Sam Lisone remained coy on the future of partner Georgia Hale after being linked with Leeds Rhinos. Prop Lisone has already made the move to Headingley to be part of Rohan Smith's side but could be joined by New Zealand international Hale, who is reportedly considering a move to the UK.
Hale, who played in the World Cup, would be a significant addition to Lois Forsell's side ahead of the Women's Super League season but it remains to be seen whether she will make the move. Forsell told Rugby League Live earlier this month that there had been "no movement" and Leeds were waiting to learn of her decision.
Lisone, who impressed in the pre-season clash with Bradford Bulls, was unwilling to add any new info as he said: "I'll let her talk about that. She's her own boss."
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He was, however, in good spirits having had his first run out at Headingley, admitting that he had enjoyed going against an old friend and former Leeds Rhinos forward Bodene Thompson.
"I enjoyed myself out there," he said. "I'm just trying to get some km in the legs and working on some combinations with the boys. I just want to make sure my body is fully ready to go in round one.
"I like to think I've got more than one string to my bow. I like to mix my game up a bit with a pass and a bit of footwork. I like to play with a smile on my face.
"Bodene Thompson is my mate. He got under me with a rib tickler and was squeezing me. I was probably in pain but it looked like I was laughing. I've got a big whitemouthguardd. He's my brother. He looked after me as a kid so he was probably letting me know that he can still belt me."
He has also put his hand up for this weekend's clash with Hull KR. Some of Leeds' senior players were rested to focus on training over the weekend but he said: "I'd rather play than train, and I reckon Rohan would want me to play rather than just run laps at training. It's better to play."
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