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Wigan re-sign Mathers, Phelps, Hanson, Mossop and Carmont
Thu September 4, 2008
by Matthew O'Neill
Source: www.wiganwarriors.com

Wigan Warriors can today confirm that full-back Richard Mathers, utility back Cameron Phelps and back-row forwards Harrison Hansen and Lee Mossop have all signed contract extensions. In addition, centre George Carmont has triggered the second year of his conditional two-year contract.

Mathers signed for the Warriors from Gold Coast Titans in November 2007 on a three-year deal, with seasons 2009 and 2010 subject to his completing a certain number of games. Although this target was not met in 2008, Chairman Ian Lenagan and Head Coach Brian Noble both believe that Mathers is deserving of the contract extension for 2009 plus a Wigan option for 2010.

Cameron Phelps arrived at the end of May for the remainder of 2008 and has now signed for 2009 with a further option for 2010 in Wigan's favour. Lee Mossop, who made his first-team debut this year scoring a try in the Challenge Cup tie against SM Pia XIII, has agreed terms for 2009 and 2010 with a 3rd year option for Wigan. Harrison Hansen has also signed a further two-year contract extension committing to Wigan until the end of 2011.

The fifth player to commit his future to the Club is George Carmont who originally agreed a two-year deal with the Warriors, the second year of which was subject to a certain number of appearances. George has easily reached this level having played in every game so far this season.

On the signings, Chairman Ian Lenagan said:

"We are pleased we have secured the futures of these five players all of whom are important members of the future Wigan squad.

"Richard Mathers' enthusiasm and positive attitude since his arrival has been one of the deciding factors in our decision to keep him at the Club. He has a strong desire and passion to play for Wigan Warriors and we are pleased to give him the opportunity of a further season to rediscover his pre-injury form.

"Cameron Phelps has shown what a good addition he is having settled in quickly with the versatility to play at full-back, centre or on the wing and to be a useful goal kicker as well. He deserves his contract extension and to be part of our squad for 2009 and possibly 2010.

"Harrison Hansen has had a good first year of being consistently selected for the first-team. His defence has been excellent and we hope he will now take the opportunity of the next three years to move on to a higher level of performance.

"Lee Mossop has impressed in the Reserves this season and has improved from being around the first-team squad. He is a quality youngster and a great prospect for the future.

"George Carmont has proven what a consistently solid player he is. He has been one of our best players this year and an excellent buy for Wigan. We are delighted to have him in the squad."

Head Coach Brian Noble commented,

"I am pleased that the future of these five players has been secured providing important continuity within a developing Wigan squad - important for the individuals, for me and for the Club as we plan ahead for 2009 and beyond."

News Source: www.wiganwarriors.com

====================================================================================================== 2008 engage English Super League Wigan Warriors 3 games; [View] Round 19 [27 Jun 08] W 38-20 v Harlequins (H). [BE] [View] Round 22 [18 Jul 08] L 12-46 v St Helens (H). [BE] [View] Round 26 [22 Aug 08] L 16-52 v Leeds (H). [BE] ======================================================================================================

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