Yeds snare Nisbet from Down Under

Oldham have completed the signing of the former St Helens and Leigh outside back Tom Nisbet for the 2026 Betfred Championship season.

The 26-year-old arrives at Boundary Park after a year with Townsville Blackhawks in Australia's Queensland Cup, and has signed a one-year contract with an option for a further year.

The 6 foot 2 inch former England Academy international had offers to stay in Australia, but says that after talks with Sean Long and Mike Ford he could not wait to join the Roughyeds.

"I'm really excited about this," Nisbet told Roughyeds TV.

Oldham is a great club and having spoken to Mike and Longy I know there are really big goals for the future and that excites me - I am so happy to be here."

Nisbet came through the ranks at St Helens and made one appearance on loan at Oldham five years ago - it lasted 25 minutes after being sent off! This time though Nisbet cannot wait to make a difference and excel in front of the passionate Oldham crowd.

"I work hard and am enthusiastic - you will always get 100 per cent from me," said Nisbet, who scored five tries in 13 appearances for Leigh Leopards prior to his move Down Under.

I am a strong runner, safe and trustworthy. Centre is my favourite position but I can cover back row, wing and full-back.

I know this club is building and it really impresses me what Mike and chairman Bill Quinn are doing with the club.

Last year they did well in the Championsip after getting promoted and I know there is a push for Super League now. Hopefully we can get there."

Long believes the new acquisition can make a real impact in the Championship.

"I watched him playing for Blackhawks and he was at St Helens as a young kid when I was there," he said.

He has some real pace and strike and a very good skill set. He is versatile but can be an excellent centre for this team."