Author: Stephen Ibbetson
RFL approve Newcastle Thunder’s application to rejoin League One
NEWCASTLE THUNDER will continue in the professional game after the RFL approved a change of ownership and confirmed their place in League One. The club,…
Castleford Tigers in-depth preview: ‘Ripping up the script’ under Craig Lingard
After a harrowing year, Castleford are starting over from scratch, as new head coach Craig Lingard tells STEPHEN IBBETSON. CASTLEFORD fans recently received something they…
We had 23 hopes for Rugby League in 2023 – here’s how they went
AT the beginning of the year, we set out 23 hopes for 2023, across a range of areas in the domestic and international game. Did…
The 50 most significant and memorable Rugby League moments of 2023: Part Four
AS 2023 draws to a close, League Express writer STEPHEN IBBETSON continues our annual five-part series of articles that look back at the season just…
Wigan Warriors chairman and women’s Rugby League trailblazer added to RFL Roll of Honour
WIGAN chairman Professor Chris Brookes and women’s trailblazer Andrea Dobson have been added to the RFL’s Roll of Honour. They become the 52nd and 53rd…
Women’s World Cup qualifying process set out as European sides vie for places
ENGLAND will be joined by women’s sides from at least two other European nations at the next World Cup in 2026. The International Rugby League…
Fletcher Rooney joins Castleford Tigers squad keen to turn focus on youth
FULLBACK prospect Fletcher Rooney has signed a three-year professional contract with a Castleford side keen to pivot towards youth. Rooney, who only turns 18 next…
Former captain Shaun Kenny-Dowall makes quick start in new Hull KR role
SHAUN KENNY-DOWALL has been quick to make an impact on Hull KR players young and old in his new role. The ex-New Zealand international centre…
Warrington Wolves’ new recruit Sam Powell on his preferred position
SAM POWELL is keen to earn a place in the Warrington team at hooker, despite an abundance of options in that position. The Wolves signed…
Ryan Hampshire proves value to Wigan Warriors – even when not in the team
RYAN HAMPSHIRE has been tasked with continuing to show his value to Wigan – whether he is in their team or not. The 28-year-old re-joined…