THORNHILL TROJANS will launch their defence of the Xamax BARLA National Cup with a trip to Waterhead in the first round.
A truncated opening stage also involves Wath Brow Hornets and Oldham St Anne’s in a repeat of the epic 2004 decider, which the Cumbrians won 25-16.
Eastern Rhinos, the only outpost side in the competition, traveAlready a subscriber? Log in here
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