York Knights RLFC

Your 2026 winners ✨

|

As announced at tonight's Awards Night, York RLFC can confirm that veteran prop forward Paul Vaughan will retire from professional rugby league at the conclusion of the 2026 Betfred Super League season.

Vaughan will hang up his boots following an incredible 14-year career, playing his final game this Thursday 10 September at the LNER Community Stadium.

Thank you Paul for your immense contributions to both the Knights and the game of Rugby League 💛

🔗 Read the full statement here: yorkrlfc.com/post/paul-vaughan-set-to-retire

|

Jack Martin is your 2026 Graham Steadman Player of the Year 🏆

Award proudly sponsored by YO1 Radio

|

Recognising those who go above and beyond to support the York RLFC Foundation 💛

The Shipley Family has been chosen for the 2026 Michael May Award

🏅 Proudly sponsored by York RLFC Foundation

|

Recognising off field contributions of a club person ⚔️

Ryan Watson has been chosen for the 2026 Jim Bone Award

🏅 Award proudly sponsored by Redmove

|

For his dedication and passion for the team behind the scenes, York Knights Head of Performance, Joel Fulford, takes home the Danny Sheehan Award 💛

|

A true team player 🤝

Our 2026 Knights Players' Player is Paul Vaughan

🏅 Award proudly sponsored by Yorks Chocolate Story

|

Powerhouse Va'a 😤

Xavier Va'a is our 2026 Knights Young Player of the Year

🏅 Award proudly sponsored by Menfulness

|

A breakthrough year for Oli 👏

Our 2026 Knights Breakthrough Player of the Year is Oli Field

🏅 Award proudly sponsored by Purple Chilli Events Catering

|

Ultimate versatlity 🔥

Scott Galeano is our 2026 Knights Back of the Year

🏅Award proudly sponsored by GEM Construction

|