Rochdale Hornets’ half-back Lewis Else was named the Betfred League 1 Player of the Year during the annual Rugby League Awards in Leeds in October.
Lewis has had a standout season for the Hornets, scoring 15 tries in 23 matches and contributing numerous assists. His impressive performances earned him the accolade ahead of Oldham’s Danny Craven and Phoenix Laulu-Togaga’e.
Lewis also triumphed at the Hornets’ End of Season Awards Night last month, winning Ray Myers Player of the Year, Timekeepers’ Player of the Year, and Players’ Player of the Year.
Taking to the stage, Lewis said: “I’d like to thank Gary Thornton, because for me, playing well is all about being happy.
“Especially as a part-time player - going to work the next day, and training after work - you need to be happy at games.
“This season, we weren’t far off. We fell at the last hurdle, but we’ll continue our form into 2025 and will hopefully be back next year
