Author: Ash Hope
The Pat Richards interview – I risked my career to play in a Grand Final
Pat Richards arrived at Wigan after having just written himself into the scriptures of NRL history, with his 2005 Grand Final try in West Tigers’…
The Michael Dobson interview – Relegating Hull KR was horrible
Every halfback who can pass a ball is later described as enigmatic, but Michael Dobson really came from a different mould as an organiser, who…
The Self-Isolation Chronicles: Workington Town
1. Chris Thorman and Fuifui Moimoi lived in the same flat block at Parramatta Eels. The unlikely duo linked up again when Thorman became head…
York fan sets up new club in Harrogate
Long-time York City Knights supporter Stuart Morris was just trawling the Total Rugby League forum when a light bulb moment happened. One that would eventually…
The Self-Isolation Chronicles: Newcastle Thunder
1. Misi Taulapapa signed for the club in 2009, but never played a game. Another top signing for the club in recent years, with Samoan…
The Self-Isolation Chronicles: Barrow Raiders
1. They have the same head coach in four separate spells. Former Barrow Raiders favourite Dave Clark first became head coach in 2007, taking over…
The Self-Isolation Chronicles: Keighley Cougars
1. They signed the American Gladiator winner for one game in the 1990s. Wesley ‘Two Scoops’ Berry rose to fame as the winner of the…
Meet Harry Brigham – the West Hull coach who has overcome the challenges posed by disability to fulfill his dreams
Harry Brigham isn’t your average Rugby League coach. He has had to overcome the odds of battling through Cerebral Palsy to coach at community club…
The Self-Isolation Chronicles: Rochdale Hornets
1. Matt Calland retired from playing aged 46. Only two years ago, Rochdale Hornets head coach Matt Calland was still turning out for Rochdale Mayfield…
Leeds youngster itching to return
Leeds Rhinos forward Muizz Mustapha is eager to repay the faith the club has shown in him once the season resumes. The England Academy international…