Ryan Atkins

Ryan Atkins (born 7 October 1985) is an English former professional rugby league footballer who most recently played as a for York City Knights in the Championship and formerly England at international level.

He previously played for the Bradford Bulls in the Super League, and on loan from Bradford at the Wakefield Trinity Wildcats in the top flight. Atkins joined the Wakefield Trinity Wildcats on a permanent deal and later joined the Warrington Wolves in the Super League.

Atkins played in the 2012 Challenge Cup Final victory over Leeds at Wembley Stadium.

Atkins played in the 2012 Super League Grand Final defeat by Leeds at Old Trafford. Atkins played in the 2016 Challenge Cup Final defeat by Hull F.C. at Wembley Stadium. Atkins played in the 2016 Super League Grand Final defeat by Wigan at Old Trafford.

York City Knights On 15 September 2020, it was announced that Atkins would join York City Knights for the 2021 season.

On 13 November 2020 the RFL announced a three-month ban for Atkins for placing a bet on former club Wakefield Trinity. Atkins retired at the end of the 2021 season.

International career His impressive club form earned him a call-up and was named in the England training squad for the 2008 Rugby League World Cup.

Honours League Leaders' Shield: 2 2011, 2016

Challenge Cup: 2 2010, 2012