JonM Posted October 22, 2021 Share Posted October 22, 2021 Widnes signed Brad Holroyd from Workington, presumably as replacement for Deon Cross. Good signing I think, weakening one of our relegation rivals . He's a pretty elusive runner, looked good at Saints academy, probably lacking a bit of size to make it in SL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dkw Posted October 22, 2021 Share Posted October 22, 2021 16 minutes ago, JonM said: Widnes signed Brad Holroyd from Workington, presumably as replacement for Deon Cross. Good signing I think, weakening one of our relegation rivals . He's a pretty elusive runner, looked good at Saints academy, probably lacking a bit of size to make it in SL. Its a very good signing for Widnes, and a big loss for town. He was superb on the wing for the first half of the season, and frankly was playing below his level. He moved to full back and was equally as impressive, but I do think wing is his better position. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweaty craiq Posted October 22, 2021 Share Posted October 22, 2021 23 minutes ago, JonM said: Widnes signed Brad Holroyd from Workington, presumably as replacement for Deon Cross. Good signing I think, weakening one of our relegation rivals . He's a pretty elusive runner, looked good at Saints academy, probably lacking a bit of size to make it in SL. Leigh lad John, who played a single game for us, and scored, before being sent out on loan as he needed game time. Very disappointed we didn't go for him, assuming we didn't, as he has the step and pace that worry's defences Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Les Tonks Sidestep Posted October 22, 2021 Share Posted October 22, 2021 1 hour ago, ShropshireBull said: Dont think he helped his future prospects with that. Only Leeds (Cant go bk) Newcastle and York in UK fit that criteria. Wigan too maybe. York is 57th in size by population of cities/towns (and has a population less than Sheffield, Hull, Wigan and Doncaster) or 87th as a district in the UK&NI.... 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davo5 Posted October 22, 2021 Share Posted October 22, 2021 1 hour ago, David Shepherd said: True enough. And if he's a success we'll soon forget comments he made when working for someone else. I'm just not sure he's the coach for us. His record at Leeds was pretty dire once the players who could win stuff in their sleep had moved on. He has a great record in getting his teams over the line in playoff rugby,surely that’s what Fev need given their recent failures at the final hurdle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonM Posted October 22, 2021 Share Posted October 22, 2021 24 minutes ago, sweaty craiq said: Leigh lad John, who played a single game for us, and scored, before being sent out on loan as he needed game time. Very disappointed we didn't go for him, assuming we didn't, as he has the step and pace that worry's defences Yes, I did wonder if there'd been a reason why he hadn't gone back to Leigh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShropshireBull Posted October 22, 2021 Author Share Posted October 22, 2021 59 minutes ago, Les Tonks Sidestep said: York is 57th in size by population of cities/towns (and has a population less than Sheffield, Hull, Wigan and Doncaster) or 87th as a district in the UK&NI.... Yes but how of those cities have a RL team in the pyramid (which is kind of his point). Still, it does surprise me that Hull or Wigan never showed interest in him. South Yorkshire really has become a no go zone for both codes in the professional stakes. Wouldn´t be a bad thing to see Sheffield and Doncaster at 2nd tier with a derby game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griff Posted October 22, 2021 Share Posted October 22, 2021 3 hours ago, sweaty craiq said: Yeah - but villages are fine. 1 "We'll sell you a seat .... but you'll only need the edge of it!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mumby Magic Posted October 22, 2021 Share Posted October 22, 2021 Bulls with Millar from Eagles. Dawson-Jones, DFJ, Hall, and Millar in contention for the wings. Like poor jokes? Thejoketeller@mullymessiah Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cardypaul Posted October 22, 2021 Share Posted October 22, 2021 Fev just announced Ben Hellewell as signed for next season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Blues Ox Posted October 22, 2021 Share Posted October 22, 2021 I think Fev should go for Richard Marshall. