Manly prop Josh Starling joins Newcastle on one-year deal

NEWCASTLE have signed Manly prop Josh Starling on a one-year deal as the club’s recruitment drive continues.

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA — AUGUST 23: Blake Leary, Josh Starling and Jake Trbojevic of the Eagles look dejected during the round 24 NRL match between the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles and the Parramatta Eels at Brookvale Oval on August 23, 2015 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Mark Kolbe/Getty Images)

THE Knights recruitment drive has continued with the club signing Manly prop Josh Starling on a one-year deal.

Starling has played 67 first grade matches since making his debut in 2012 with the majority coming in a three-year stint with the Sea Eagles beginning in 2014.

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“Josh is a good competitor, a great trainer and does a lot of wonderful work in the community,” said Knights coach Nathan Brown.

“These are all qualities on and off the field that are important to have around our young squad.”

Starling is one of four new recruits for Newcastle, joining Cowboys hooker Rory Kostjaysn, Hull KR winger Ken Sio and Manly backrower Jamie Buhrer.

Starling has been a solid prop for the Sea Eagles for several seasons.

“It has all happened quickly but it is great to join the Knights,” Starling said.

“There is a lot of hard work ahead. There are no guarantees, so I have to train hard and earn my spot.

“There is a lot of young talent at the Club and that is exciting to be a part of.”

Originally published as Manly prop Josh Starling joins Newcastle on one-year deal