Thompson has been appointed by rugby Super League champions Leeds Rhinos as its retained marketing agency.

Thompson came through a five-way pitch and will be responsible for all advertising and communication for the rugby league club throughout next season, which starts with the season ticket launch in August.

Thompson marketing director, Thryth Jarvis, said: “Leeds Rhinos has such a huge loyal fan base; Leeds grinds to a stand still on a match day.  We hope to increase its already huge profile within Leeds and across the world.”

Leeds Rhinos are currently top of the table in this year’s Engage Super League and are the best supported club of either rugby code throughout Great Britain.