Author: Doug Thomson
Richard Horne outlines Doncaster’s ambitions on long-awaited Championship return
DONCASTER coach Richard Horne believes his newly-promoted team have a lot to offer the Championship after a long wait to get there. IT’S been a…
Batley Bulldogs’ Mark Moxon relishing ‘old-fashioned cup-tie’ against friend Craig Lingard and Castleford Tigers
BATLEY coach Mark Moxon reckons a clash with Castleford represents the best Challenge Cup scenario for both clubs – even if it will seem strange…
York Knights target Rugby League expansion in new areas including Scarborough
YORK KNIGHTS are ready to help grow Rugby League in Scarborough, 40 miles to the north-east of the Minster City, as they try to extend…
Mike Ford’s heartfelt tribute to mentor Darryl Van de Velde following death
FORMER Great Britain halfback Mike Ford has paid a warm tribute to Darryl Van de Velde, the former Castleford, Huddersfield and Warrington coach who has…
Council insist Halifax Panthers’ home will not be sold as Shay uncertainty continues
HALIFAX have been urged to “take responsibility for their own future” as uncertainty over the ownership of their home ground The Shay continues. Currently it’s…
Bradford Bulls among clubs with Wembley dreams as 1895 Cup gets serious
BRADFORD fans might be dreaming of a Wembley return – but Bulls coach Eamon O’Carroll is taking it one match a time as he hopes…
Michael Lawrence’s praise for Huddersfield Giants rising star
HUDDERSFIELD have a great fullback on their hands in Aidan McGowan, according to former Giants favourite Michael Lawrence. The 33-year-old is now skippering Bradford, where…
Plans approved for stadium which could provide new home for League One club
PLANS to create a new £4.46 million sports hub which could provide a home for Cornwall have been approved. The League One side currently play…
The unique London amateur side bidding to cause an upset in Challenge Cup fourth round
ASSISTANT coach Jared Warren had urged Hammersmith Hills Hoists players to “dare to dream” as he and team chief Vince Spurr plot a Challenge Cup…
Locations of League: Batley
Our journey around the villages, towns and cities that have rugby league running through their veins reaches the home of the Bulldogs. SUCCESS can be…