Squad No: 9
Date of birth: 04/04/79
Height: 1.80m
Weight: 98kg
Contract expires: November 2008
Physical hooker with an infectious competitive spirit, Clarke's versatility saw him switch between dummy half and back row with great success last season. Generally used as the Wolves' starting number 9, he hits big in the early part of the game and is a strong defender from marker. He was Super League's most effective tackler in 2004 with a 99 per cent success rate, and was fourth highest tackler in the competition in 2005. Represented Great Britain Academy while coming through junior ranks at Wigan, he played in their 1997 Premiership Final winning side against St Helens. Followed his ex-Wigan coach John Monie to London Broncos in 2000, but returned north during the 2001 season when the Wolves were forced to sign a hooker on loan to solve an injury crisis. Made an instant impact with some courageous performances against top sides to earn a permanent deal at the club, and has grown into a stalwart of Paul Cullen's Wolves.
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