Wakefield Trinity 2026 season preview
2025 recap
Wakefield had a dream return to the top flight in 2025, as they claimed a play-off spot in their first year following promotion.
Their 26-10 loss to Leigh Leopards in week one was disappointing, but overall it was a great year for Trinity, who beat four of the five teams above them.
2025 position: 6th
Key signings
Neil Tchamambe (Hull KR), Tyson Smoothy (Brisbane Broncos), Jazz Tevaga (Manly Sea Eagles), Tray Lolesio (Dolphins), Jordan Williams (Featherstone), Kian McGann (St Helens), Will Tate (Castleford), Jack Sinfield (Leeds)
Key departures
Josh Griffin (York), Jack Croft (London Broncos), Liam Hood (Castleford), Mathieu Cozza (Huddersfield), Matty Russell (Oldham), Renouf Atoni (Castleford), Neil Tchamambe (London Broncos – season-long loan), Myles Lawford (Halifax Panthers – season-long loan), Olly Russell (Huddersfield)
Players to watch
Every so often, a transfer takes place that makes me sit up and take notice. Wakefield have landed two this year, starting with Jazz Tevaga. The Samoa international – who can play at hooker or loose forward – has been a regular in the NRL for 10 seasons, so it was a bit of a surprise to see him head to Super League at the age of 30. I’m expecting big things from him this year.
The other arrival who has really caught my eye is Tyson Smoothy. Unlike Tevaga, the 26-year-old has never been a regular in the NRL, but he’s played plenty of games in the last couple of the seasons at the Broncos, including the 2025 Grand Final. Again, like Tevaga, his arrival is a major coup for Trinity.
Young gun
Jack Sinfield never quite nailed down a starting spot at Leeds, so the 21-year-old will be hoping he can establish himself at Trinity. He played 29 games during his time at the Rhinos, so he has a decent amount of Super League experience, but this year he’ll be looking to step up to regular game time.
Our prediction – 9th
I have a feeling Trinity will drop off a little this year. I can’t see the likes of Warrington and Catalans being as bad as they were in 2025, which means one team has to fall, and I can see it being Wakefield.
