Wakefield Trinity new boy Tyson Smoothy not looking back after unexpected twist
Tyson Smoothy insists his move to Wakefield Trinity is about opportunity rather than 'what might have been' after leaving NRL champions Brisbane Broncos behind.
The Australian agreed to join Trinity in early 2025 and featured just twice for Brisbane in the first half of the campaign.
However, Smoothy finished his time at the Broncos as a Grand Final winner after establishing himself as a regular under Michael Maguire at the business end.
The 26-year-old's excitement for his new challenge in Super League remains undiminished despite the unexpected twist.
"There are definitely no regrets," said Smoothy. "You can't think like that.
"It's a great opportunity. I had an inconsistent year so I'm hoping next year can be more consistent with more game time.
"Hopefully I can play my best footy. I don't think I played my best footy last year. There were a few alright games at the back end but I still think I can play better."
Smoothy returned to the fold to help the Broncos secure a top-four finish before delivering vital contributions in a dramatic run to Grand Final glory.
Brisbane's remarkable success has given the hooker the belief that anything is possible as he begins his Super League journey.
"It made it hard to leave but you wouldn't want to do it any other way," he added. "To have that success was a great feeling and something you dream of as a kid.
"I'm grateful I got to experience that. It's not sunk in yet but I'm sure it will when I look back in a few years.
"I'd love to do it all again. No matter which competition you're playing in, achieving something like that is special. I believe we can do it."
Smoothy joins a club on the rise following two years of impressive progress under owner Matt Ellis and head coach Daryl Powell.
The Queenslander is an important signing in Wakefield's quest to reach the next level – and it is a move he believes will benefit him just as much as the club.
"Powelly talked about how good the group was but it was more about the opportunity itself and the security that comes with it," he said.
"That's a big one when you've got a little family. I've got the opportunity to play some consistent footy as well.
"I've already got a sense of how much this community cares about the team and gets behind it.
"I've only heard good things about the crowd and am looking forward to experiencing it myself."