Career
Born in Halifax, Barlow represented England at academy level, and in 2007 he signed a two-year contract with Huddersfield following a trial at the club He left the club without ever making a first team appearance, and joined Sheffield Eagles. After he was released by Sheffield in July 2010, he signed for Halifax.
In September 2010, Sheffield threatened legal action against Barlow and Halifax due to a breach of contract.
The clubs later agreed an out-of-court settlement. Barlow is a Scotland international, having made his debut in 2010.
He was named in their squad for the 2013 Rugby League World Cup.