Author: Matthew Shaw
COLUMN: Cecchin abuse embarrasses rugby league, not just those criticising him
The week building up to the World Cup Final has been overshadowed by people crying wolf about a refereeing decision. It can’t only be me…
Wakefield star Scott Grix signs new contract with Trinity
Wakefield Trinity have announced that fullback Scott Grix has signed a new contract with the club – as revealed in League Express this past Monday….
Sio departs from Wakefield
Mikey Sio has left Wakefield Trinity by mutual consent. The Samoan international joined the club in 2015 and made 39 appearances for the club. But…
Australian ref to officiate World Cup Final
Australian referee Gerard Sutton will referee the World Cup final. The NRL official has been given the nod over Matt Cecchin after impressing during the…
Roberts on NRL clubs’ radar
Huddersfield Giants star Oliver Roberts has conceded he would have to consider the opportunity to play in Australia. The 22-year-old significantly enhanced his reputation at…
Addy aiming to specialise in one position
Danny Addy has admitted he would like to drop the utility tag and become a specialist loose-forward. The Hull Kingston Rovers star has established himself…
Cecchin accused of ‘unconscious racism’ following Fifita’s video-ref plea snub
A New Zealand journalist has accused referee Matt Checcin of ‘unconscious racism’ after he refused to send Andrew Fifita’s last-minute ‘try’ to the video referee…
Welham signs contract extension at Salford
Salford Red Devils centre Kris Welham has signed a new one-year contract extension. Welham proved to be an astute addition to Ian Watson’s squad last…
Fev sign hooker on trial
Featherstone Rovers have taken former Wakefield hooker Danny Maskill on trial. 22-year-old Maskill has spent the last three years in Australia where he played for…
Aussie Heighington called-up for England in World Cup Final
Chris Heighington has been called-up to the England squad to face Australia in the World Cup Final. The Australian, who is eligible to play for…