Wath Brow Hornets ARLFC Hornets expecting one hull of a turnout for final
WATH Brow Hornets expect to take a travelling army of up to 800 fans to Blackpool for the club’s third National Cup final in five years.
The Cleator Moor amateur outfit booked their place in the May 24 showpiece thanks to a gritty 14-12 over last year’s beaten finalists Ince Rose Bridge, in an all-Division One semi at the weekend.
“We are well-supported in all our big games and had 500 to 600 watching on Saturday,” said spokesman Martin Brough.
“We are looking to take four supporters’ buses to the final and many more will travel down the day before. I’d expect us to have 700/800 there. It won’t just be Wath Brow fans, it’s a good day out for Cumbria. Lads will be there from the likes of Seaton and Egremont.”
The Hornets will make as few changes as possible to their regular matchday routine and expect to travel to Fylde RU Club, which will host the big final, on the day.
Title-chasing East Hull, the only Premier Division outfit in the last-four, edged out Thatto Heath Crusaders 20-18, in their semi.
“They have to be favourites in the final – and that’s how we like it,” Brough added. “Three Division One clubs reached the semi-finals.
“I know it depends on the draw, but all three have done brilliant to get so far. A lot of experienced ex-professionals and up-and-coming guys play in the Premier Division.”
Easts boss Lee Radford, Super League Hull’s skipper, says the club is now focusing on a league and cup double, though he was not happy with the performance against Thatto, labelling it their worst for some time.
“It was an ugly game to watch and my team put in an ugly performance but thankfully we had enough in the tank to win the game,” he said.
“They were a team who just wouldn’t go away and all credit to them for the way they played.”
Hornets set up Hull of a final!
Last updated 11:23, Monday, 17 March 2008
WATH BROW HORNETS, who have reached the BARLA National Cup Final three times in the last decade, will be taking part once again after edging Ince Rose Bridge 14-12.
Hornets' remarkable affiliation to the competition, which was won at Bloomfield Road, Blackpool, in 2004 and 2005 after defeat at the Copeland Stadium in 1999, has been revived in the most remarkable of circumstances.
After suffering relegation from the National Conference League last season, however, Wath Brow may have surprised even themselves by once again reaching the final, which will be staged at Fylde RUFC, Blackpool, on Saturday May 24 as part of a `double header' with the final of the Bartlett's Champion of Champions Series, in which Halbro Cumbria Cup holders Ellenborough Rangers will be involved.
The present season is seen largely as part of a rebuilding process by Hornets, with an immediate return to the top flight of the NCL a priority since last September. East Hull, of the NCL's Premier Division and coached by Hull FC captain Lee Radford, will provide the opposition at Fylde after edging Thatto Heath Crusaders 20-18 but, on this form, Hornets will fear no one in the amateur game.
Ince were beaten 14-12 in testing conditions, with heavy rain limiting opportunities for both sides.
Wath Brow, however, were never behind and took the lead in the 24th minute through full back Gavin Curwen, who forced his way over after fine approach work by second row duo Mickey McAllister and Gary Elliott, with prop Mark Troughton - the man of the match - also having an impact in creating the score.
Stand off Craig Johnstone, another key figure, added the conversion but the Bridge restored parity by the break when scrum half Tony Baker popped over and winger Danny Rigby improved.
Wath Brow came close to going back in front when an enterprising kick by substitute James Toman bobbled over the dead ball line with chasers in hot pursuit, but Hornets claimed the score a heavy spell of pressure warranted when loose forward Dave Pettit and centre Francis King combined to send winger Jonny Lopez in at the corner.
King added to his growing reputation by creating a gap for Johnstone to cross wide out.
And although the stand off was unable to convert either score, a buffer had been created which was enough to withstand a late rally in which loose forward Wayne Leyland crashed over, Rigby adding the extras.
Hornets set up Hull of a final!
WATH BROW HORNETS, who have reached the BARLA National Cup Final three times in the last decade, will be taking part once again after edging Ince Rose Bridge 14-12.
Hornets' remarkable affiliation to the competition, which was won at Bloomfield Road, Blackpool, in 2004 and 2005 after defeat at the Copeland Stadium in 1999, has been revived in the most remarkable of circumstances.
