Paul Rowley has been confirmed as the new head coach of Castleford Tigers, signing a three-year deal with the club. Rowley left St Helens in July, with the club on course to miss out on the Super League play-offs for the first time. He previously coached Salford before that club's financial collapse in 2025.
Rowley takes over at the Tigers following the departure of Australian Ryan Carr, who left for personal reasons two months ago. He becomes Castleford's seventh head coach since Daryl Powell departed in 2021.
"I'm looking forward to leading Cas Tigers as their new head coach," said Rowley. "From meeting director of rugby Chris Chester and the board, it immediately felt like a place I wanted to be a part of. I'm keen to get started and enjoy a new journey with this proud club."
Chester said the club was delighted to welcome Rowley, describing him as a highly-respected coach within rugby league. He also indicated that further recruitment could follow in the coming weeks and months as the club looks to strengthen the squad, develop young talent and build a culture of sustained success. Castleford finished second bottom in Super League last season, winning only eight of their 27 games.
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