O'Donnell extends his contract with the Giants

Huddersfield Giants have announced that Asher O'Donnell has signed a contract extension until 2029.

O'Donnell had a number of impressive performances within the back row during 2026, and has now committed his future as Jim Lenihan builds his squad for the upcoming Super League season.

Former Brisbane Tiger and coached by Giants' own head coach Lenihan, Huddersfield moved quickly to secure his services after a strong first season in the Super League.

The young back-row talent has been recovering from an injury sustained while scoring a try during the previous campaign and has made good progress during the off-season, as he explained:

"I’ve extended till 2029 I’m stocked to be here. The club are really building something good, we have a good group of lads and a great group of staff so I’m looking forward to seeing what the next few years hold. 

"The recovery has been good got through it all got a few weeks till I’m fully back with the squad but I’m really excited and keen and the pre season has looked really good, the teams looking in good shape so I’m just excited to get out the with the boys and rip in."

Director of Rugby Andy Kelly commented on signing O'Donnell to an extension:

"We are happy to have Asher sign an extension to his contract and stay with the Giants, he is an exciting young player who will continue to grow and improve.

"He generated some genuine interest from outside of the club with his aggressive running and defence, Asher believes like us we can build something special here and has backed that belief with his commitment."