After suffering relegation from the National Conference League last season, however, Wath Brow may have surprised even themselves by once again reaching the final, which will be staged at Fylde RUFC, Blackpool, on Saturday May 24 as part of a `double header' with the final of the Bartlett's Champion of Champions Series, in which Halbro Cumbria Cup holders Ellenborough Rangers will be involved.
The present season is seen largely as part of a rebuilding process by Hornets, with an immediate return to the top flight of the NCL a priority since last September. East Hull, of the NCL's Premier Division and coached by Hull FC captain Lee Radford, will provide the opposition at Fylde after edging Thatto Heath Crusaders 20-18 but, on this form, Hornets will fear no one in the amateur game.
Ince were beaten 14-12 in testing conditions, with heavy rain limiting opportunities for both sides.
Wath Brow, however, were never behind and took the lead in the 24th minute through full back Gavin Curwen, who forced his way over after fine approach work by second row duo Mickey McAllister and Gary Elliott, with prop Mark Troughton - the man of the match - also having an impact in creating the score.
Stand off Craig Johnstone, another key figure, added the conversion but the Bridge restored parity by the break when scrum half Tony Baker popped over and winger Danny Rigby improved.
Wath Brow came close to going back in front when an enterprising kick by substitute James Toman bobbled over the dead ball line with chasers in hot pursuit, but Hornets claimed the score a heavy spell of pressure warranted when loose forward Dave Pettit and centre Francis King combined to send winger Jonny Lopez in at the corner.
King added to his growing reputation by creating a gap for Johnstone to cross wide out.
And although the stand off was unable to convert either score, a buffer had been created which was enough to withstand a late rally in which loose forward Wayne Leyland crashed over, Rigby adding the extras.
Brow bid to tame Lions
Hornets expecting one hull of a turnout for final
WATH Brow Hornets expect to take a travelling army of up to 800 fans to Blackpool for the club’s third National Cup final in five years.
The Cleator Moor amateur outfit booked their place in the May 24 showpiece thanks to a gritty 14-12 over last year’s beaten finalists Ince Rose Bridge, in an all-Division One semi at the weekend.
“We are well-supported in all our big games and had 500 to 600 watching on Saturday,” said spokesman Martin Brough.
“We are looking to take four supporters’ buses to the final and many more will travel down the day before. I’d expect us to have 700/800 there. It won’t just be Wath Brow fans, it’s a good day out for Cumbria. Lads will be there from the likes of Seaton and Egremont.”
The Hornets will make as few changes as possible to their regular matchday routine and expect to travel to Fylde RU Club, which will host the big final, on the day.
Title-chasing East Hull, the only Premier Division outfit in the last-four, edged out Thatto Heath Crusaders 20-18, in their semi.
“They have to be favourites in the final – and that’s how we like it,” Brough added. “Three Division One clubs reached the semi-finals.
“I know it depends on the draw, but all three have done brilliant to get so far. A lot of experienced ex-professionals and up-and-coming guys play in the Premier Division.”
Easts boss Lee Radford, Super League Hull’s skipper, says the club is now focusing on a league and cup double, though he was not happy with the performance against Thatto, labelling it their worst for some time.
“It was an ugly game to watch and my team put in an ugly performance but thankfully we had enough in the tank to win the game,” he said.
“They were a team who just wouldn’t go away and all credit to them for the way they played.”
Hornets set up Hull of a final!
Last updated 11:23, Monday, 17 March 2008
WATH BROW HORNETS, who have reached the BARLA National Cup Final three times in the last decade, will be taking part once again after edging Ince Rose Bridge 14-12.
Hornets' remarkable affiliation to the competition, which was won at Bloomfield Road, Blackpool, in 2004 and 2005 after defeat at the Copeland Stadium in 1999, has been revived in the most remarkable of circumstances.
After suffering relegation from the National Conference League last season, however, Wath Brow may have surprised even themselves by once again reaching the final, which will be staged at Fylde RUFC, Blackpool, on Saturday May 24 as part of a `double header' with the final of the Bartlett's Champion of Champions Series, in which Halbro Cumbria Cup holders Ellenborough Rangers will be involved.
