Hull KR duo join Thunder on loan

Newcastle Thunder have signed Hull KR’s Daniel Okoro and Connor Moore on season-long loans.

The 19-year-old Daniel Okoro, although yet to make his Hull KR debut, is a highly-sought-after individual. Standing at 193cm, the hard-hitting prop featured three times for Hunslet whilst on loan throughout 2022. He has already earned an international call-up for Nigeria, featuring twice for the West African nation and scoring two tries.

Okoro’s Hull KR team-mate Connor Moore also joins the ranks at Thunder.

Hard-running and aggressive in defence, the 19-year-old prop featured three times for the Super League club throughout the 2022 season and made four appearances for League 1 side Hunslet whilst on loan.

Newcastle Thunder head coach Chris Thorman said: “Daniel and Connor are two powerful athletic middles looking to prove themselves.  

“It’s fantastic that they’re spending the season on loan with us and I’m thankful to Hull KR for letting us have them. They’re going to bring energy, and their ball-carrying ability is already very good.

“When I’ve spoken to those who know them, I’ve been told that they’ve been working very hard in the off-season, so I think when they rock up the boys will be impressed with what they see.

“I’m excited to have them at the club, especially for the full year. They’ve obviously come from a full-time environment in Hull KR so we’re expecting big things.”