Author: Doug Thomson
Obituary: Asuquo Ema – The popular prop who was a stalwart of Hull KR’s glory days
ASUQUO EMA (July 1963 – 3 July 2022) Asuquo ‘Zook’ Ema was a popular, strong and mobile prop who served Hull KR with distinction for…
Championship Focus: History and culture hold sway at Batley Bulldogs
It’s not unusual for coaches to tap into the history and heritage of their club as they try to motivate players. Matt Peet did exactly…
Huge Rugby League festival on the Tyne to usher in World Cup
One of the biggest-ever festivals of Rugby League will kick-start this year’s World Cup in style, with teams from across the country signing up to…
RFL to make decision following cancellation of League One match
The RFL’s compliance department will rule on Saturday’s cancelled London Skolars versus Keighley Cougars fixture. The plug was pulled the day before the match because…
Leeds Rhinos lifted by presence of Rob Burrow and his family at Magic Weekend
Leeds Rhinos coach Rohan Smith said being able to share a day with Rob Burrow and his family made the Magic Weekend win over Castleford…
Ian Watson signs big contract extension with Huddersfield Giants to dampen NRL talk
Huddersfield Giants coach Ian Watson has signed a three-year contract extension that will keep him at the club until the 2026 season. Watson, 45, joined…
Tom Johnstone sets Catalans Dragons goal ahead of move from Wakefield Trinity
Tom Johnstone is ready to enter the Catalans Dragons den. As widely predicted, the Wakefield Trinity and England winger, who has totted up the tries…
Riley Dean staying put as Daryl Powell project continues at Warrington Wolves
Warrington Wolves have retained up-and-coming halfback Riley Dean until at least 2024 as coach Daryl Powell continues his push to build a consistent – and…
Brett Hodgson sets Hull FC target with play-offs back in sight
Frustrated coach Brett Hodgson is trying to find a solution to Hull FC’s travel sickness as he aims to get his side’s faltering season back…
Lee Radford makes Ryan Hampshire vow after Castleford Tigers star’s latest blow
Coach Lee Radford says Castleford Tigers will “do right” by Ryan Hampshire after the fullback suffered a potentially season-ending knee injury. Scans have shown the…
