Quick Info
| Profession | Rugby league footballer |
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| Nationality | English |
| Date of Birth | 15/06/1993 |
| Age | 33 years |
| Birthplace | Pontefract, West Yorkshire, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
Latest News about Ben Crooks
30/08/2026
Ben Crooks announced his retirement from professional rugby league at the end of the 2026 season, on social media after Halifax Panthers' Championship campaign concluded. He played the final game of his career for Halifax in a home defeat to his former club Keighley Cougars. He finished with 278 first-grade appearances, over 150 of them in Super League.
06/01/2026
Halifax Panthers confirmed that Crooks would captain the side again for the 2026 campaign. The announcement also noted his experience and leadership value to the squad as he entered his fourth season with the club.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Benjamin Crooks |
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| Known As | Ben Crooks |
| Summary | English former professional rugby league footballer who played as a centre or winger. He was associated with Hull FC, Doncaster, Parramatta Eels, Castleford Tigers, Leigh Centurions, Hull Kingston Rovers, Keighley Cougars, and Halifax Panthers. He retired in 2026 with 278 first-grade appearances. |
Physical Stats & More
| Position | Centre, winger |
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| Height | 1.90 m |
| Weight | 95 kg |
| Playing Status | Retired |
Relationships & More
| Father | Lee Crooks |
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| Uncle | Steve Norton |
Family
| Father | Lee Crooks |
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| Extended Family | Related to Steve Norton |
Career
| Debut | 2012 |
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Style Quotient
| Playing Style | Fast outside back with pace and finishing ability |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Son of former rugby league player Lee Crooks. | |
| 2. Did not make an NRL first-team appearance for Parramatta Eels. | |
| 3. Captain of Halifax Panthers in 2026. |
