The Rhinos have reached all 5 Wheelchair Grand Finals however had misplaced the previous two, together with a defeat by two-time champions Halifax in 2022, and, for some time, historical past appeared to be repeating itself.
Collins put Leeds forward inside a minute however the Panthers responded strongly as a double from Hawkins, the league’s Younger Participant of the 12 months, and a attempt from Joseph Calcott gave them a 16-4 lead.
Jeremy Bourson scorched away from inside his personal half to revive Halifax’s two-score lead after England captain Tom Halliwell had reduce the deficit, however Collins’ second attempt saved Leeds in contact on the break.
Two gorgeous Collins offloads despatched in former Halifax participant Nathan Mulhall and Wheels of Metal award winner Butler as Leeds regained the lead for the primary time because the seventh minute.
Halifax’s Hawkins accomplished his hat-trick with a brilliant end and added the conversion to stage.
However Leeds bossed the second half and three tries in 5 minutes from Jodie Boyd-Ward, Butler and Halliwell despatched them 18 factors clear.
A second rating from France worldwide Bourson briefly raised Halifax hopes, however Butler accomplished his hat-trick to make sure Leeds turned the primary staff to finish an unbeaten marketing campaign with an ideal 10 wins.
