Northland-born hooker Manaia Cherrington has signed with the New Zealand Warriors. Photo/Getty Images
Northland-born hooker Manaia Cherrington has signed with the New Zealand Warriors. Photo/Getty Images
The Warriors have announced another player signing with former Tigers and Sharks hooker Manaia Cherrington joining the club effective immediately.
The 22-year-old has been granted a release from the Sharks, who he joined this year, and will link up with the Warriors and turn out for their Intrust Super Premiershipside on Sunday.
Cherrington was a Kiwis squad member in 2015 and played 16 NRL games with the Tigers after debuting in 2015.
Northland-born Cherrington effectively replaces Erin Clark, who requested and was given a release from the club earlier in the week.
"Erin's management sought a release on personal grounds," said Warriors recruitment and development manager Tony Iro.
"It's disappointing for Erin but he has our support and best wishes for the future.
"Fortunately, we were able to secure Manaia as a replacement. He has come through the system with Wests Tigers as well as being involved with both the Junior Kiwis and the Kiwis."
Cherrington joins former Canberra Raiders fullback Zac Santo in linking up with the side before the June 30 deadline while Storm second-rower Tohu Harris and Titans forward Leivaha Pulu will join the side next season.
