They have remained great friends since their days at the Bulls. Whitehead has also been influential in helping his other English teammates settle into the club. In a remarkable record, Whitehead has missed just one match since his first in the green jersey, that coming through suspension, and has played in 116 out of a possible 117 games for the club. Elliott Whitehead enjoyed a fine 2014, making his England debut and winning Dream Team recognition. Coach Ricky Stuart has often spoken to Whitehead about English players that he has been interested in signing and it was after a famous England win at the back end of 2018 where Whitehead decided to take it upon himself to talk up his now Raiders teammate George Williams to Ricky Stuart. I like to get the boys for a night of bowling or even a few rounds of golf.”. I’ve played centre, loose forward (lock) and even spent some time growing up as a hooker!”. One of those is Elliott Whitehead, who has been one of the mainstays of the Canberra Raiders starting 13 since making his club debut in 2016. I had quite a bit of interest from NRL clubs, but it came down to choose between the Sharks and the Raiders. After spending five seasons with the Bulls, Whitehead felt a change was needed to enhance his career. "I have been given the opportunity to go and play in the NRL which I have always wanted to do," Whitehead said.external-link, "I would like to thank the club and the fans for everything they have done for me and I'm still fully committed to the Dragons this season.". Before Covid-19 restrictions were put in place, Whitehead would prove to be a  popular player amongst the staff at the Canberra Raiders when he would bring his two French Bulldogs Theo and Sonny into Raiders HQ to run around the offices while Whitehead would see the physios and receive treatment. Whitehead admits that at first it was a daunting prospect to move to Australia and is grateful for his supportive partner Grace in joining him on the ride. So, what does Whitehead say about his versatility and endurance? 29.4k Followers, 1,487 Following, 701 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Elliott Whitehead (@elliottw1989) John Bateman and Elliott Whitehead in Canberra. “We had just beaten New Zealand in Hull and we went out for a few drinks after the game. It’s these relationships and connections which have also seen Whitehead play a role in the recruitment of fellow Englishman, even playing a role in getting current halfback George Williams to Canberra. “I felt like I was playing some of my best footy and I was 25 years old at the time. “I reckon by learning the game in different positions has certainly helped me become the player that I am today but I’m happy that I’ve found my home in the backrow,” Whitehead laughs. I’d like to stay here at the Raiders for the rest of my career.”. I used to pick him up on the way to training and I would make him walk up a big hill which was on the way to our training base because I was late most days, he used to hate it, he still reminds me about those days even today!”, “John and I have become great friends, we have a strong friendship and hang around a lot with each other away from the field. He’s a very passionate coach who cares about his players.”. The England international has only missed one game since joining the club from Catalans in 2015.

“I actually used to play football (soccer) when I was a kid but I was never any good, then one day my neighbour who used to coach a rugby league side took me along one day to training and from that day on I’ve never looked back,” Whitehead said. Whitehead used to pick up a then 16-year-old John Bateman and drive him to Bradfrod Bulls training. Despite loving his time in the nation’s capital, Whitehead admits that he does miss his family back home and admits that his family passionately follow his progress at the Raiders and watch all his games back in England. I was speaking to George and he told me he’d love to come out here. He didn’t know what to do. Elliott Whitehead and Jack Wighton horseriding on the outskirts of Canberra. “When we moved out here, we wanted to settle in quickly and I’ve always wanted a French Bulldog. ", Whitehead, 25, has been a key figure for Catalans Dragons in Super League since his move from, "I have been given the opportunity to go and play in the NRL which I have always wanted to do," Whitehead, "Elliott is a young but experienced first-grade player," Raiders CEO Don Furner.

A baby faced Elliott Whitehead at Bradford Bulls. He ended up in the South of France with Catalans.

Elliott Whitehead has some speed to burn for a forward, but he didn't have enough toe to chase down the ute that carried two thieves that stole his scooter. In his youth, Whitehead idolised his hometown team the Bradford Bulls and looked up to a lot of the Bradford Bulls players who were very dominant in the early 2000’s. There’s no doubt that Whitehead is an invaluable part of Canberra’s recent successes. Further to that, he’s only missed 113 minutes out of those 116 matches, with the majority of those minutes coming through the coaches instructions, with Whitehead leaving the field with a reluctance and attitude of a man who wants to compete and win in every game. Uncompromising in defence but also having the ability to set up tries, the English International recently extended his stay in Canberra until at least 2022. Having only missed one match across his four seasons at the club, Elliott Whitehead has proven to be one of the Raiders most consistent performers in recent years. “My family get up most mornings back home for my games. I wanted to be a player that everyone wanted to play with. We have a few of the same friends from back in Bradford and we like to go back there in the off-season and catch up with a lot of them.”. Whitehead has also been influential in helping his other English teammates settle into the club.

