George Whitby (born 17 May 2006) is a professional rugby league footballer who plays as a for St Helens in the Super League.
Background Whitby played his junior rugby league for Blackbrook Royals.
Club career St Helens In round 23 of the 2024 Super League season, Whitby made his club debut for St Helens in their 42-6 loss against Hull Kingston Rovers scoring Saints only try. On 6 February 2025, Whitby signed a four-year deal with St Helens keeping him at the club until the end of 2028. In round 11 of the 2025 Super League season, Whitby scored a hat-trick and kicked six goals in St Helens 40-0 victory over Catalans Dragons. On 13 August 2026, it was announced that Whitby would miss the remainder of the 2026 Super League season with an ACL injury.
Salford RLFC (loan) On 21 May 2026 it was reported that he had signed for Salford RLFC in the RFL Championship on short-term loan
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