Author: Stephen Ibbetson
Jack Walker on being in best-ever shape, Super League future and Hull KR play-off push
JACK WALKER started the year delivering windows and finishes it as a hot property in the Super League shop window. The fullback was released by…
Wakefield Trinity prepared for early farewell by returning hero David Fifita
DAVID FIFITA will be “talked about for many years to come” regardless of whether he stays at Wakefield Trinity to see out their relegation battle,…
‘The mood has changed’: Matty Ashton on Warrington Wolves’ rediscovered confidence
WARRINGTON WOLVES know every remaining game is pivotal to their season – not least this Sunday’s showdown with play-off rivals Salford Red Devils. Wire travel…
Ryan Brierley calls on Salford Red Devils to ‘knuckle down’ for gritty Super League climax
SALFORD RED DEVILS fullback Ryan Brierley expects the climax to the Super League season to be gritty rather than pretty. Paul Rowley’s side is chasing…
James Bell on why he’s thriving in second season at St Helens and club’s impressive form
JAMES BELL says he is benefiting from being a more settled player in his second season at St Helens. The loose forward made 17 appearances…
Wheelchair Rugby League heads to the USA with international tours
INTERNATIONAL Wheelchair Rugby League will be played in the Americas for the first time next year. The USA will host Wales in a two-match series…
Wigan Warriors’ win at Catalans Dragons was epic – but Super League structure makes it meaningless
STEPHEN IBBETSON reflects on Wigan Warriors’ stunning victory over league leaders Catalans Dragons in Perpignan. WITH one remarkable result in Perpignan, we have an extraordinary…
Wakefield Trinity hopeful of injury boost for relegation run-in
MARK APPLEGARTH is hopeful that “favourite toy” Kelepi Tanginoa will be back in time to influence Wakefield Trinity’s season. Wakefield are deep in relegation trouble…
‘We’ll get through this together’: Adrian Lam behind hungover Leigh Leopards
ADRIAN LAM has vowed to generate a response from his Leigh Leopards after they gave him a birthday to forget. The Challenge Cup-winning head coach…
Salford Red Devils face ‘significant financial hardship’ amid stadium stand-off
SALFORD RED DEVILS are facing “significant financial hardship” because of an ongoing row over ownership of their stadium, according to a board member. The Salford…