Umyla Hanley aims to prove former boss wrong as Leigh face Wigan Warriors

In-form Leigh winger Umyla Hanley is gearing up to face his former club, Wigan Warriors, for the first time since leaving 15 months ago. The 22-year-old, son of rugby league legend Ellery Hanley, is on a purple patch, scoring eight tries in just four games for the Leigh Leopards.

Hanley revealed that he didn’t see eye-to-eye with Wigan boss Matt Peet, who is now the head coach of the Super League and World Club champions. Despite his limited opportunities at Wigan, Hanley has thrived at Leigh, especially in the absence of the injured Tom Briscoe.

The upcoming match against Wigan holds special significance for Hanley, as he aims to prove a point to Peet and the Warriors for letting him go. Hanley expressed his happiness at Leigh, where he feels valued and supported by his teammates and coach Adrian Lam.

The young winger acknowledged the tough competition at Wigan but believes that his move to Leigh has been beneficial for his career. Hanley’s recent scoring streak has been impressive, but he remains focused on team goals and securing much-needed wins for Leigh in the Super League.

With the match against Wigan looming, Hanley is determined to make a statement on the field and continue his impressive form. As one of four ex-Wigan players in Leigh’s squad, Hanley is ready to showcase his skills and help his team secure a crucial victory.

Despite his famous father, Hanley has forged his own path in rugby league and is determined to succeed on his own merit. With a point to prove and a desire to make a lasting impact, Hanley is set to be a key player in the highly anticipated clash between Leigh and Wigan.