Author: Doug Thomson
Wigan Warriors complete pre-season schedule amid ongoing John Bateman transfer talk
WIGAN WARRIORS have confirmed another pre-season jaunt to Cumbria and a home meeting with Salford for hooker Sam Powell’s testimonial as speculation over John Bateman’s…
Leigh Leopards make kit change following fan complaints
LEIGH supporters’ complaints over a radical alteration to the club’s kit as well as name have borne fruit following a rethink and a return to…
St Helens secure new dual-registration agreement with Championship club
ST HELENS coach Paul Wellens believes his club’s new dual-registration agreement with Swinton will benefit both clubs. The defending champions were previously partnered with Leigh,…
Leeds Rhinos close in on new signing to complete overseas quota
LEEDS RHINOS coach Rohan Smith is said to be closing in on a reunion with Papua New Guinea star Nene Macdonald. Club chief executive Gary…
Salford Red Devils delighted with latest back-row boost to squad
ELLIS LONGSTAFF is eager to make a success of his loan switch to Salford as he plots a future away from Warrington. The Yorkshire-born second…
Hull KR to continue pioneering role in development system
HULL KR will continue with a pioneering project to help ensure the wellbeing of youngsters coming through their development system. Rovers last year became the…
Paul Wellens driven by fresh incentive for St Helens success in World Club Challenge
PAUL WELLENS’ first official game in charge of St Helens will be against NRL champions Penrith Panthers in Australia – and he can’t wait. The…
Ex-Hull FC boss Brett Hodgson keen on World Cup success after landing plum rugby union role
FORMER Hull FC coach Brett Hodgson wants to play his part in World Cup success after swapping codes to become England’s new defence specialist. The…
Championship and League One fixtures released along with TV picks
TOULOUSE OLYMPIQUE will start life back in the Championship with a trip to Barrow Raiders. The meeting at the Matt Johnson Prestige Stadium (Craven Park)…
John Bateman coy on future with Wigan Warriors amid NRL links
RUMOURS linking Wigan’s John Bateman with a return to the NRL are gathering pace – and the star second rower has done little to allay…
