Early Life
Tomkins was born in Warrington. He is a former St. John Fisher player, he played in Wigan's Academy U18s in 2003. He was selected for the 2004 Academy Origin Series. Joel was one of the most highly rated talents in the Wigan Warriors Academy.
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