Ryan Carr views Jason Qareqare commitment as another step forward for Castleford Tigers

Having tied down Krystian Mapapalangi last month, the Tigers completed another significant piece of business this week by securing Qareqare on a new three-year contract.

The academy product had been the subject of interest from rival teams before committing his future to his boyhood club.

"It's a good indication of our culture and group at the moment, and the belief that's starting to build," said Carr. "We've got ways to go but we're definitely growing in a lot of areas, which is nice.

"We're really happy to get it done. Like I said each week, I was really confident it was going to happen and it was just a process we had to go through.

"He's played a lot of footy here at this club and has been here for a long time now. He's playing his best footy and you don't want to miss out on cashing in on him coming into the prime of his career.

"He knows the importance and value we have for him here and how much we love him."

Qareqare has scored 33 tries in 55 games for the Tigers since bursting onto the scene in 2021.

As far as Carr is concerned, one attribute sets the 22-year-old apart from other wingers.

"Speed is invaluable in the game," added the Castleford boss. "You can't coach speed.

"It's also his character. He's such a great bloke and is a really good personality in the group.

"He's got a good affiliation with the club. It's good on all levels."

Qareqare has crossed 11 times in 16 appearances this season, including hat-tricks against Bradford Bulls and St Helens.

His left-edge combination with Mapapalangi has become a key weapon for Castleford.

"They train well every week together," said Carr. "They've got some consistency now, which has been pleasing.

"Touch wood, we can keep that consistency going. That always helps. The best combinations on the edges are people who have usually played together for a long time."