SOUTER PENS FULL-TIME DEAL

Bradford Bulls are delighted to announce Mitch Souter has signed a new full-time deal to remain with the club as we prepare for our return to Super League in 2026.

The 24-year-old has become a firm fans’ favourite at Bartercard Odsal since his arrival in 2024 – making 58 appearances and scoring 13 tries.

His performances saw him quickly dubbed ‘The Scooter’, in reference to his trademark darts from dummy half.

Souter initially penned a new deal in June to commit to the 2026 season but has now signed improved terms – as he and the club achieve their goal of securing a place in Super League. 

“I said when I first got here that the club is genuine about going to Super League and I was too and it is great to have been able to achieve our collective goal,” said Souter, who was sponsored by FloorTonic Shipley this season. 

“There is a real buzz around the place on the back of the announcement and I cannot wait to get going and prepare for our first year back in Super League. 

“I settled really quickly when I joined and I’ve loved it ever since. The boys and the staff took me in and it’s been great to meet the fans, who are so loyal – I can’t wait to see our army of supporters grow even more next season.” 

Bradford Bulls Head Coach Kurt Haggerty said: 

“With Mitch in particular, I really like his style of play - he gets out, he engages and he runs. He looks down the field and plays what he sees and he is very committed to his defence. 

“There is a lot I like about Mitch - being in a full-time environment and being around full-time elite Super League players will bring his game on even more and help him take the next step in his career. 

“He [Mitch] is around an international player in Andy [Ackers] and if Mitch is willing to learn and push Andy too, I have really two good hookers there who will be really good for us this year.”