The present season is seen largely as part of a rebuilding process by Hornets, with an immediate return to the top flight of the NCL a priority since last September. East Hull, of the NCL's Premier Division and coached by Hull FC captain Lee Radford, will provide the opposition at Fylde after edging Thatto Heath Crusaders 20-18 but, on this form, Hornets will fear no one in the amateur game.
Ince were beaten 14-12 in testing conditions, with heavy rain limiting opportunities for both sides.
Wath Brow, however, were never behind and took the lead in the 24th minute through full back Gavin Curwen, who forced his way over after fine approach work by second row duo Mickey McAllister and Gary Elliott, with prop Mark Troughton - the man of the match - also having an impact in creating the score.
Stand off Craig Johnstone, another key figure, added the conversion but the Bridge restored parity by the break when scrum half Tony Baker popped over and winger Danny Rigby improved.
Wath Brow came close to going back in front when an enterprising kick by substitute James Toman bobbled over the dead ball line with chasers in hot pursuit, but Hornets claimed the score a heavy spell of pressure warranted when loose forward Dave Pettit and centre Francis King combined to send winger Jonny Lopez in at the corner.
King added to his growing reputation by creating a gap for Johnstone to cross wide out.
And although the stand off was unable to convert either score, a buffer had been created which was enough to withstand a late rally in which loose forward Wayne Leyland crashed over, Rigby adding the extras.
Hornets set up Hull of a final!
WATH BROW HORNETS, who have reached the BARLA National Cup Final three times in the last decade, will be taking part once again after edging Ince Rose Bridge 14-12.
Hornets' remarkable affiliation to the competition, which was won at Bloomfield Road, Blackpool, in 2004 and 2005 after defeat at the Copeland Stadium in 1999, has been revived in the most remarkable of circumstances.
After suffering relegation from the National Conference League last season, however, Wath Brow may have surprised even themselves by once again reaching the final, which will be staged at Fylde RUFC, Blackpool, on Saturday May 24 as part of a `double header' with the final of the Bartlett's Champion of Champions Series, in which Halbro Cumbria Cup holders Ellenborough Rangers will be involved.
The present season is seen largely as part of a rebuilding process by Hornets, with an immediate return to the top flight of the NCL a priority since last September. East Hull, of the NCL's Premier Division and coached by Hull FC captain Lee Radford, will provide the opposition at Fylde after edging Thatto Heath Crusaders 20-18 but, on this form, Hornets will fear no one in the amateur game.
Ince were beaten 14-12 in testing conditions, with heavy rain limiting opportunities for both sides.
Wath Brow, however, were never behind and took the lead in the 24th minute through full back Gavin Curwen, who forced his way over after fine approach work by second row duo Mickey McAllister and Gary Elliott, with prop Mark Troughton - the man of the match - also having an impact in creating the score.
Stand off Craig Johnstone, another key figure, added the conversion but the Bridge restored parity by the break when scrum half Tony Baker popped over and winger Danny Rigby improved.
Wath Brow came close to going back in front when an enterprising kick by substitute James Toman bobbled over the dead ball line with chasers in hot pursuit, but Hornets claimed the score a heavy spell of pressure warranted when loose forward Dave Pettit and centre Francis King combined to send winger Jonny Lopez in at the corner.
King added to his growing reputation by creating a gap for Johnstone to cross wide out.
And although the stand off was unable to convert either score, a buffer had been created which was enough to withstand a late rally in which loose forward Wayne Leyland crashed over, Rigby adding the extras.
Hornets expecting one hull of a turnout for final
WATH Brow Hornets expect to take a travelling army of up to 800 fans to Blackpool for the club’s third National Cup final in five years.
The Cleator Moor amateur outfit booked their place in the May 24 showpiece thanks to a gritty 14-12 over last year’s beaten finalists Ince Rose Bridge, in an all-Division One semi at the weekend.
“We are well-supported in all our big games and had 500 to 600 watching on Saturday,” said spokesman Martin Brough.
“We are looking to take four supporters’ buses to the final and many more will travel down the day before. I’d expect us to have 700/800 there. It won’t just be Wath Brow fans, it’s a good day out for Cumbria. Lads will be there from the likes of Seaton and Egremont.”
