Author: Doug Thomson
Wakefield Trinity lose another prop to long-term injury blow
WAKEFIELD TRINITY expect to be without versatile Kiwi forward Renouf Atoni until August because of a calf problem. It was sustained during the 24-20 golden-point…
Sheffield Eagles looking to kick-start season after disappointing start
SHEFFIELD EAGLES hooker Reiss Butterworth says Craig Lingard’s side are ready to kick-start a season which has so far brought only two victories in seven…
Hunslet anticipate end to injury issues as they seek to back up first win
HUNSLET coach Dean Muir hopes to have a number of experienced players pushing for a return to action by the time his team takes on…
Batley Bulldogs hope for key injury returnee
BATLEY BULLDOGS hope experienced second rower Lucas Walshaw will return after a knee injury to face Barrow at home on Sunday. The former Wakefield, Bradford…
Chief executive bangs the drum for Halifax Panthers fans
HALIFAX PANTHERS chief executive Damien Clayton wants fans to help beat out the message that the West Yorkshire club means business this season. Kyle Eastmond’s…
Mike Eccles’ pledge amid London Broncos’ struggles
LONDON BRONCOS coach Mike Eccles is hoping to have more selection options for successive home games against York and Sheffield. The Knights visit the Cherry…
Paul Cooke: Featherstone Rovers have something to build on
FEATHERSTONE ROVERS coach Paul Cooke has told his players to make a first league win under his command, 24-22 at home to his former club…
Mark Applegarth plots York Knights bounce-back spell
YORK KNIGHTS coach Mark Applegarth wants his side to use their defeat at Featherstone as a wake-up call as they approach a key block of…
Allan Coleman hits out at ‘over-the-top’ criticism of Widnes Vikings players
WIDNES VIKINGS coach Allan Coleman says he reviewed some of his own methods in the wake of disappointing displays in two matches running – but…
Widnes Vikings line up Australian forward
WIDNES VIKINGS have signed versatile Australian forward Morgan McWhirter following the departure of former Super League player Ryan Lannon, who has joined Championship rivals Oldham….