Crossland was born in Wellington, New Zealand, and moved to Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia with his family as a child.

[9] Crossland made nine appearances for Newcastle in the 2021 NRL season as the club reached the finals for a second consecutive year.

[10] Crossland made a total of 19 appearances for Newcastle in the 2022 NRL season scoring one try as the club finished 14th on the table.

[11] Crossland played a total of 25 games for Newcastle in the 2023 NRL season as the club finished 5th on the table.

[12] Crossland played every game for Newcastle in the 2024 NRL season as the club finished 8th and qualified for the finals.