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon Hall Posted October 22, 2021 Share Posted October 22, 2021 York announce Masi Matongo from Hull FC https://yorkcityknights.com/club/matongo-to-bring-power-to-2022-pack/ 2 http://www.alldesignandprint.co.uk Printing & Graphic Design with Nationwide Service Programmes | Leaflets | Cards | Banners & Flags | Letterheads | Tickets | Magazines | Folders | Brand Identity plus much more Official Matchday Programme Print & Design Partner to York City Knights, Heworth ARLFC, York Acorn RLFC & Hunslet RLFC Official Player Sponsor of Marcus Stock for the 2020 Season Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lowdesert Posted October 22, 2021 Share Posted October 22, 2021 4 hours ago, Robin Evans said: Agreed entirely. Wouldn't be my choice. As I've said earlier today, there is a risk of him being 'yesterday's man'. He's got good contacts in the game but after two years out, those contacts are also other people's contacts now. That said, good coaches are hard to come by. We got very lucky with the very professional Ryan Carr. McDermott has a pedigree at this level and in SL. I'm happy to see how it develops with McDermott. I think Brian is thick skinned enough to ignore the slatings he might get for his comments and I also think any coach who’d been under the financial pressure that TWP created would be glad of some time off. 100% agree with Ryan Carr and to a certain extent with one of Scubbys choices in Craig Lingard but Brian is a very focussed bloke and I’m sure has some points to prove in that he can still do the business, which is exactly the right attitude. No ones mentioned Danny Ward, or is he spoken for? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fevrover Posted October 22, 2021 Share Posted October 22, 2021 5 hours ago, sweaty craiq said: And wouldn't it be ironic if he did get Fev promoted. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scubby Posted October 22, 2021 Share Posted October 22, 2021 45 minutes ago, Fevrover said: And wouldn't it be ironic if he did get Fev promoted. At the expense of his home city Wakefield? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leytherz Posted October 22, 2021 Share Posted October 22, 2021 53 minutes ago, Lowdesert said: I think Brian is thick skinned enough to ignore the slatings he might get for his comments and I also think any coach who’d been under the financial pressure that TWP created would be glad of some time off. 100% agree with Ryan Carr and to a certain extent with one of Scubbys choices in Craig Lingard but Brian is a very focussed bloke and I’m sure has some points to prove in that he can still do the business, which is exactly the right attitude. No ones mentioned Danny Ward, or is he spoken for? just seen danny ward at leigh train station with aaron smith 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fevrover Posted October 22, 2021 Share Posted October 22, 2021 20 minutes ago, Scubby said: At the expense of his home city Wakefield? Stranger things have happened lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweaty craiq Posted October 22, 2021 Share Posted October 22, 2021 Aaron Smith now confirmed at Leigh on season loan from Saints. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Stottle Posted October 22, 2021 Share Posted October 22, 2021 8 hours ago, ShropshireBull said: Newcastle are going to be in playoffs also and I dont fancy picking a winner from that league. Then I will give you a clue, look no further than Fev or Leigh, Newcastle will struggle to make top 6, if they do it will be only just. My opinion of course. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Stottle Posted October 22, 2021 Share Posted October 22, 2021 7 hours ago, sweaty craiq said: What's the old saying "Principles don't pay bills" it would never be more appropriate in this case. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Stottle Posted October 22, 2021 Share Posted October 22, 2021 6 hours ago, Les Tonks Sidestep said: York is 57th in size by population of cities/towns (and has a population less than Sheffield, Hull, Wigan and Doncaster) or 87th as a district in the UK&NI.... Put the needle away Les you will burst that big imaginary bubble he has for Newcastle and York. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mumby Magic Posted October 22, 2021 Share Posted October 22, 2021 40 minutes ago, Harry Stottle said: Then I will give you a clue, look no further than Fev or Leigh, Newcastle will struggle to make top 6, if they do it will be only just. My opinion of course. Bulls all the way Harry. Like poor jokes? Thejoketeller@mullymessiah Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgeb1 Posted October 22, 2021 Share Posted October 22, 2021 48 minutes ago, Harry Stottle said: Then I will give you a clue, look no further than Fev or Leigh, Newcastle will struggle to make top 6, if they do it will be only just. My opinion of course. Think fev and Leigh may disappoint next season , Newcastle , bulls , fax and a few more could be the dark horse in 2022 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blind side johnny Posted October 22, 2021 Share Posted October 22, 2021 8 hours ago, ShropshireBull said: Fev are one of the best run clubs in the league. They wont be short of applicants and still in playoffs. Newcastle are going to be in playoffs also and I dont fancy picking a winner from that league. That's a pretty low bar, to be honest. Sport, amongst other things, is a dream-world offering escape from harsh reality and the disturbing prospect of change. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowys Backside Posted October 22, 2021 Share Posted October 22, 2021 Leighs squad bubbling nicely and more to come in the next few days. The new Coach will play a pivotal part too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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