Tom Curtis

Born on 1 July 2001, Tom Curtis is a playmaker who has progressed through the ranks at Sale Sharks. A composed presence in the backline, his strengths lie in game management, a tidy kicking game and clean distribution that helps bring those around him into play. Curtis came through the club's academy pathway and has worked to add senior Gallagher Premiership experience to his development, providing the Sharks with a dependable option to control tempo and steer an attack. Decision-making and territory management are central to his role, and he offers the side a structured, level-headed hand when called upon to direct play. As one of the younger backs competing for minutes at the AJ Bell Stadium, Curtis continues to build his game in a demanding environment, balancing the patience required of a developing player with the readiness to take his chance when selected. His ceiling will be defined by how consistently he can translate his control and composure into senior performances over the seasons ahead.