Name Mick Jenkins Role Rugby league | Positions Hooker | |
Michael "Mick" Jenkins (born 9 June 1972 in Gold Coast, Queensland) is an Australian born professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1990s, and 2000s. A Welsh national forward, Jenkins played at club level for Newcastle Knights, Workington Town, Gateshead Thunder, and Hull F.C. He was signed by Workington having only gone to the UK to accompany close friend Evan Cochrane who had signed for Workington. After half a season playing at Workington, an offer was received from Super League club Gateshead Thunder. After signing with Gateshead, Workington received a £15,000 transfer fee.
International honours
Jenkins made his international début for Wales in 2000 against South Africa. Playing at Hooker, Jenkins scored two tries in the 40-12 win.
Jenkins further represented Wales at the 2000 Rugby League World Cup scoring a try in the 38-6 victory over Cook Islands.