Category: League Express
Leeds Rhinos chief executive on ‘very positive’ reaction to Magic Weekend move
LEEDS chief executive Gary Hetherington has given his backing to the decision to move next year’s Magic Weekend to the city’s Elland Road stadium on…
RFL confirm which tackle rules will be used in early rounds of 2024 Challenge Cup
THE RFL have confirmed that amateur players involved in the Challenge Cup will start 2024 playing to the existing tackle-height rules before the new ban…
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…
Inclusivity specialist stands down from RFL Board while groundbreaking partnership ends
AN experienced administrator who champions inclusivity in sport is to step down from the RFL Board for personal reasons. Chair Simon Johnson says the governing…
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…
Which clubs will and won’t be participating in Reserves and Academy competitions in 2024
THE RFL is hoping to release details of next season’s Reserves and Academy fixtures either later this week or early in the New Year. League…
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…
Ash Handley keen for Boxing Day clash after productive Leeds Rhinos pre-season camp
ASH HANDLEY is happy to forego the Boxing Day bubble and squeak once again as he aims to help Leeds make a bigger impact in…
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…
