights journey and have the opportunity to play my part in what the club is wanting to achieve.

“It was an absolute no brainier for me to sign again as I love the club, the fans are absolutely unbelievable and we have a great set of lads here.

“Nothing can compare to playing with all the lads in front of the Knights fans and how they really get behind the team and lift us throughout the games and that is something I wouldn’t want to play without."

“I’m also really excited to get to play in the new stadium, which looks absolutely fantastic!

“Having the chance to work with a great coach in Fordy - and all the coaching staff - again was another big factor and will definitely help me to keep improving my game and trying to get better which I’m always looking to do.

“I’m really happy to still have the chance to represent York City Knights and I’m looking forward to the challenge of another year of Championship rugby and getting back into it after such a tough year for everyone.”