Macarthur Rugby League: Latest key signings for every club ahead of the 2025 season
In the countdown towards another Macarthur Rugby League season we track the keys signings and departures at each club, starting with Campbelltown Collegians.
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Undefeated reigning premiers Camden proved untouchable last year, but with plenty of player changes across all 11 clubs, the 2025 Macarthur Rugby League competition is once again primed to deliver more surprises.
Ahead of round one on Sunday, April 6, we’ll reach out to every club to see how they’re shaping up, starting with Campbelltown Collegians.
CAMPBELLTOWN COLLEGIANS
Campbelltown Collegians were boom or bust in 2024. They only finished with five wins, but after a slow start to the season they showed glimpses of a team ready to crack the top five.
After riding the highs and lows of an entertaining year, Collies first grade manager Mitch Hoffmann believes that with the addition of the club’s six high profile recruits, they’re ready to climb above last season’s seventh spot.
“We’ve always been on the fringe and this year we want to improve and make the finals,” said Hoffmann.
“We had the ability last year but there needs to be an improvement in work ethic and commitment to training if we are to consistently match the top sides. Over the off-season we have worked on recruiting players with a strong mindset and focus.”
Former NRL outside back Ken Sio is a key signing from Thirlmere, and alongside former Narellan halfback Tyrone Harding, Hoffmann has been impressed with how the pair have settled in.
“Our pre-season commenced a month before Christmas, so the boys will be much fitter than the start of last season. Ken and Tyrone have already raised the benchmark,” he said of a squad that will once again be led by boom backrower, Tifa Iuta.
“Tyrone is a great signing. He’s super keen and looking good, he’ll be a great addition for us.”
Major new signings: Tyrone Harding (Narellan), Ken Sio (Thirlmere), Blake Clayton (Penrith Brothers), Viliame Seuseu Ravouvou (Guildford), Henry Lealuga-Puhotau (Picton), Leon Longbottom (Picton)
Major Departures: Hosea Leuea (Narellan), Jaycob Oloaga (Picton)
Opening month: Campbelltown Collegians
Round 1: East Campbelltown (A), Sunday, April 6
Round 2: The Oaks (H), Sunday, April 13
Round 3: Oakdale (A), Sunday, April 27
Round 4: Camden (H), Sunday, May 4
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