The Hornets will make as few changes as possible to their regular matchday routine and expect to travel to Fylde RU Club, which will host the big final, on the day.
Title-chasing East Hull, the only Premier Division outfit in the last-four, edged out Thatto Heath Crusaders 20-18, in their semi.
“They have to be favourites in the final – and that’s how we like it,” Brough added. “Three Division One clubs reached the semi-finals.
“I know it depends on the draw, but all three have done brilliant to get so far. A lot of experienced ex-professionals and up-and-coming guys play in the Premier Division.”
Easts boss Lee Radford, Super League Hull’s skipper, says the club is now focusing on a league and cup double, though he was not happy with the performance against Thatto, labelling it their worst for some time.
“It was an ugly game to watch and my team put in an ugly performance but thankfully we had enough in the tank to win the game,” he said.
“They were a team who just wouldn’t go away and all credit to them for the way they played.”
WATH Brow Hornets expect to take a travelling army of up to 800 fans to Blackpool for the club’s third National Cup final in five years.
The Cleator Moor amateur outfit booked their place in the May 24 showpiece thanks to a gritty 14-12 over last year’s beaten finalists Ince Rose Bridge, in an all-Division One semi at the weekend.
“We are well-supported in all our big games and had 500 to 600 watching on Saturday,” said spokesman Martin Brough.
“We are looking to take four supporters’ buses to the final and many more will travel down the day before. I’d expect us to have 700/800 there. It won’t just be Wath Brow fans, it’s a good day out for Cumbria. Lads will be there from the likes of Seaton and Egremont.”
The Hornets will make as few changes as possible to their regular matchday routine and expect to travel to Fylde RU Club, which will host the big final, on the day.
Title-chasing East Hull, the only Premier Division outfit in the last-four, edged out Thatto Heath Crusaders 20-18, in their semi.
“They have to be favourites in the final – and that’s how we like it,” Brough added. “Three Division One clubs reached the semi-finals.
“I know it depends on the draw, but all three have done brilliant to get so far. A lot of experienced ex-professionals and up-and-coming guys play in the Premier Division.”
Easts boss Lee Radford, Super League Hull’s skipper, says the club is now focusing on a league and cup double, though he was not happy with the performance against Thatto, labelling it their worst for some time.
“It was an ugly game to watch and my team put in an ugly performance but thankfully we had enough in the tank to win the game,” he said.
“They were a team who just wouldn’t go away and all credit to them for the way they played.”
Hornets set up Hull of a final!
Last updated 11:23, Monday, 17 March 2008
WATH BROW HORNETS, who have reached the BARLA National Cup Final three times in the last decade, will be taking part once again after edging Ince Rose Bridge 14-12.
Hornets' remarkable affiliation to the competition, which was won at Bloomfield Road, Blackpool, in 2004 and 2005 after defeat at the Copeland Stadium in 1999, has been revived in the most remarkable of circumstances.
After suffering relegation from the National Conference League last season, however, Wath Brow may have surprised even themselves by once again reaching the final, which will be staged at Fylde RUFC, Blackpool, on Saturday May 24 as part of a `double header' with the final of the Bartlett's Champion of Champions Series, in which Halbro Cumbria Cup holders Ellenborough Rangers will be involved.
The present season is seen largely as part of a rebuilding process by Hornets, with an immediate return to the top flight of the NCL a priority since last September. East Hull, of the NCL's Premier Division and coached by Hull FC captain Lee Radford, will provide the opposition at Fylde after edging Thatto Heath Crusaders 20-18 but, on this form, Hornets will fear no one in the amateur game.
Ince were beaten 14-12 in testing conditions, with heavy rain limiting opportunities for both sides.
Wath Brow, however, were never behind and took the lead in the 24th minute through full back Gavin Curwen, who forced his way over after fine approach work by second row duo Mickey McAllister and Gary Elliott, with prop Mark Troughton - the man of the match - also having an impact in creating the score.
Stand off Craig Johnstone, another key figure, added the conversion but the Bridge restored parity by the break when scrum half Tony Baker popped over and winger Danny Rigby improved.
Wath Brow came close to going back in front when an enterprising kick by substitute James Toman bobbled over the dead ball line with chasers in hot pursuit, but Hornets claimed the score a heavy spell of pressure warranted when loose forward Dave Pettit and centre Francis King combined to send winger Jonny Lopez in at the corner.
