Widnes Vikings Fans Can Expect Thrilling Performances From Their Latest Addition.
In an exciting development for both player and club, Wigan Warriors rising star Reagan Sumner has officially signed
a permanent contract with Widnes Vikings, following a successful loan spell last season. The 20-year-old winger has
committed to a one-year deal for 2025, marking a significant step in his burgeoning career.
A Promising Journey.
Reagan Sumner, who did not make his first-team debut with Wigan, has spent the last two seasons gaining
invaluable experience across various clubs in the Championship and League 1. His loan stints with York Knights,
Workington Town, Barrow Raiders, and most recently, Widnes Vikings, have prepared him for this next chapter.
Notably, he made a memorable impact during his loan at Widnes in 2024, scoring on his debut against Wakefield
Trinity.
Expressing his enthusiasm for the move, Sumner said, “I’m over the moon to be a Widnes player in 2025. I think it’s
the next step for me to play against bigger bodies and challenge myself in the Championship.” His excitement reflects
a strong desire to contribute to Widnes’ ambitions after the club made the play-offs last year.
Aiming for Higher Goals.
Sumner is eager to build on the team’s success from the previous season. “What excited me the most was the
direction the club is heading in. We’ve set the standard now, and I can’t wait to get back in with the lads again,” he
stated. His goal for the upcoming season is clear: to improve upon last year’s performance and strive for a top-three
finish.
Widnes Vikings’ recent playoff run has set a high benchmark, and Sumner’s addition is seen as a pivotal move to
bolster the team’s aspirations for the 2025 season.
Coaching Confidence.
Allan Coleman, head coach of Widnes Vikings, shared his enthusiasm about Sumner’s permanent signing. “It was
great to get Reagan Sumner over the line. He’s been at Wigan in that full-time setup and he is an exciting young
talent,” Coleman remarked. The coach noted that Sumner’s skill set makes him a perfect fit to complement the
team’s first-choice wingers, Ryan Ince and Mike Butt, adding healthy competition for positions in the backline.
Building on Experience.
As a former Wigan St Judes junior and having played in Wigan’s defeat to St Helens in the 2024 Reserves Grand
Final, Sumner’s background adds depth to his profile as a player. His experience in various competitive
environments will be instrumental as he adapts to the rigors of Championship rugby.
With Sumner now officially part of the Widnes setup, both he and the club are poised for an exciting season ahead.
Fans will be watching closely as he embarks on this new journey, with high hopes for his contributions to the Vikings’
ambitions in 2025. As Sumner looks to challenge himself and elevate his game, Widnes Vikings fans can expect
thrilling performances from their latest addition.
