Newcastle Falcons Secure Premiership Rugby Future as Lock John Hawkins Extends Contract

Newcastle Falcons have secured lock forward John Hawkins on a renewed one-year deal, rewarding the 28-year-old's 32 appearances since joining from Jersey Reds in 2023. The extension continues the club's retention strategy following three recent renewals, with Hawkins pledging to 'keep representing the black-and-white with pride' in Premiership Rugby's 2024-25 campaign.

Contract Extension Details

Newcastle Falcons have reinforced their forward pack with John Hawkins signing a one-year contract extension through 2025. The 6'7" lock has become a defensive cornerstone since his 2023 transfer from Jersey Reds, completing 87% of tackles in Premiership matches last season.

Player Profile

  • Age: 28
  • Position: Lock/Blindside Flanker
  • Career Stats: 42% lineout success rate, 153 carries in 2023-24 season
  • Background: Northampton Saints academy graduate

Club's Retention Strategy

This marks Newcastle's fourth contract announcement in 72 hours, following extensions for:

  1. Ollie Fletcher (Hooker)
  2. Max Clark (Center)
  3. Ollie Leatherbarrow (Back Row)

Director of Rugby Dean Richards stated: "John embodies the Falcons' ethos – relentless work rate and set-piece intelligence. His extension signals our commitment to building continuity ahead of the league's new commercial structure."

Hawkins' Statement

"Wearing the Falcons jersey remains an absolute privilege," Hawkins commented. "We're building something special here – the coaching staff's vision and our fan support at Kingston Park make this club worth fighting for."

2024-25 Season Outlook

With 12 senior players now contracted through next season, Newcastle aims to improve upon their 10th-place Premiership finish. Hawkins' physicality will be crucial against powerhouses like Saracens and Leicester Tigers in the upcoming campaign.

Relation Rugby Schedule
2025-10-10 Friday

Egypt

01:00 International, Friendly International

Call

01:00

Morocco

2025-10-11 Saturday

Chile

07:00 International, Friendly International

Call

07:00

Peru

Argentina

08:00 International, Friendly International

Call

08:00

Venezuela

USA

08:30 International, Friendly International

Call

08:30

Ecuador

2025-10-13 Monday

Vila Nova

05:30 Brazil, Brasileirão - Série B Superbet, Round 32

Call

05:30

Amazonas FC

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