More than 1,500 men have played for Leeds since the first game in 1890, but only 37 are included in the club’s Hall of Fame. The latest addition is two-time Challenge Cup winner Roy Dickinson, who was inducted ahead of his upcoming emigration to Australia. He joins the likes of Danny McGuire and Kylie Leuluai following their inclusion in May.
To be eligible, individuals must have played a minimum of 150 first team games for Leeds, achieved representative honours during their playing career at the club, made an outstanding contribution to the sport and been retired for a minimum of five years, though that could be reduced under exceptional circumstances. Here’s the full list.
1. Leeds Rhinos Hall of Fame
Here's a full list of the 36 players so far inducted into Leeds Rhinos' most exclusive club. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
2. Keith McLellan (played for Leeds from 1951-58)
A magnificent captain on the 1957 Challenge Cup-winning run and a try scorer as Leeds beat the Australian tourists in 1956. Photo: James Hardisty
3. Lewis Jones (1952-64)
A former Wales and British Lions international in rugby union, Jones is Leeds' second-highest points and goals scorer and his 496 points in 1956-7 is still a club record. Photo: YPN
4. John Holmes (1969-90)
Leeds' greatest appearance maker, played for them in four decades, World Cup winner and featured in 19 finals for his club. Currently the only former player honoured with a statue at AMT Headingley. Photo: Steve Riding
5. David Ward (1971-86)
Inspirational captain and dynamic hooker who spent more than 20 years at the club as player and coach, appeared in 14 finals and was inaugural Man of Steel in 1977. Photo: Peter Smith
6. Joe Thompson (1923-33)
The first forward to be selected on three Lions tours, a prolific goal kicker, the first Leeds player to hold two challenge cup winner’s medals - and even helped build Headingley's previous South Stand. Photo: Leeds Rhinos Heritage Committee