Author: Doug Thomson
Leigh Centurions happy to keep hold of influential duo
Ambitious Championship leaders Leigh Centurions have agreed a two-year contract extension with halfback Joe Mellor and a one-year extension with second rower Joe Wardle. Former…
Betfred Championship news round-up
BRADFORD BULLS coach Mark Dunning reflected on a 53-10 defeat at Newcastle on Friday night and blasted: “The performance wasn’t acceptable.” The setback took the…
Squads on the Tyne to usher in World Cup
ONE of the biggest-ever festivals of Rugby League will kick-start this year’s World Cup in style, with teams from across the country signing up to…
Barrow agree new deal with experienced prop
BARROW RAIDERS have agreed terms to keep prop Carl Forster on board until 2024. The St Helens product has made 39 appearances since signing for…
Brian Noble back at Bradford Bulls as Mark Dunning gets coaching job
BRADFORD BULLS have made Mark Dunning their head coach on a contract until the end of next season – after he guided them to five…
St Helens ace Grace to join rival code
ST HELENS have confirmed the departure of Wales winger Regan Grace at the end of this season following six years on the first-team scene. The…
Castleford’s Hampshire ruled out for lengthy spell
COACH Lee Radford says Castleford Tigers will “do right” by Ryan Hampshire after the fullback suffered a potentially season-ending knee injury. Scans have shown the…
Tony Smith leaves Hull KR with immediate effect
HULL KR have parted company with coach Tony Smith. The 55-year-old former Huddersfield, Leeds, Warrington, England and Great Britain chief, who succeeded fellow Australian Tim…
Bulls won’t be rushed over coaching appointment
BRADFORD BULLS chief executive Jason Hirst has pleaded for fans’ patience as many seek clarity on the club’s coaching situation. While John Kear, who parted…
Dallimore handed three-year suspension after taking banned substance
FORMER Oldham, North Wales Crusaders and Barrow Raiders halfback Jamie Dallimore has been banned from all sport for three years after traces of a banned…