Jones-Buchanan proud of friend Sir Kev

Leeds Rhinos Chief Executive Jamie Jones-Buchanan spoke about his pride of his friend and former team mate Kevin Sinfield after the former Rhinos skipper was awarded a Knighthood in the King's Birthday honours.

He commented, "On behalf of everyone associated with Leeds Rhinos, I would like to send my whole hearted congratulations to Kevin on this thoroughly deserved award. I was fortunate to stand alongside Kevin for so many years in the heat of battle but also the quiet of a dressing room, in good times and tough moments. He was the cultural architect of a special generation of players in our game’s history, he embodies everything that is great about Rugby League; his humbleness, his determination, his authenticity.

"For him to become only our second every Knight in over 130 years, following in the footsteps of the legendary Sir Billy Boston only recently, says a great deal about how he has changed the landscape for our sport. He was a wonderful team mate, an inspiring captain but most importantly he remains a great friend and I am so proud today for him that he has been recognised by the nation in this way.”