Author: Doug Thomson
Ex-Lions rugby union star bids to grow Rugby League in Wales through new role
WALES Rugby League have made former Wales and British and Irish Lions rugby union star Richard Hibbard their new chief executive and they are confident…
Eddie Battye explains Sheffield Eagles’ stunning Championship form as biggest tests await
SHEFFIELD EAGLES prop Eddie Battye believes the month of May will provide a realistic gauge of where Mark Aston’s side “are at”. Battye’s former club…
Bradford Bulls relishing chance of a first trip to new Wembley
BRADFORD chief executive Jason Hirst says he’s looking forward to seeing Eamon O’Carroll’s side “have another crack” at Wakefield in the 1985 Cup semi-finals after…
Time Machine: How Sheffield Eagles were formed 40 years ago
This September, Sheffield Eagles will celebrate the fortieth anniversary as a rugby league club. They’ve had ups and downs in that time, but they are…
Marc Sneyd on his kicking approach as Salford Red Devils star nears more landmarks
THERE’S no such thing as too much pressure for Salford’s Marc Sneyd as the goalkicker supreme moves closer to the four-figure milestone in Super League…
The London Broncos coach who enjoyed an unbeaten season now trying to avoid a winless one
JORDIE HEDGES is aiming to use the lessons learned during a 100 percent league campaign with Keighley to help battling London avoid going through an…
Whitehaven stalwart sets Championship goal for testimonial season
PROUD skipper James Newton says leading Whitehaven back to the Championship play-offs would be the perfect accompaniment to the award of a testimonial. The 32-year-old…
Locations of League: Blackpool
Our journey around the villages, towns and cities that have rugby league running through their veins reaches the north-west coast. THERE’S no denying rugby league…
Wakefield Trinity set for Belle Vue return after stadium issues fixed
AMBITIOUS Wakefield are homeward bound after announcing the water-supply issues at their redeveloped DIY Kitchens Stadium, which forced them to switch two fixtures to the…
Craig Lingard backed to add to Super League win tally at Castleford Tigers
CRAIG LINGARD has the right credentials to build on his first Super League win as a head coach and steer Castleford up the table, according…