Outside back Shane Toal has signed a new one-year deal with Barrow Raiders ahead of the 2027 season.
Toal has been part of the Raiders setup for more than a decade, having first made his debut back in 2015.
He is nearing 200 appearances for the club, scoring 90 tries to date.
A Scotland international representative, Toal was granted a testimonial by the RFL for his services to rugby league ahead of the 2025 season.
He featured 19 times for the club during that campaign, and a further 18 appearances at centre followed in 2026.
Last season also saw the 31-year-old appointed to head coach Paul Crarey’s backroom team as a strength and conditioning coach, combining the role with his playing duties. This gave him the opportunity to take the next step in both his personal and professional development.
A consistent performer who brings immense quality to the Raiders backline, retaining Toal’s services for a further year is an important piece of business as the club prepares for the upcoming Championship campaign.
“I’m really happy to have signed on again for 2027, which will be my 13th season with the club,” he said.
“I’m getting older now, but I still feel like I’ve got plenty more to give, and Barrow is where I want to do that.
“It’s an exciting time for the club, and I’m looking forward to being part of it.”
Barrow Raiders director of rugby Andy Gaffney said: “Shane has been a standout performer throughout his whole career, and he is fully deserving of this new deal.
“No-one at the club has a bad word to say about Shane, which is a testament to the type of person he is, on and off the field.
“As we continue to provide young, local players with the opportunity to represent the club, having people like Shane around the place setting standards and leading the way will be crucial for more success in 2027.”
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