Introduction
Jobe Murphy (born 16 October 1992 in Huddersfield, England) is an Irish rugby league footballer who plays for Dewsbury Rams. He primarily plays second-row, and previously played for Bradford Bulls in the Super League.
Bradford Bulls
2012 - 2012 Season
Murphy featured on the bench in the pre-season games against Castleford Tigers and Dewsbury Rams. He was promoted to a starting second row spot in the friendly against Keighley Cougars.
2013 - 2013 Season
Murphy featured in the two pre-season friendlies against Dewsbury Rams and Leeds Rhinos.
He made his debut in Round 3 (Castleford Tigers). He featured in three consecutive games from Round 6 (Widnes Vikings) to Round 8 (Catalans Dragons). He was released at the end of the season.
Dewsbury Rams
Murphy was dual registered with Dewsbury Rams for the 2013 season. He featured against Whitehaven, Halifax, Sheffield Eagles and Swinton Lions.
At the end of the 2014 season, Jobe played for Ireland in the 2014 European Cup tournament.
In early pre-season 2015, Jobe failed to show up to trainings and therefore had his contract terminated by head coach Glenn Morrison. It was found out he 'privately' quit rugby league due to increased work commitments.
Statistics
| Season | Appearances | Tries | Goals | F/G | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Bradford Bulls | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 Dewsbury Rams | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 Dewsbury Rams | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |