Schoey: RFL Academy u-turn the right call

Garry Schofield welcomes the RFL’s decision to restore elite Academy licences to Bradford Bulls, Castleford Tigers and Hull KR after an outpouring of criticism. I…

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Schoey: Academy changes are baffling

Garry Schofield has plenty of questions for the RFL on the latest round of Academy licenses and challenges the assertion that it is designed to…

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Wigan lack entertainment value, says Schoey

Garry Schofield thinks a change of coach may be necessary for Wigan to maintain their winning ways while also adding a bit of flair and…

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Schoey’s View: League could learn from rugby union

Garry Schofield reflects on the differences between the two rugby codes in the way they promote their international selections. Different code, but the same level…

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Schoey’s Challenge Cup predictions

One player who certainly has the ability, skill and flair to attract viewers is Greg Inglis. And it’s great that the legendary Aussie has finally…

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Can Radford retain the ‘Classy Cas’ label?

Garry Schofield wonders what’s in store for Lee Radford at Castleford next season. What a difference a few days make! One minute, Lee Radford is…

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Schoey looks ahead to a crucial game, plus a few tips for the weekend

Even at this early stage of the season, in these days of win percentages, we’ve got the equivalent of a four-pointer between Huddersfield and Leeds…

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Schoey’s View: The season’s first four-pointer coming up

Garry Schofield has some advice for Salford Red Devils coach Richard Marshall Salford take on Leigh on Friday – and even at this early stage…

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Daryl Powell’s made a smart move, says Schoey

So the future is primrose and blue for Daryl Powell. And in my book, Warrington have played a blinder, not just with his appointment, but…

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Halfback shortage shouldn’t happen, says Schoey

GARRY SCHOFIELD wonders why Leeds Rhinos had to play two forwards in the halfback roles in their Challenge Cup game on Saturday. The St Helens-Leeds…

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