Talking Rugby League: Where has the magic of the Challenge Cup gone?

THE Challenge Cup is the oldest trophy in Rugby League, having been contested annually since the first final in 1897. For much of the game’s…

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The Garry Schofield Column: Who is really to blame for Hull FC mess?

I HAD thought ten games would be the make-or-break point for Tony Smith at Hull FC. But it turns out he’s gone after eight, one…

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Tara Jones a history-maker as both player and referee

TARA JONES made history yesterday (Sunday) by becoming the first woman to referee a full senior professional game in the northern hemisphere. The 27-year-old took…

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Ian Watson sets Huddersfield Giants’ sights on Challenge Cup and lauds Jake Connor impact

HUDDERSFIELD coach Ian Watson is keeping a lid on any premature celebrations following Saturday night’s stunning win in Perpignan and the club’s progression to a…

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‘We’re desperate to win trophies’: Mikey Lewis on Hull KR ambitions and personal growth

HULL KR are “desperate to win trophies”, according to their star halfback Mikey Lewis. The Robins are through to the Challenge Cup semi-finals for a…

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St Helens set for welcome injury returnee against Hull FC

ST HELENS expect to have Mark Percival back for the visit of Hull FC this Friday. The veteran centre has been recovering from a head…

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Leigh Leopards suffer another long-term injury blow to key man

THE blows keep on coming for Leigh, who have lost both Gareth O’Brien and Robbie Mulhern for at least the next six weeks with torn…

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Frustration mounts at condition of The Shay as Halifax Panthers’ co-tenants move games away

HALIFAX PANTHERS’ co-tenants at The Shay, FC Halifax Town, are playing key ‘home’ fixtures more than 20 miles away – leading to questions over landlords…

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Hull FC owner Adam Pearson on fresh investment, salary spend and stadium future

HULL FC owner Adam Pearson is confident that he will be able to generate new investment in the club by the end of the year,…

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Injury Corner: Leigh Leopards, Castleford Tigers, Wigan Warriors and St Helens suffer concerning blows

THE Challenge Cup quarter-finals took place over the weekend with Hull KR, Huddersfield Giants, Wigan Warriors and Warrington Wolves all putting their names in the…

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