[5] Crook signed for Whitehaven in October 2016 after captaining Rochdale to winning automatic promotion to the Championship with a 22-24 victory in the Grand Final against Toulouse in September 2016.

He also went on to Edge Hill University, earning a sports and exercise science degree and has since become a qualified teacher of physical education.

Crook made his Super League début for Widnes in 2005 against London Broncos after progressing through the academy ranks at St. Helens.

Since leaving Widnes in 2007, Crook has had spells at Doncaster and Swinton Lions before signing for Rochdale Hornets in 2010.

Crook became a firm fans favourite over the next 7 seasons earning him the nickname 'The Ginger General' from the Rochdale Hornets supporters.