Author: Doug Thomson
Joey Manu hopes Kiwis can provide Rugby League breakthrough in New Zealand
Sydney Roosters star Joey Manu says a stellar showing by New Zealand at the World Cup could spark a breakthrough for Rugby League in the…
Theo Fages blow for France as Championship duo make World Cup squad
Championship sides Halifax Panthers, through halfback Louis Jouffret, and Featherstone Rovers, with forward Gadwin Springer, are represented in a France World Cup squad also featuring…
Brian McDermott departs Featherstone Rovers
Brian McDermott has resigned as Featherstone Rovers coach in the wake of the 32-28 Championship play-off semi-final defeat by Batley Bulldogs which ended hopes of…
Former London Broncos coach Jermaine Coleman unsure over return to club game
Jermaine Coleman says a return to the club game could hinge on his full-time job in education. As Jamaica’s lead coach in England, the 40-year-old…
Sam Luckley not fazed by front-row competition following Hull KR switch
Sam Luckley isn’t fazed by the fight he faces to become a regular in Hull KR’s front row. The 26-year-old Scotland international has agreed to…
Betfred Championship news round-up
WORKINGTON TOWN, fresh from appointing Anthony Murray as their new coach in succession to Chris Thorman, could enjoy a welcome cash injection – thanks to…
Championship Focus: Adrian Lam hopes ‘best is yet to come’ for Leigh Centurions ahead of play-offs
It’s been some season for Leigh Centurions – so far. Records seem to have arrived as regularly as Krisnan Inu goals in recent weeks. The…
Castleford Tigers youngster targets 2025 World Cup trip with Nigeria
This year’s World Cup is looming – but Castleford Tigers are already thinking about the 2025 competition in France. That’s after their Academy winger Abdullah…
Warrington Wolves play waiting game on Gil Dudson following suspension
Warrington Wolves could be without new front-row arrival Gil Dudson at the start of next season. The much-travelled 32-year-old has been given a three-match ban…
London Broncos duo join NRL stars in Greece squad for World Cup
London Broncos duo Rob Tuliatu and Adam Vrahnos are among a Greece World Cup squad headlined by South Sydney Rabbitohs pair Lachlan Ilias and Peter…