Castleford Tigers add Ben McNamara and Keanan Brand on loan
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 5:07 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
Castleford Tigers have secured the loan signing of Ben McNamara and Keanan Brand from Leigh Leopards for the remainder of the season. The move comes ahead of the Friday signing deadline, aimed at bolstering the squad amidst injury concerns. McNamara, 25, can play both halfback and hooker, while Brand, 27, is versatile as a wing or center. Both players are eligible to make their debut against St Helens on Saturday. Castleford's director of rugby Chris Chester highlighted their competitive nature as beneficial to the team's depth.
- •Ben McNamara and Keanan Brand join Castleford on loan from Leigh.
- •Both players are available for selection against St Helens on Saturday.
- •McNamara has made 27 appearances for Leigh, scoring four tries.
- •Brand was the top scorer for Leigh in 2025 with 20 tries.
- •Castleford needed reinforcements due to injury issues.
- 5:07 PMYahoo Sports — Leigh's McNamara and Brand join Castleford on loan
"Castleford Tigers land Ben McNamara and Keanan Brand on loan from Leigh Leopards for the rest of the season.
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