LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
In a strategic move to bolster their junior ranks, the New Zealand Warriors have made headlines by signing 18-year-old Tallan Egan, the younger brother of their star hooker Wayde Egan.
Hailing from New South Wales, Tallan honed his skills playing for the Lithgow Storm before catching the eye of the Warriors.
Now, he's set to reunite with his brother on the rugby league field in New Zealand.
Currently showcasing his talents in the SG Ball Cup, Tallan Egan brings versatility to the Warriors' lineup, occupying the halfback or five-eighth position unlike his sibling.
What makes this signing particularly unique is that the Warriors have typically relied on their abundance of homegrown talent in New Zealand, making it a rarity for them to recruit players from Australia.
With his impending move to a developmental or train-and-trial contract, the pressure is on for Tallan Egan to shine and prove his worth among the ranks of the Warriors.