Broncos locks in Harris-Tavita, teenage talent tipped as next Benji
Calvin Harris-Tavita, 2026 Peter Sterling Medal winner, signed a contract upgrade with Brisbane Broncos through at least end of 2028.
Brisbane Broncos prodigy Calvin Harris-Tavita has locked in his future at Red Hill. Harris-Tavita inked an upgraded deal that keeps him until at least the end of 2028.
The teenager won the Peter Sterling Medal this year. Harris-Tavita has drawn comparisons to Hall of Famer Benji Marshall for his step and attacking flair.
Harris-Tavita, younger brother of Warriors star Chanel, plays five-eighth or fullback. He will become eligible for NRL selection when he turns 18 in March next year.
From Christmas, he'll train full-time with the Broncos squad. He'll learn alongside halves coach Adam Reynolds and stars Ezra Mam and Ben Hunt.
Broncos Academy boss Simon Scanlan said the club recognised Harris-Tavita's hard work and commitment. He called his shift to full-time training an exciting next step.
- 2026 Peter Sterling Medal
- Award won
- End of 2028
- Contract end date
- March next year (turns 18)
- NRL eligibility
- Five-eighth or fullback
- Playing positions
Why it mattersThe Broncos are building for the future by securing young talent before rival clubs can recruit them, and this signals they believe Harris-Tavita can compete at NRL level soon.
AustraliaBrisbane fans will see whether the club's latest teenage prospect can live up to the Benji Marshall comparison when he makes his NRL debut next year.
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