Author: Stephen Ibbetson
Former Rugby League star claims drug use rife in game
Former Leigh Centurions player Jamie Acton has alleged widespread doping in Rugby League after receiving a retrospective ban for taking drugs during his career. The…
Why Jake Trueman believes Danny Richardson partnership at Castleford Tigers can still be success
Jake Trueman believes he can build a successful partnership with Danny Richardson this season if both can stay fit. The pair have been team-mates at…
Tony Smith delighted with Hull KR fitness and gives mixed verdicts on debutants
Tony Smith believes that many of his Hull KR players are fitter than ever after an impressive first pre-season runout last week. Rovers put ten…
Stefan Ratchford dips into new role at Warrington Wolves ahead of testimonial match
Stefan Ratchford has been working with the commercial team at Warrington Wolves over the off-season as he explores career opportunities for when he hangs his…
Kristian Woolf backs young duo for starring roles at St Helens
St Helens coach Kristian Woolf has backed young stars Jack Welsby and Lewis Dodd (pictured) to be his first-choice fullback and scrum-half respectively this season….
Summer Bash venue and fixtures revealed as Championship rivalries to resume
The Summer Bash will be held at Headingley Stadium this season as the Championship event returns for the first time in three years. After two…
England confirm Combined Nations All Stars match with June date
England will face the Combined Nations All Stars again in 2022 as part of their preparations for the World Cup. The mid-season international will take…
Hull FC name new club captain for 2022 season
Hull FC have announced the appointment of Luke Gale as the club’s new captain ahead of the 2022 season. Gale is a new signing having…
Broadcast coverage confirmed for Army-Navy clash in Challenge Cup
The hugely intriguing Challenge Cup tie between the British Army and Royal Navy will be shown live on The Sportsman. It will be a historic…
Warrington Wolves signing to miss month of season after surgery
New Warrington Wolves singing Billy Magoulias has been ruled out of the first month of the Super League season following ankle surgery. The back-row forward,…