Hilder signs with Titans

Cronulla utility Matt Hilder has agreed to a one-year deal with the Gold Coast Titans to complete the fledgling NRL club's 25-man first grade roster.

Hilder's manager approached the Titans to begin negotiations. The 24-year-old made his first grade debut in March 2003 and has played 80 NRL games.

Gold Coast Titans Squad:
Forwards:
Daniel Conn (Bulldogs) James Stosic (Sharks), Mark Minichiello (Souths) Clint Amos (Cowboys) Michael Henderson (Dragons) Michael Hodgson (Raiders) Frank Puletua (Panthers) Luke Bailey (Dragons) Anthony Laffranchi (Tigers) Luke Swain (Panthers) Brad Meyers (Bradford) Nathan Friend (Storm) Luke O?Dwyer (Eels)

Backs:
Matt Hilder (Sharks) Lelea Paea (Roosters) Brett Delaney (Eels) Jake Webster (Melbourne Storm) Gavin Cooper (Cowboys) Steve Turner (Melbourne Storm) Preston Campbell (Panthers) Brian Carney (Newcastle) Matt Petersen (Eels) Scott Prince (Tigers) Richie Mathers (Rhinos) Josh Graham (Western Force)