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Sir Lindsay Hoyle on ‘real honour’ of being made RFL president
Sir Lindsay Hoyle says it will be a “real honour” to become the next president of the RFL. The Speaker of the House of Commons…
Two-time Challenge Cup winner Ricky Bibey dies aged 40
Two-time Challenge Cup winner Ricky Bibey has died at the age of 40. Bibey passed away while on holiday in Italy, and local media reports…
Betfred Championship news round-up
FEATHERSTONE ROVERS loan recruit Tom Lineham is ready for the challenge of bolstering his new team’s promotion bid. Should Brian McDermott’s side succeed in their…
Betfred League One news round-up
CORNWALL addition Jacob Beer hopes a strong end to the season will put him in the World Cup picture with Italy. Beer last week signed…
Grassroots Rugby League news round-up
TOM WILSON, of Milford, has been banned for six matches by the National Conference League’s Disciplinary Committee. Wilson was found guilty, at last week’s meeting,…
Obituary: Mick Crane – An awesome talent who could have achieved more
MICK CRANE (DoB unknown – 3 July 2022) Mick Crane endeared himself to supporters of both Hull clubs as well as Leeds, appeared in ten…
Obituary: Asuquo Ema – The popular prop who was a stalwart of Hull KR’s glory days
ASUQUO EMA (July 1963 – 3 July 2022) Asuquo ‘Zook’ Ema was a popular, strong and mobile prop who served Hull KR with distinction for…
Rugby League Heroes: Nick Pinkney
Nick Pinkney had never played in the top flight when he represented England in the 1995 World Cup. He started at Ryedale-York and was part…
Championship Focus: History and culture hold sway at Batley Bulldogs
It’s not unusual for coaches to tap into the history and heritage of their club as they try to motivate players. Matt Peet did exactly…
Talking Rugby League: Magic Weekend crowds have fun, but why don’t they increase?
A total of 62,154 supporters attended this year’s Magic Weekend in Newcastle – 36,821 on Saturday and 25,333 on Sunday. That is marginally higher than…