Bayleigh Bentley-Hape (born 8 March 2000) is a New Zealand professional rugby league footballer who plays as a er or for the South Sydney Rabbitohs in the National Rugby League.
BentleyâÂÂHape was born in Kawakawa, New Zealand and played junior rugby league for the Moerewa Tigers. He was signed by the Sydney Roosters as a youth and progressed through their Harold Matthews, SG Ball, and Jersey Flegg systems between 2016 and 2021. After returning to New Zealand due to COVID-19 disruptions, he joined the Rabbitohs, debuting in the NSW Cup in mid-2023.
BentleyâÂÂHape featured in 2 NSW Cup matches in 2023, then became a regular in 2024 with 20 appearances, scoring 5 tries. In early 2025, he played 2 NSW Cup matches, scoring twice and successfully kicking goals.
BentleyâÂÂHape made his first grade debut in roundà2 of the 2025 NRL season on 15àMarch, playing on the wing in South Sydney's 25âÂÂ24 victory over St. George Illawarra. He ran for 91â¯metres on 13 carries. He has made six appearances for South Sydney in 2025, scoring one try.