Author: Doug Thomson
Adam Clune keen to live up to high hopes at Huddersfield Giants
HUDDERSFIELD have high hopes of their new scrum-half Adam Clune – and the Aussie incomer is keen to live up to them. The 28-year-old is…
Why Adrian Lam signed Matt Moylan to take Leigh Leopards ‘to the next level’
REJUVENATED coach Adrian Lam is ready to make his third pre-season at Leigh the most effective yet as he prepares to prove the doubters wrong…
Hull FC hooker Denive Balmforth’s unique off-season sporting pursuit
YOUNG Hull FC hooker Denive Balmforth hopes an intensive spell of martial arts work-outs will help him get to grips with Super League. For after…
Mike Eccles eager to tackle London Broncos’ ‘huge challenge’ in Super League
LONDON BRONCOS coach Mike Eccles is glad to be getting stuck into pre-season as the promoted club continues to be linked with Australian forward Karl…
Wigan Warriors and Athletic coaches come together in sign of improved relationship
ACADEMY coaching counterparts came together in the latest example of the improved relationship between Wigan and the town’s football club. The Warriors and Wigan Athletic,…
Ex-Super League Man of Steel Danny Brough takes rugby union coaching role
FORMER Super League Man of Steel Danny Brough has moved into coaching – at Huddersfield Rugby Union Club. The 40-year-old former Scotland international and Huddersfield…
Salford Red Devils optimistic on stadium resolution as long-term future uncertain
SALFORD could start the new Super League season still seeking clarity on their long-term future at their current ground. But the Red Devils remain hopeful…
Sam Burgess already making presence felt at Warrington Wolves says dual-reg partner
ALLAN COLEMAN says he’s already witnessed the impact new coach Sam Burgess could have at Warrington. The former South Sydney Rabbitohs star and assistant coach…
Scott Taylor excited for ‘incredibly special’ Hull FC testimonial fixture
HULL FC will warm up for their Super League season-opening showdown with Hull KR by taking January trips to Championship duo Bradford and Doncaster. Tony…
‘Blessing in disguise’: Huddersfield Giants boss looks for positives in prop’s injury lay-off
HUDDERSFIELD coach Ian Watson has urged his England prop Chris Hill to use an injury lay-off as an opportunity to recharge the batteries. The 36-year-old…