Author: Doug Thomson
Time Machine: How Sheffield Eagles were formed 40 years ago
This September, Sheffield Eagles will celebrate the fortieth anniversary as a rugby league club. They’ve had ups and downs in that time, but they are…
Marc Sneyd on his kicking approach as Salford Red Devils star nears more landmarks
THERE’S no such thing as too much pressure for Salford’s Marc Sneyd as the goalkicker supreme moves closer to the four-figure milestone in Super League…
The London Broncos coach who enjoyed an unbeaten season now trying to avoid a winless one
JORDIE HEDGES is aiming to use the lessons learned during a 100 percent league campaign with Keighley to help battling London avoid going through an…
Whitehaven stalwart sets Championship goal for testimonial season
PROUD skipper James Newton says leading Whitehaven back to the Championship play-offs would be the perfect accompaniment to the award of a testimonial. The 32-year-old…
Locations of League: Blackpool
Our journey around the villages, towns and cities that have rugby league running through their veins reaches the north-west coast. THERE’S no denying rugby league…
Wakefield Trinity set for Belle Vue return after stadium issues fixed
AMBITIOUS Wakefield are homeward bound after announcing the water-supply issues at their redeveloped DIY Kitchens Stadium, which forced them to switch two fixtures to the…
Craig Lingard backed to add to Super League win tally at Castleford Tigers
CRAIG LINGARD has the right credentials to build on his first Super League win as a head coach and steer Castleford up the table, according…
Obituary: Keith Barnes – The South Wales boy who became a New South Wales legend
KEITH BARNES (October 30, 1934 – April 8, 2024) KEITH BARNES emerged from the rugby union stronghold of South Wales to become a Rugby League…
Frustration mounts at condition of The Shay as Halifax Panthers’ co-tenants move games away
HALIFAX PANTHERS’ co-tenants at The Shay, FC Halifax Town, are playing key ‘home’ fixtures more than 20 miles away – leading to questions over landlords…
Ash Handley on injury issue and Leeds Rhinos’ prospects ahead of Huddersfield Giants clash
ASH HANDLEY might be watching from the sidelines for the time being – but he’s backing his team-mates to get Leeds’ season back on track,…
