Sean Penkywicz


Sean Penkywicz, also known by the nickname of "Penky", is an English rugby league footballer for the Rochdale Hornets in Betfred League 1. He has played at representative level for Wales, and at club level in the Super League for Halifax , and the Huddersfield Giants, in the Championship for the Leigh Centurions, he appeared in the inaugural 2017 season for the Toronto Wolfpack, as of 2018 he plays for Workington Town in Betfred League 1, as a or.

Playing career

Sean Penkywicz was born in Wigan, Greater Manchester, England.

Playing career

Beginning his career with Halifax, Penkywicz made his Super League début in 2000. He left Halifax and joined the Huddersfield Giants in 2004 following Halifax's relegation from Super League, he rejoined Halifax in the Championship in 2007. In 2008, he was named in the Wales squad to face England at the Keepmoat Stadium prior to England's departure for the 2008 Rugby League World Cup. After 5 seasons with Halifax, Penkywicz joined Leigh Centurions in 2013. Penkywicz joined Toronto Wolfpack on a short term contract, making 13 appearances for the club during their inaugural 2017 season in League 1, and helping the team to promotion, after which he joined Workington Town.