[1][2] Staniforth was involved in the Brumbies pre-season plans ahead of the 2014 Super Rugby season, however he was unable to win a contract with either then senior squad or the wider training group.

[1] His big break came ahead of the Brumbies clash with the Reds in Brisbane as injuries to both Sam Carter and Leon Power left head coach Stephen Larkham short on second-row options.

Surprisingly he found himself named in the starting line-up for the match at Suncorp Stadium which his side won 23–20.

He played the first 65 minutes of the game and put in a credible performance against two experienced Wallabies in the shape of James Horwill and Rob Simmons.

[4] Staniforth was part of the Australia Under 20 side which competed in the 2013 IRB Junior World Championship in France.