Super League clubs set for unusual third-round draw in revamped Challenge Cup

THE CHALLENGE CUP third-round draw will be made tomorrow (Tuesday), despite the majority of first-round ties not yet taking place. All twelve Super League clubs…

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Rochdale Hornets announce 2025 squad numbers

ROCHDALE HORNETS head coach Gary Thornton has hailed the “real depth” at his disposal following the release of his side’s squad numbers for 2025. Two…

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Rochdale Hornets chairman as ‘motivated and enthusiastic’ as ever

ROCHDALE HORNETS chairman Andy Mazey says he is as “motivated and enthusiastic” as he’s ever been. Mazey has been at the helm for five years…

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Rochdale Hornets make fixture switch for football club

ROCHDALE HORNETS have confirmed their 1895 Cup first-preliminary-round tie against Cornwall will be played at Rochdale Mayfield. The fixture, which was scheduled to take place…

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Obituary: Bernard McGurrin – Wigan’s oldest surviving player

BERNARD McGURRIN (July 12, 1933 – December 20, 2024) BERNARD McGURRIN was a versatile player for Leigh, his hometown club Wigan, Rochdale Hornets and Warrington…

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League One club chairman reveals latest season ticket sales following rallying cry statement

ROCHDALE HORNETS chairman Andy Mazey created quite the stir last month when he revealed that the League One club had sold just 54 season tickets….

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League One club chairman issues statement after rugby league side sells just 54 season tickets

ROCHDALE HORNETS chairman Andy Mazey has issued a statement after his club sells just 55 season tickets for the 2025 League One season as of…

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League One play-offs explained and contenders assessed

ONLY one team was guaranteed to get promoted out of League One this season – and nobody could argue Oldham did not deserve to be…

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Rochdale Hornets launch new community facility as part of grandiose plans

Rochdale Hornets have confirmed further details ahead of the official grand opening of the club’s new Balderstone Park community facility on Saturday 27 July. Last…

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“Condescending little prick” – League One rugby league owners involved in social media spat

SOCIAL media can sometimes be a minefield, especially in sport when two peoples’ views collide. In rugby league, people are naturally passionate about their own…

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