Harris will join Castleford's senior squad for 2011

Castleford Tigers have rewarded young forward Billy Harris with a full-time two-year contract.

The 18-year-old has come up through the academy and will be part of the Cas senior squad for the 2011 season.

Tigers coach Terry Matterson told the club's website: "Billy is a promising young player and I look forward to seeing him with us full-time.

"We had a number of young players with us on a similar basis this year and we hope he can develop along those lines."

Harris said he was looking forward to the challenge of Super League.

"This is a great opportunity for me and I'm determined to take it," he said.

"I know that I need to work hard and hopefully I can develop to eventually make the grade in the Super League."

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