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Huddersfield Native Max King Lives Rugby League World Cup Dream
12 Oct
Summary
- Max King qualifies to play for England through birth and heritage.
- A childhood dream was fueled by a sticky note on his bedroom wall.
- He was inspired by his grandfather's strong affiliation with Leeds Rhinos.
Max King is realizing a long-held ambition by representing England in the Rugby League World Cup. Born in Huddersfield, King qualifies for England through his heritage and birthplace, having relocated to Australia at seven years old.
His World Cup aspirations, notably a goal noted on a sticky note for the 2022 tournament, were revitalized by an offer from England's new head coach, Brian McDermott. King described the moment he received the call as "buzzing."
King, now part of the squad, feels a strong connection to his English roots. He fondly recalls his grandfather's dedication to the Leeds Rhinos and his own upbringing within a rugby league-focused family.
He has been warmly welcomed by his teammates, noting the strong sense of "mateship" characteristic of English rugby culture. King's father, David, who played for the Huddersfield Giants, shared anecdotes about lifelong friendships formed in English rugby.
