Jimmy Keinhorst excited for future as he discusses utility role and Tony Smith influence

Jimmy Keinhorst has spoken for the first time since signing his new deal at Hull KR. last week. The utility man penned a one-year extension with the Robins and has been on media duties ahead of Sunday's clash with Salford Red Devils.

The 31-year old has become a key figure in the Rovers side, with his versatility and consistency seeing him feature heavily so far in 2022, and the German international was delighted to extend his stay in East Hull.

"I'm pleased to extend my stay at Hull KR," said Keinhorst. "It's been an enjoyable past few years, and we want to keep building. I'm enjoying it a lot and am glad to have sorted my future out so early.

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"The morale is excellent within camp, and we want to work hard for each other. Even though the recent weeks have been poor, we can get through this period together. A few people have signed on again already, which shows we are happy to be at the club and improve Hull KR. So it is looking good, and us lads contracted for next year can concentrate on just rugby now."

After signing in 2019, Keinhorst has had a mixed bag of fortunes during his time with the Robins, and he reflected on the rollercoaster of emotions he has been through over the past few years.

"My time at the club has been a seesaw of emotions. In 2019 I featured heavily, but then things went static during the pandemic. So I wasn't getting a look in with the first team.

"I've come back into the fold recently, but you cannot rest on your laurels, things change quickly, and I took my chance. As long as I'm doing my job, it'll keep me going. It's strange because I don't have a consistent role, but I'm embracing that, especially at this