Gold Coast half Ash Taylor (pictured)  has been rewarded for his excellent first season at the Titans with a one year contract extension.

Taylor arrived at the Titans as part of the complicated deal that saw James Roberts move to the Broncos and he was announced on Monday evening as the Titans Rookie of the Year.

After  a breakout year in the NRL, Taylor says the lessons he’s learnt about professionalism and preparation have been vital in his excellent 2016 season.