James Donaldson: Hull Kingston Rovers forward signs contract extension

James Donaldson has played in nine Super League games this season

Hull KR forward James Donaldson has signed a new one-year deal to stay at the club until 2017, with an option to extend the contract by a further year.

Donaldson, 24, has scored one try in 37 appearances for Hull KR since joining from Bradford Bulls in 2014.

"He is a consistent performer and a real professional who works hard to improve his game," Rovers director of rugby Jamie Peacock said.

"At the age of 24, he has his best years ahead of him."