Hornets sign promising St Helens back-rower

Rochdale Hornets have completed the signing of young St Helens back-rower Harvey Braddish on a permanent deal.

Braddish agrees terms with the club for the remainder of the 2026 season.

A product of Saints' academy, he has progressed through their scholarship, Under 18s and Under 19s teams and has more recently featured for the club's reserve side.

Braddish, who is also capable of operating at centre, comes straight into contention to feature against Sheffield Eagles this weekend in the Betfred Championship. 

“I’m really excited to be joining Rochdale Hornets,” the 20-year-old said. 

“As soon as I spoke to the club, it was clear there are big ambitions and a great environment to be a part of. I’m looking forward to meeting the boys, working hard, and doing everything I can to help the team be successful. 

“Hopefully I can contribute with some strong performances, keep improving my game, and play my part in bringing plenty of success to the club.”

Rochdale Hornets chairman Andy Mazey said: "We are pleased to bring Harvey to Rochdale Hornets, and I would like to thank the St Helens club and Kev Brown, his agent, for making it happen. 

“We have been looking for reinforcements in the centre/back-row area for a number of weeks now, and Harvey is an athletic player who has been well schooled in a strong system at the Saints. 

“He's already had a taste of Championship rugby with Salford this year, and he is following in his father's footsteps by pulling on the Hornets shirt.”