Often going under the radar compared to others, Elliott Whitehead’s form and contribution to the green machine certainly doesn’t go unnoticed at the club.

“Grace has been very supportive of me, she’s from Bradford originally as well, we spoke about moving to Australia when I was in talks with the Raiders and she was right behind me and the move. I made my Challenge Cup debut for West Bowling and then a year later the Bulls rang me up again and wanted to sign me. His history with John Bateman also stems back from when he was back with the Bulls. Read about our approach to external linking. Join Facebook to connect with Elliott Whitehead and others you may know. Elliott Whitehead and Jack Wighton horseriding on the outskirts of Canberra.

“Being a Bradford lad, I looked up to a lot of the Bulls players that won a few World Club Challenges, but as I got older, I looked up to guys like Jamie Peacock and Adrian Morley to base my game around. Originally from Buttershaw in Bradford, Whitehead came through the Bradford Bulls junior systems before incredibly, he was told he wouldn’t be signed by Bradford when he was 16. She’s got a great job here and has made friends away from the Rugby League circle and we both want to stay here for the rest of our lives. “When you get to 16, you either get told you’ll be re-signed or told you aren’t good enough. Elliott Whitehead receiving his Great Britain Lions cap and jersey from childhood hero Jamie Peacock. Whitehead knows the value of team morale and has taken it upon himself to make sure the team are bonding away from the field. George was completely rattled. I started out as a halfback at first. Whitehead, 25, has been a key figure for Catalans Dragons in Super League since his move from Bradford in June 2013, scoring 24 tries in 44 games. They are tough players who never took a backwards step. I’d like to stay here at the Raiders for the rest of my career. I had to quit my job as an electrician and go back to training and playing full time.”. Unfortunately, my dad passed away in 2012. That match came in 2017 when he copped a one-game suspension for tripping. My mind was made up when Ricky Stuart sold the club to me and it also helped that I knew Josh Hodgson as well.”, “Ricky has been really good to me, he said that he’d make sure my partner Grace and I would be looked after and everything he has said has been true so far. Last updated on 8 April 20158 April 2015.From the section Rugby League. He joined Notts County and after a loan spell with Nuneaton Town was released in 2015. It all happened really quickly, I met with the coach and president and I signed with them for two and a half years.”, “I felt that my career really took a step forward when I went to Catalans, I played with some great players that I learnt a lot from such as Louis Anderson, Zeb Taia and Steve Menzies. So how did Whitehead go from being a lad from Bradford, end up playing for the Canberra Raiders in the NRL?

After I got one, I got a bit excited and decided to get another one. Canberra, coached by former Kangaroos boss Ricky Stuart, have already raided the European competition for talent. As time passed on, Whitehead has established himself in the side and has gone on to become not only a key figure in the Raider’s forward pack but also an important figure away from the field. I try to turn up every week and be that player that doesn’t let his teammates down.”. I’m a big believer that by getting the team together away from the field can help translate into success on the field. Elliott Whitehead has a few ground rules for England team-mate and soon to be clubmate and housemate John Bateman – you can cook, clean and walk my dogs!

They are a part of the family now and I can’t imagine my life in Canberra without them. If I have a bad game, they are all quick to remind me if I played well or not,” Whitehead laughs. The NRL profile of Elliott Whitehead including career statistics, season stats, games, tries, goals, tackles and fantasy scores.

“I had a few friends that I used to play with at Bradford who were now at Catalans.

He said it was fine and that they had been looking at George for some time and that if he wants to come here, they’ll look into it.”. Whitehead’s role in attack is one few people in the game can play. There’s no disputing Whitehead’s value to the club and team culture. Elliott Mark Whitehouse (born 27 October 1993) is an English professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for League Two club Forest Green Rovers.. Whitehouse is a product of Sheffield United's academy and had loan spells with York City and Alfreton Town before being released in 2014. A versatile second-rower, Whitehead is known for his work-rate and ability to cover several different positions if required. “I try to get the squad together as much as I can. Raiders won't relax despite 'soft' schedule, Raiders expect Bennett to have Rabbitohs raring, Raiders confident their depth can beat any team, World Cup 9s Player Focus: Elliott Whitehead, You have skipped the navigation, tab for page content. With his contract at Catalans coming towards the end, Whitehead knew that he had to test himself in the NRL and that now was the right time. ©Elliott Whitehead via Instagram. He was my main motivation in driving me on to succeed in Rugby League but my mum still gets up at 5.30am to watch all my games on her phone. His experience and durability truly make him an important cog in the Green Machine.



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