Very few youngsters seem to make it in the rough and tumble world of the sport, but Itai is breaking down that barrier in style.

The 13-year-old Alwoodley lad plays rugby union for West Park Leeds. A keen player of rugby league for seven years, Ittai is also due to have a trial with Super League champions Leeds Rhinos.

The Manchester King David High School pupil is also a regular Zone member.

And during the holidays he takes part in all sorts of activities including basketball and other sports.

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