Lewis Fairhurst leaves Rochdale Hornets

Full-back Lewis Fairhurst has left Rochdale Hornets due to increased work commitments outside of the sport.

Fairhurst joined the club on a one-year deal during the off-season, having featured for Leigh Leopards' reserve team in 2024. 

He recently took some time away from the club and has made the difficult decision not to return, due to being unable to commit the time needed to be a permanent member of the Hornets squad.

His departure from the Hornets will help facilitate a return to the community game.

Conversations between Lewis and the club have always been honest and amicable, and we wish him every success with whatever comes next.