Category: Swinton Lions
Swinton to remain grounded despite superb form
Swinton Lions coach John Duffy is refusing to get carried away despite his promoted side having won their last three Championship matches. The Lions have…
Swinton head coach speechless after first win over Fax in 35 years
John Duffy was overwhelmed after he saw his Swinton Lions pick up a famous victory over Halifax. Trailing the Championship powerhouses 16-0 after just 11…
PREVIEW: Fax wary of Swinton test
Halifax are on a roll having won their last three games. Coach Richard Marshall said: “We’ve had no easy games but been able to come…
Three Championship clubs that need a good Easter period
1. Halifax RLFC FIXTURES: March 25th: OLDHAM (A) March 28th: BRADFORD BULLS (H) April 3rd: FEATHERSTONE ROVERS (A) It’s fair to say that 2016 has…
Atkin looking to make the most of Whitehaven game
Swinton Lions star Chris Atkin believes tonight’s game with Whitehaven is the ideal opportunity to get their season up and running. The Lions face Whitehaven tonight,…
Swinton to build new stadium
Swinton Lions have revealed plans to develop a new community stadium. The club has signed a lease on a 7.3-acre site at Agecroft, within the…
Lions land Lloyd
Swinton Lions have signed their former loan player Rhodri Lloyd on a permanent basis from Wigan. Lloyd played twelve matches on loan at the club…
Duffy praises Swinton spirit
JOHN DUFFY paid tribute to the club’s off-field effort after his Swinton side hung on to clinch the second promotion ticket into the Championship. Swinton’s…
Atkin relishing tough battle
Swinton Lions’ semi-final match winner Chris Atkin is anticipating the toughest challenge of the season when they lock horns with Keighley Cougars in the Kingstone…
White enjoying promotion push
Keighley Cougars top try-scorer Paul White is enjoying being part of the promotion race as they aim to tackle Swinton Lions this Sunday at the…