Kurt Capewell, a veteran second-rower, has officially been released by the Brisbane Broncos from the remainder of his playing contract. Capewell will now play for the New Zealand Warriors for three years.
Shortly after the Broncos announced they would be cutting Capewell, the Warriors confirmed the news on Thursday morning. After visiting the club’s facilities recently, Capewell was reportedly expected to join for weeks.
Kurt Capewell, a veteran second-rower, has officially been released by the Brisbane Broncos from the remainder of his playing contract. Capewell will now play for the New Zealand Warriors for three years.
Shortly after the Broncos announced they would be cutting Capewell, the Warriors confirmed the news on Thursday morning. After visiting the club’s facilities recently, Capewell was reportedly expected to join for weeks.
Although it was thought that the Broncos were considering their options regarding Capewell’s future, they have now decided to give him the release that terminates his playing contract.
Coach Kevin Walters confirmed the second-rower’s release in a club statement. “Capes has played an important role for us over the past couple of seasons, both on and off the field as we laid down the foundations to turn things around as a club,” Walters said.
“He is a terrific guy and a great asset to our team. Since joining us in 2021, he has had a significant impact on our club quickly.
Although it was thought that the Broncos were considering their options regarding Capewell’s future, they have now decided to give him the release that terminates his playing contract.
Coach Kevin Walters confirmed the second-rower’s release in a club statement. “Capes has played an important role for us over the past couple of seasons, both on and off the field as we laid down the foundations to turn things around as a club,” Walters said.
“He is a terrific guy and a great asset to our team. Since joining us in 2021, he has had a significant impact on our club quickly.
There aren’t many people who can speak poorly of Kurt.
“I’d like to thank Capes for all of his efforts at the club on behalf of the entire Broncos team, and we wish him well.”
Capewell’s transfer to the Warriors will keep him with the team through at least the end of the 2026 season. Andrew Webster, the club’s coach, stated that the move was crucial.
