Author: Martyn Sadler
Opinion: Carter’s words weren’t wise
I was surprised and disappointed to see Michael Carter, the Chairman of Wakefield, pitching into the appeal by Bradford Bulls to try to get back…
Opinion: Concussion is the threat that stalks Rugby League
The issue of concussion is becoming very important, both in Super League and in the NRL. The impact on a player’s long-term health of repeated…
Iestyn Harris happy to be a Devil
Iestyn Harris has a contract to coach Salford until the end of 2016. And, despite leading the club to its first win under his tenure…
Match Report: Catalan Dragons 42-20 Widnes Vikings
In a nutshell On a scorching afternoon in Perpignan the Catalan Dragons were too strong for Widnes Vikings, scoring nine tries as they gave their…
Why I appointed Iestyn Harris – Koukash reveals all
Dr Marwan Koukash today introduced his new coach Iestyn Harris to the assembled media at the AJ Bell Stadium, the Red Devils’ home ground. He…
Match Report: St Helens 14 Leeds Rhinos 10
In a Nutshell St Helens kept their unbeaten record with a thrilling victory capped with a late try by winger Tommy Makinson to snatch the…
Put Sally in charge of Super League
This article first appeared in Martyn Sadler’s ‘Talking Rugby League’ column in this week’s edition of Rugby League Express On Monday 31 March the RFL…
Time for players to exercise some muscle
I was interested to read an article last week about the newly-elected NFL Players Association (NFLPA) president Eric Winston. Winston has been a gridiron player…
Grounds for optimism on TV audiences
This is an updated version of the Talking Rugby League article that first appeared in Monday’s issue of League Express The average audience for…
The match of the season – but only for us!
Tonight we will see a Grand Final re-match. Warrington Wolves versus Wigan Warriors at the Halliwell Jones Stadium! Doesn’t it just get the blood tingling!…