Leigh Leopards’ massive amount of investment in one key area to inspire “a powerhouse of Rugby League”

KIERON PURTILL hopes a new top-level Academy will help Leigh become "a powerhouse of Rugby League". Purtill is head of youth at the Leopards, along with coaching the club's women's team, who recently won promotion to Super League. Earlier this year, along with Salford, Leigh were awarded a three-year Elite Academy Licence starting from 2025.

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