Canberra Raiders star Sebastian Kris has committed long-term to the Green Machine, signing a new contract that will see him remain with the club until the end of 2027.
Kris, 24, has continued his strong form in 2023 after shifting from centre to fullback, where he has played 15 matches and has been a mainstay of the Raiders backline.
Kris said staying in Canberra long-term was always what he wanted to do, and he looked forward to continuing his career in green.
“I’m very happy I’m staying here in Canberra and there’s nowhere else I’d rather be,” Kris said. “I’ve come through the lower grades here when I was 14 and 15 and I don’t see myself anywhere else. I’m very proud of what I’ve achieved so far and I’m looking forward to improving and getting better as a player.”
Since making his debut in 2019 Kris has played 59 matches for the Raiders scoring 29 tries, while playing several positions including wing, centre, and fullback.
He said he enjoys having versatility in his game and would play wherever the team needed him.
“I’ve always put my hand up to do whatever is best for the team and it’s found me in a few new positions, but I don’t mind that at all,” he said. “I’m just happy being part of the team each week and playing in the NRL.”
Raiders CEO Don Furner said the re-signing of Kris was another example of the club’s strong development program and his form had seen him earn an extension with the club.
“Sebastian is another player within our squad who has progressed through our junior development program and has worked his way into the NRL squad, which continues to show the pathway from junior grades to the NRL at the club,” Furner said.
“Sebastian’s form over the past two seasons has shown us he’s an NRL quality player and we’re looking forward to watching his continued progression over the next four years.”
