Author: Stephen Ibbetson
Full International Rugby League rankings as England men climb up a place
ENGLAND have reclaimed third place in the International Rugby League (IRL) men’s rankings following their three-match series whitewash over Tonga. Shaun Wane’s side overtook Samoa…
Lachlan Fitzgibbon feeling home comforts despite move across world to Warrington Wolves
LACHLAN FITZGIBBON is “a pretty proud Novocastrian” – so he is delighted to still feel close to home after moving across the world. The forward…
Hull KR boss Willie Peters happy with leadership group after losing experienced players
WILLIE PETERS is confident Hull KR have all the experience and leadership qualities they need, fronted by new captain Elliot Minchella. The loose-forward has been…
‘He’s been playing out of position’: Leigh Leopards eye new role for ex-Hull FC man Ben McNamara
LEIGH are keen to see Ben McNamara flourish at hooker after signing the youngster from Hull FC. The 22-year-old spent four seasons in the Hull…
Sam Halsall on key Huddersfield Giants mistake in 2023 and personal development
HUDDERSFIELD won’t be getting ahead of themselves like last year, according to Sam Halsall. The Giants were one of the 2023 season’s biggest underachievers, finishing…
Mike Cooper ‘training the house down’ to make start of Wigan Warriors’ season
MIKE COOPER is “training the house down” with a view to making the start of the season, according to Wigan head coach Matt Peet. The…
Former RFL chief executive recognised in New Year Honours
FORMER RFL chief executive Ralph Rimmer has been awarded an OBE in the New Year Honours list. Rimmer has been recognised for services to Rugby…
New Year Honours for Leeds Rhinos greats and MND heroes Rob Burrow and Kevin Sinfield
ROB BURROW and Kevin Sinfield have been awarded CBEs in the New Year Honours List. The former Leeds and England team-mates have inspired the nation…
Steve Ganson to leave RFL role as head of match officials following investigation
STEVE GANSON will depart the RFL at the end of 2023 after a year-long investigation into the match officials department. Ganson, who took charge of…
Castleford Tigers’ new boss Craig Lingard on a long and difficult journey to the top
Craig Lingard is used to doing things the hard way in the Championship and League One. Castleford Tigers will be hoping he can bring his…