The Tigers will be hoping to emmulate their solid 2009 season with another play-off finish.

Finishing rock bottom in 2008, Terry Matterson had his side much improved last year with Ryan McGoldrick, Rangi Chase and Joe Westerman putting in consistantly strong performances.

The only worry for Cas fans this year is the lack of imports at the club. The club have been rather quiet on the transfer front. This time last year, the Jungle was a new home to ten faces whereas this season only two players have made the move.

Perhaps their biggest signing is one player already at the club. Scrum half Chase has signed a new three year deal, a deal which has been greeted with delight by the Castleford fans.

Even though they finished in seventh place, Castleford had the worst points difference in the top ten so a much improved defence is needed in 2010 if they are to progress.

Despite the lack of transfer activity, the Tigers' off-season was eventful. Whilst at a training camp, Matterson caught his wedding ring on a fence subsequently losing his finger!

The Australian coach will be hoping for a not as dramatic season though as he looks to steer his side away from complacency.

Star man: Rangi Chase. The superb Kiwi was dazzling last year and is a firm fans' favourite at the Jungle. At only 23, the best is yet to come for this electric half-back.

Last Tackle prediction: 11th

In:
Steve Snitch - Wakefield Trinity Wildcats
Paul Jackson - Huddersfield Giants

Out:
Sione Faumuina - released
James Ford - Widnes Vikings
Chris Feather Villeneuve
Ryan Boyle - Salford City Reds