Author: Doug Thomson
Wakefield Trinity firm up pre-season plans following Kevin Proctor move
WAKEFIELD TRINITY, who have sealed the signing of former New Zealand international forward Kevin Proctor on a one-year deal, will enjoy a Boxing Day work-out…
Cornwall hope new coach’s local knowledge will make him ideal Neil Kelly successor
CORNWALL chiefs says Mike Abbott’s local knowledge makes him the ideal coach to replace Neil Kelly and help Rugby League’s newest professional club to progress….
Former Tongan World Cup star confirms retirement
ANDREW FIFITA, one of the star players who helped the rise of Tonga to become potential World Cup winners, and the twin brother of departing…
St Helens set for Australia trip to revive World Club Challenge
ST HELENS are set to head Down Under in February as the World Club Challenge returns to the Rugby League calendar. Because of the knock-on…
Warrington Wolves close in on signing of Catalans Dragons star
WARRINGTON WOLVES are reportedly closing in on Catalans’ Australian star Josh Drinkwater as coach Daryl Powell seeks a Gareth Widdop replacement and the French club…
Former Huddersfield Giants star secures plum NRL move
FORMER Huddersfield halfback Jack Cogger has completed a plum move to Penrith Panthers. The 25-year-old, who left the Giants at the end of the season,…
Jake Clifford capture adds to Tony Smith’s anticipation for Hull FC start
NEW Hull FC coach Tony Smith has enjoyed playing the waiting game as he prepares for his first pre-season on the West side of the…
Wakefield Trinity keen on international forward as club eye further signings
WAKEFIELD TRINITY supporters are hoping to hear positive news on squad additions amid confirmation that the club are interested in offering controversial Kiwi Kevin Proctor a…
Forward Holmes cuts short Wolves stay
By DOUG THOMSON WARRINGTON have transferred Oliver Holmes to Super League newcomers Leigh as fans wonder whether the club’s vacant overseas quota spot will soon…
Smith’s Hull appointment just the job for Joe
By DOUG THOMSON HULL FC favourite Joe Lovodua believes Tony Smith’s style of rugby will suit him absolutely fine. The Fiji star, who is spending…