Final Whistle: New book on life of Roy Francis a reminder of our debt to Welsh converts

THE publication of sports historian Tony Collins’ biography of the great Roy Francis (‘Roy Francis – Rugby’s Forgotten Black Leader’) reminded me once again of…

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Castleford Tigers reveal business plan as club aims for play-off spot in 2026

CASTLEFORD TIGERS have revealed their five-year business plan, with the Super League club aiming for a play-off spot in 2026. The fortunes of the West…

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Halifax Panthers chief says new Shay pitch will be ‘envy of others’

HALIFAX PANTHERS chief executive Damian Clayton says the new pitch at The Shay will provide “a fantastic playing surface that will be the envy of…

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Featherstone Rovers freshen up for key French trip as play-off race heats up

FEATHERSTONE ROVERS coach Paul Cooke hopes a weekend off will refresh his players before they take a trip to France to face Toulouse on Saturday….

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Carl Forster’s warning to table-topping North Wales Crusaders

CARL FORSTER is keen to ensure his North Wales Crusaders side don’t get too carried away with their lofty league position, particularly with the job…

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Positional change getting the best out of Leeds Rhinos star

THE recent switch from winger to centre appears to be having a positive impact on Leeds Rhinos’ Sophie Nuttall. The 25-year-old started the season on…

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Wales and England set for PDRL international

WALES will host England in a PDRL international on Saturday (19 July). The game, at Penallta RUFC, will precede the JES Group Rugby League Conference…

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Tevita Pangai Junior confirms move to Super League rivals

TEVITA PANGAI JUNIOR has confirmed his move to Warrington Wolves. Earlier in the week, All Out Rugby League revealed that the Catalans prop would be…

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Castleford Tigers head coach search latest as Chris Chester leans on Adrian Vowles for support

THE new Castleford Tigers head coaching search has been narrowed down to “four or five candidates”, according to director of rugby Chris Chester. Chester is…

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Dolphins maintain play-off charge with high-scoring derby win over North Queensland Cowboys

DOLPHINS 43 NORTH QUEENSLAND COWBOYS 24 STEPHEN IBBETSON, Suncorp Stadium, Thursday DOLPHINS hit 40 points for the fifth time in seven matches to restore their…

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