Gareth Ellis joins York Knights as assistant head coach
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 2:58 PM
Last updated Sep 30, 2026
York Knights have appointed Gareth Ellis as assistant head coach under Mark Applegarth. Ellis, 45, previously served as the director of rugby and wellbeing at Hull FC. He played for Wakefield Trinity, Leeds Rhinos, Wests Tigers, and Hull FC during his career. Ellis expressed enthusiasm about starting this new role and the club's potential. He has moved into coaching after spending time focusing on player welfare.
- •Gareth Ellis is appointed assistant head coach at York Knights.
- •Previously director of rugby at Hull FC.
- •Played 127 matches for Hull FC in his career.
- •Ellis is excited about his return to coaching.
- •Mark Applegarth is the head coach at York Knights.
- 2:58 PMYahoo Sports — Ellis joins York Knights coaching staff
"York Knights appoint Gareth Ellis as assistant head coach to Mark Applegarth.
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