Perth Bears sign local teenage star Zane Murray to a landmark deal
Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 3:04 AM
Last updated Sep 22, 2026
The Perth Bears have signed 15-year-old Zane Murray, marking a historical moment for the new NRL franchise. Emerging from the Bears academy, Murray agreed to a three-year-deal contract that will begin next year. He will first join the North Sydney system before returning to Perth to develop further. Murray, a standout fullback, excelled with the Kwinana Titans and was recognized as Player of the Match in consecutive grand finals. Bears coach Mal Meninga expressed enthusiasm for nurturing local talent in Western Australia.
- •Zane Murray is the first Western Australia-native signed by the Bears.
- •Murray has a three-year contract starting in 2027.
- •He showcased talent at the Kwinana Titans, winning back-to-back grand finals.
- •Murray will first train with North Sydney before returning to Perth.
- •Bears begin preseason training in under six weeks.
- 3:04 AMZero Tackle NRL — Perth Bears make history with landmark signing of local teenage star
"The Bears have locked in a promising local talent, with a pathway mapped out to the NRL.
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