York Knights full-back Toa Mata'afa has signed a new deal to remain with the newly promoted Super League club.

The 28-year-old joined the club for 2025, having spent two seasons in France with Baroudeur de Pia and later FC Lezignan.

He made 19 appearances for the Knights in 2025 and scored 12 tries, helping them win the 1895 Cup and reach the Championship Grand Final.

"I'm really excited to continue my journey with the York Knights and step up into the Super League," Mata'afa said.

"It's a great opportunity to keep developing and help the team build on the achievements this year."

Prior to his move to the northern hemisphere, Mata'afa played for North Sydney Bears in the NSW Cup.

"For me, he's a player whose ceiling limit could be anywhere. He's got a really cool head on him, some great leadership ability, great skill and athleticism," Knights head coach Mark Applegarth said.

"The best part about Toa is I think we've barely scratched the surface with him yet and I'm really looking forward to working with him again."