Author: Doug Thomson
Locations of League: Belfast
Our journey around the villages, towns, cities and regions that have rugby league running through their veins heads across the Irish Sea. GEORGE BEST, Alex…
Odsal improvement on Bradford Bulls agenda after promotion
BRADFORD BULLS chief executive Jason Hirst insists there will be nothing half-hearted about the resurgent club’s return to Super League. The 56-year-old who took the…
Batley Bulldogs looking for youth in recruitment
BATLEY BULLDOGS coach James Ford is deep into recruitment for next season – and aiming to inject plenty of pace into a squad which will…
James Saltonstall explains Halifax Panthers retirement
HALIFAX PANTHERS could include a testimonial match for retiring winger James Saltonstall as part of their pre-season schedule. The Italy international has a testimonial dinner…
Obituary: Mick Harrison – A stalwart for both Hull and Leeds
MICK HARRISON (19 September, 1946 – 6 October, 2025) MICK HARRISON was an old-school prop who proved popular with supporters of his two clubs Hull…
Busy Bradford Bulls bring in new halfback
ROWAN MILNES is back at Bradford Bulls in the club’s first signing since their presence in next season’s Super League was confirmed. The Bulls Academy-produced…
Sheffield Eagles coach brings in second player from former club Castleford Tigers
SHEFFIELD EAGLES coach Craig Lingard has gone back to his former club Castleford Tigers to make another recruit in seasoned forward George Griffin. The 33-year-old…
Widnes Vikings coach secures long-time target
WIDNES VIKINGS coach Allan Coleman has finally completed his mission to get centre Kieran Taylor to the club from North Wales Crusaders. The 25-year-old, who…
York Knights snap up Leeds Rhinos-produced prospect
YORK KNIGHTS have signed highly-rated winger Jack Smith, who was out of contract at Leeds Rhinos, as they continue to reshape their squad ahead of…
New signing Josh Hodson at centre of Sheffield Eagles’ plans
SHEFFIELD EAGLES coach Craig Lingard has been reunited with Josh Hodson after signing the centre on a two-year contract. He worked with the 25-year-old when…