Author: Doug Thomson
Paul Rowley expects ‘big contribution’ from Alex Gerrard after new Salford Red Devils deal
Salford Red Devils coach Paul Rowley reckons Alex Gerrard has a big contribution to make over the next two-and-a-half years. The prop, who was signed…
Betfred Championship news round-up
BARROW RAIDERS skipper Jarrad Stack says there are plenty of positives to take as the Cumbrian club head into the second half of their first…
Obituary: Les Dyl – The Leeds stalwart who was so often the centre of attention
LES DYL (December 1, 1952 – May 21, 2022) Les Dyl was a classy centre whose flair and flamboyance made him a big hit with…
Now O’Connor agrees Leeds contract extension
LEEDS have agreed a three-year contract extension with highly-rated forward Jarrod O’Connor – a day after announcing young hooker Corey Johnson will be staying at…
Championship Focus: The huge table-topping League One clash in prospect this weekend
From Colwyn Bay to Cornwall and Workington to West Yorkshire, there’s plenty of interest in Rugby League’s lower two tiers over the long Bank Holiday…
Is Huddersfield Giants’ Lance Todd Trophy winner Chris McQueen knocking on England’s door?
Huddersfield Giants’ Chris McQueen followed in the footsteps of Castleford’s Niall Evalds last season by becoming a Lance Todd Trophy winner as a beaten Challenge…
Wigan Warriors hero Liam Marshall reflects on Challenge Cup triumph and match-winning try
Liam Marshall reflected on the late try that brought the Challenge Cup to Wigan for the first time since 2013 and said: “We don’t make…
Heartbroken Huddersfield Giants refuse to point fingers for Challenge Cup final defeat
Chris McQueen has sprung to Huddersfield team-mate Tui Lolohea’s defence as the Giants prepare for Friday’s tough-looking trip to Catalans Dragons. The Yorkshire side are…
Wakefield Trinity fans to have chance to claim Belle Vue memento when redevelopment begins
Fans will have the chance to buy a piece of Rugby League history as the demolition team gets to work on Wakefield Trinity’s stand in…
Castleford Tigers star Jason Qareqare among Super League stars named in Fiji squad
Castleford Tigers’ bright teenage prospect Jason Qareqare has been named in the initial Fiji squad for this year’s World Cup. The 18-year-old winger, who burst…