Cunningham extends Saints career
Keiron Cunningham signs one-year contract with St Helens
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By inthenews.co.uk staff.
St Helens captain Keiron Cunningham has agreed a new deal with the club to extend his career by one more year.
The veteran - who turns 33 next month - has been with Saints since his professional debut in 1993 and was rumoured to be considering retirement at the end of the year.
However, he has now confirmed his intention to see out the 2010 Super League season with his only club at which point he has said he will retire from the game.
"I'm feeling mentally and physically strong enough to play at the peak of my game for St Helens for another season," he explained.
"I'll then be looking to retire from playing but aim for it to be at the very top both for me and for the club."
Saints chairman Eamonn McManus added: "This is a great boost for us. Keiron's experience will be critical for us next season.
"He is already one of the all-time greats of the club and of the game and is key to the continuance of our success as a new generation of Saints players come through the ranks."
Head coach Mick Potter described Cunningham as "a priceless commodity" and said he is pleased to have his experience to call upon next year.
"He's a privilege and a pleasure to work with as the club captain and it's a big lift for us with the play-offs coming up that he's committed for another year."