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A remarkable lady - will forever be associated with Dewsbury RLFC ... Rest in peace and thank you Elsie

Just read that Cougars have terminated the contract of Jarrod Sammut .... Hopefully that helps us a little bit ahead of Sunday's encounter

Just read that Cougars have terminated the contract of Jarrod Sammut .... Hopefully that helps us a little bit ahead of Sunday's encounter

Thought the ref had a spot on game and had zero influence on the result either way ..... Which is just how it should be - and mostly is TBF. For Rams, I thought Dec Tomlinson was immense, C. McShane outstanding, Ferguson and Collinsonn both tireless grafters and Joe Summers has shown massive improvement in the last two games..... Great defence with a number of last-gasp tackles where Swinton looked certain scorers, but overall a sense that this is becoming a "Team" in every sense of the word, and one full of players showing pride in the Red, Amber and Black. Looking forward to what should be a cracker of a game next Sunday

A result we had to work hard for but worthy winners IMO ..... Goole are no mugs and will win more than they lose at their 'ground' ..... Some strong performances today - Collinsonn worked so hard in the first half particularly, Summers had the best game I've seen him have in a Rams shirt, Dec Tomlinson looks to be getting to the pace of semi- pro Rugby and George Senior made some hard yards, taking the pressure off the forwards. Copland looked strong on the wing but stand out for me, again, was Craig McShane - what a cracking player he is. Ferguson starting worked well with J Walker and Toby Everett adding good performances when their time came.... I wish Goole well in their endeavours but I hope that's a decent stand they're planning on building and their stewards need to be a bit more pro -active in 'encouraging' a better use of vocabulary by the Goole/ FC/ Rovers fans .....

Looks like the lads gave a good account of themselves, in the second half particularly..... Just a ten point margin against a Championship team on their own patch will hopefully be followed by an even better performance on our first visit to Goole next week

Afraid not.... I'm only reiterating what Paul March told us in the Royal Suite after the game

I think the choice of ref is the least of our worries for this one..... London's result Vs Fev gives an idea of the difficult task ahead of us..... A competitive game and no further injuries is the best we can hope for, I fear

On the comment about Jack Briggs, Rams had to keep him off following him failing a Head Injury Assessment -- which will keep him out of the London game at least.

From his two previous games, I'd say we'll get a fair crack of the whip and if we try to play good, open RL then he'll let us ........ Mess about and try to spoil and he'll clamp down on it ......

...... And all pigs are fed and ready to fly

Ferguson came on midway through the first half , when we were playing down the slope..... Was our outstanding player IMO

Pretty much the expected result today but huge praise for the young Rams ( Ferguson excepted ) who stuck to their task throughout and kept the Dogs to just 10 points downhill in the second half...... Maybe the experience of Sykes, Garside & Day could have made some difference but I don't think the final outcome was affected by their absence.... Much better chance of a positive result next week -- even if it's scant reward with London away for next week's victors

Game time together for a developing team A chance for Marchy to give squad players some game time - and the chance to throw their hat in the ring. Gate/ car park takings Bar takings (nice & busy in Royal Suite after the game) Additional Half Time raffle - especially as the winner handed back the £100 winnings - great gesture Additional AMBER RIBBON raffle - raising funds to help support the club .....and the Jeff Grayshon Cup Plenty of positives

Certainly one of the best pre-season friendlies I've seen.... Both teams fully committed, a decent crowd, good weather and we regained the Jeff Grayshon Cup with some attractive Rugby...... Not getting carried away with anything but certainly liked the look of G McShane and Will Shaw and I think Marchy will have some selection headaches for next Sunday... All in all, a good enjoyable afternoon of Rugby League

Good job, done well..... Couldn't have done much more right in the first half and did what was needed in the second half..... Moor did themselves no favours with two needless sin-bins but overall I think everyone can go away happy with their efforts..... And a good 1200+ crowd

..... Why only 18 months ?? He's endangering a player's lifelong well-being........... and for a game they didn't have a cat in hell's chance of winning. Hope his appeal results in an even longer ban !!

After his performance against Sheffield I think that's a very good signing for next season .... Squad taking shape now

I'll take that BSJ ...... at least it means I was there the last time we beat 'em

Also Challenge Cup 1974 9-2 Floodlit Trophy 1975 7-0 1st Division 1975 14-13 (at Headingley) So, 50 years of hurt next year ............

Factually incorrect GOR ....... but don't let me spoil the fun

It was a joy to be there today .... Starting off with only three on the bench , facing some horrendously bad refereeing decisions and players out of position, it looked like a real no-hope scenario.... How wrong can you be !! The entire team played with a pride and commitment and to come up with that effort at the end of a long hard season was real testament to their character. A day to be proud of the men in the ....

But are there any great surprises in there ??..... Most of them have been 'rumoured' about going for some time anyway. It's now about 2025 and picking up the pieces from a disastrous and hugely disappointing 2024.... What's of more interest now (to me) is the players coming in and what we can look forward to next year. This year we've had a Squad of 'squad' players with very few actual Championship standard and, with maybe the odd exception, I think that's what most of them will be at their new clubs. We should wish them all well and hope their careers do progress positively - They've given their all in a Dewsbury shirt and chosen to move on ......... It's only like changing a job. Chance to say 'Goodbye' to them all at Friday's Presentation Night as it doesn't look like many will be fit for Sunday At least we're sure of having a Club / Team to support next year

Congratulations to both on their selection for the Wales International squad for their upcoming Internationals / World Cup qualifiers ..... Good luck !!

..........as with many things, picking a M-o-M is purely subjective ........ Plus point was that yesterday's sponsors promised to be with us again next season !! Let's hope they're picking a M-o-M for the winning side next time around.