Leigh Leopards release prop Aaron Pene from contract
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 5:15 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Leigh Leopards announced the immediate release of Australian prop Aaron Pene from his contract on August 3, 2026. Pene joined the club during the 2024 season, having previously played for NRL side Melbourne Storm, and participated in 15 Super League games for Leigh. His last appearance was during a victory over Warrington Wolves. With the team currently in sixth place in the standings, Leigh has six matches remaining in the regular season. Pene will return to Australia following his departure from the club.
- •Aaron Pene released by Leigh Leopards after 15 appearances.
- •Pene's contract was for two-and-a-half years, signed in 2024.
- •He last played in Leigh's win against Warrington Wolves.
- •Leigh currently holds the sixth spot in the Super League standings.
- •Pene will return to Australia after leaving the club.
- 5:15 PMYahoo Sports — Leigh release Australian prop Pene
"Leigh Leopards release Australian prop Aaron Pene early from his contract after only 15 Super League games for the club.
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