Leeds born Balmforth is on loan at York for 2026 from Hull FC.

He's highly rated by his parent club, making his Super League debut in April 2022 and going on to make 30 appearances for them.

He impressed on loan at Catalans Dragons last year, scoring three times in ten appearances before returning to the MKM Stadium for the end of the season.

Balmforth has also earned his first cap for Wales, featuring against Ireland in October 2025.