Author: Stephen Ibbetson
‘No point whingeing’ about Super League losing players to NRL says Hull FC’s Tony Smith
TONY SMITH says the British game must work to develop more top players instead of worrying about losing talent to Australia. The Hull FC coach…
Hull FC season preview: Tony Smith on new signings, club progress and expectations
TONY SMITH has taken charge of more than his fair share of pre-seasons. This has been the 18th of a club coaching career which has…
New BBC documentary to showcase fundraising feats of Leeds Rhinos great Kevin Sinfield
THE remarkable fundraising feats of Rugby League great Kevin Sinfield will be the subject of a BBC documentary next month. Sinfield has completed three challenges…
Princess of Wales praises England’s World Cup heroes after Hampton Court reception
THE PRINCESS OF WALES has praised the England Wheelchair team for creating “an incredible legacy” through their World Cup win. Coach by Tom Coyd, England…
Amy Hardcastle encouraged by Leeds Rhinos’ vision for women’s game after St Helens switch
AMY HARDCASTLE praised Leeds Rhinos’ “exciting” backing for the women’s game after completing a switch from St Helens. The 33-year-old centre is one of England’s…
World Cup-winning captain bows out on a high after announcing retirement
ONE of Australia’s World Cup-winning captains has announced her retirement from the game. Sammy Bremner was a co-captain of the Jillaroos, alongside Kezie Apps and…
Ian Watson on his plans for Jake Connor at Huddersfield Giants
IAN WATSON believes that Jake Connor will be a “point of difference” for Huddersfield Giants next season. Former England international Connor has returned to the…
Brad Singleton confident in Wigan Warriors’ latest forward prospects
BRAD SINGLETON is confident that Wigan Warriors’ youth ranks are churning out more top forwards for the future. The experienced prop came through the hugely…
James Roby on Paul Wellens’ start as St Helens head coach
PAUL WELLENS has “slotted in perfectly” as a head coach, according to St Helens captain James Roby. The pair are both one-club men and played…
New captain Kallum Watkins keen to lead Salford Red Devils through his actions
KALLUM WATKINS’ focus will be on leading through his actions after being appointed as Salford Red Devils’ new captain. Salford let previous skipper Elijah Taylor…
