Alex Young

Alex Young (born 6 April 1999) is a Jamaica international rugby league footballer who plays as a er for Cessnock Goannas in Newcastle Rugby League.

Background Young was born in Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, England. He is of Jamaican descent.

His brother is England international Dom Young.

Playing career Club career Young played in 24 games and scored 1 try for Workington Town in the 2022 RFL Championship. Alex played 3 games for Sydney Roosters in there NSW Cup team, in there round 2 win over Blacktown Workers he attracted 3 defenders providing a crisp offload for Zach Dockar-Clay to score in the corner.

International career In 2022 Young was named in the Jamaica squad for the 2021 Rugby League World Cup. He made his debut on the wing in the Group C match against Ireland at Headingley Rugby Stadium in Leeds, West Yorkshire.

2024 Alex played for Jamaica against Wales scoring an 85 metre runaway try, showing his great pace, despite this Jamaica went down 22–16 in a thriller.