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Jack Ashworth signs with Leigh, Lazarus Vaalepu joins Castleford on loan

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Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Jack Ashworth signs with Leigh, Lazarus Vaalepu joins Castleford on loan
Summary

Jack Ashworth has transferred to Leigh Leopards from Castleford Tigers, signing a contract that extends until the end of the 2028 season. In the opposite direction, Lazarus Vaalepu moves to Castleford on loan for the remainder of the season. Ashworth, 31, previously spent time on loan at Leigh in 2021 and has a history of playing in the Super League with various clubs. Vaalepu, 27, made four appearances for Leigh this season prior to the loan. Both clubs' directors expressed optimism regarding the players' impacts on their respective squads.

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  • •Ashworth previously played for Leigh on loan in 2021.
  • •Vaalepu made four appearances for Leigh prior to the loan.
  • •Ashworth signed until the end of the 2028 season.
  • •Vaalepu is described as bringing physicality to Castleford.
  • •Both transfers are effective immediately.
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  • 11:30 AMYahoo Sports — Forward Ashworth joins Leigh from Castleford
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Jack Ashworth joins Leigh Leopards from Castleford Tigers with Lazarus Vaalepu moving on loan the other way.

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