In 2002, Bibey featured more regularly in the first team, playing 26 games for Wigan during the season, including a substitute appearance in the 21–12 win against St Helens in the 2002 Challenge Cup final.
In 2002, Bibey became a more frequent member of the first team, participating in 26 games for Wigan throughout the season, including a substitute appearance in the 21–12 victory over St Helens in the 2002 Challenge Cup final.