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Town bring in Aussie centre Marcus Spence for 2027, Brad Singleton's 17th signing Workington Town sign Australian outside back Marcus Spence for 2027

By Kris WM, editor 3 min read From townrlfc.com
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Workington Town sign Australian outside back Marcus Spence for 2027
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Town have got a young Aussie centre, Marcus Spence, over from the Queensland Cup. He's Brad Singleton's 17th signing for next season, and the boss reckons he'll add something different out wide.

Town fans, here's another one for the 2027 squad.

Workington Town have signed Marcus Spence, a young Australian who plays centre or wing. He's Brad Singleton's 17th announced signing for next season. He comes from Western Clydesdales in the Queensland Cup, and before that he came through the Redcliffe Dolphins set-up, where he got to a Colts Grand Final.

Singleton said: "Marcus is a promising signing for us, and I'm delighted to be bringing him to Workington. He's a powerful and athletic outside back who I believe can make a real impact for us and give our fans plenty to look forward to."

He reckons the lad's got a bit about him with the ball: "What stands out about Marcus is his dynamic style, his athleticism and the way he carries the ball. He can beat defenders, get his team on the front foot, and will bring plenty of energy to our backline."

The boss even gave a nod down the coast to Whitehaven, where another young Aussie, Lachlan Walmsley, started out before making it in Super League. Singleton said: "I'm not saying Marcus is going to follow that exact same path, but it shows what can be achieved when players are prepared to take an opportunity and work hard."

And he said: "I want Workington to be a place where young players can develop, enjoy their rugby and fulfil their potential."

The club says Spence gives them more options out wide as Singleton puts together a mix of old heads, young talent and lads with a point to prove. Tom Wilkinson was announced for 2027 earlier this autumn, while three of last season's squad have gone to Newcastle Thunder.

What to do: the full announcement's on Town's own site, townrlfc.com, and that's where the rest of the 2027 signings and season ticket news will land. Home games are at Derwent Park.

Workington Town have signed Australian outside back Marcus Spence from Queensland Cup side Western Clydesdales. He is head coach Brad Singleton's 17th announced player for the 2027 season.

This is for Workington Town supporters keeping track of how the squad for 2027 is taking shape.

Workington Town have announced the signing of Australian outside back Marcus Spence, who becomes head coach Brad Singleton's 17th announced player for the 2027 season. Spence arrives from Western Clydesdales in the Queensland Cup. He came through the Redcliffe Dolphins system, where he reached a Colts Grand Final before stepping up to the Queensland Cup. He can play at centre or on the wing.

Singleton said: "Marcus is a promising signing for us, and I'm delighted to be bringing him to Workington. He's a powerful and athletic outside back who I believe can make a real impact for us and give our fans plenty to look forward to."

He added: "What stands out about Marcus is his dynamic style, his athleticism and the way he carries the ball. He can beat defenders, get his team on the front foot, and will bring plenty of energy to our backline."

The coach pointed to the path taken by another young Australian, Lachlan Walmsley, whose route to Super League started at Whitehaven. Singleton said: "I'm not saying Marcus is going to follow that exact same path, but it shows what can be achieved when players are prepared to take an opportunity and work hard."

He also said: "I want Workington to be a place where young players can develop, enjoy their rugby and fulfil their potential."

The club says the signing strengthens its outside-back options as Singleton builds a squad mixing experience, young talent and players hungry to make their mark. Earlier this autumn Town announced Tom Wilkinson for 2027, while three of last season's squad have moved to Newcastle Thunder.

What you can do: read the full announcement and follow the rest of the 2027 signings on Workington Town's official website, townrlfc.com, where season ticket and membership news is also posted. Town play their home games at Derwent Park.