King added to his growing reputation by creating a gap for Johnstone to cross wide out.
And although the stand off was unable to convert either score, a buffer had been created which was enough to withstand a late rally in which loose forward Wayne Leyland crashed over, Rigby adding the extras.
WATH BROW HORNETS, who have reached the BARLA National Cup Final three times in the last decade, will be taking part once again after edging Ince Rose Bridge 14-12.
Hornets' remarkable affiliation to the competition, which was won at Bloomfield Road, Blackpool, in 2004 and 2005 after defeat at the Copeland Stadium in 1999, has been revived in the most remarkable of circumstances.
After suffering relegation from the National Conference League last season, however, Wath Brow may have surprised even themselves by once again reaching the final, which will be staged at Fylde RUFC, Blackpool, on Saturday May 24 as part of a `double header' with the final of the Bartlett's Champion of Champions Series, in which Halbro Cumbria Cup holders Ellenborough Rangers will be involved.
The present season is seen largely as part of a rebuilding process by Hornets, with an immediate return to the top flight of the NCL a priority since last September. East Hull, of the NCL's Premier Division and coached by Hull FC captain Lee Radford, will provide the opposition at Fylde after edging Thatto Heath Crusaders 20-18 but, on this form, Hornets will fear no one in the amateur game.
Ince were beaten 14-12 in testing conditions, with heavy rain limiting opportunities for both sides.
Wath Brow, however, were never behind and took the lead in the 24th minute through full back Gavin Curwen, who forced his way over after fine approach work by second row duo Mickey McAllister and Gary Elliott, with prop Mark Troughton - the man of the match - also having an impact in creating the score.
Stand off Craig Johnstone, another key figure, added the conversion but the Bridge restored parity by the break when scrum half Tony Baker popped over and winger Danny Rigby improved.
Wath Brow came close to going back in front when an enterprising kick by substitute James Toman bobbled over the dead ball line with chasers in hot pursuit, but Hornets claimed the score a heavy spell of pressure warranted when loose forward Dave Pettit and centre Francis King combined to send winger Jonny Lopez in at the corner.
King added to his growing reputation by creating a gap for Johnstone to cross wide out.
And although the stand off was unable to convert either score, a buffer had been created which was enough to withstand a late rally in which loose forward Wayne Leyland crashed over, Rigby adding the extras.
Brow bid to tame Lions
Published on 29/02/2008
GIANT-KILLERS Wath Brow Hornets will host NL2 Swinton Lions in the Carnegie Challenge Cup third round.
But the draw was less kind to Whitehaven and Workington Town, who both faces tricky trips to Conference Premier Division opposition.
Haven face pacesetters Leigh Miners, arguably the amateur game’s top club at present, while Town travel to mid-table Wigan St Pat’s.
“The draw’s great news for us,” said Brow coach Ian Rooney. “We are just delighted to get a home draw.
“Let’s hope a few West Cumbrian people come out to cheer us on, and we’ll try to cause Swinton a few problems.”
The Hornets, who have previously faced seven pro clubs in Challenge Cup action, are likely to approach Haven to ask if the Recre can host the tie, the weekend after next.
“We’d hope to come to some agreement with Whitehaven, especially with them being away from home,” Rooney added.
“They have been excellent with us in the past, and we would like to thank them for that.”
Swinton have already visited the Recre this season. Paul Kidd’s team went down 44-8 in a pre-season friendly last month. The Lions blooded 11 new players but were without the inspirational Martin Moana.
They have won one of their four NR Cup games to date, opening their account with a 38-34 success at Rochdale on Sunday.
Third Round Draw
Sheffield Eagles v Lezignan XIII; York City Knights v Halifax; Leeds Metropolitan University v Doncaster; Blackpool Panthers v Featherstone Rovers; Wath Brow Hornets v Swinton Lions; Rochdale Hornets v York Acorn;
London Skolars v Queens; Bank Quay Bulls v Hunslet Hawks; British Army v Oldham; Leigh Centurions v Featherstone Lions; Batley Bulldogs v East Hull; Wigan St Pats v Workington Town; Keighley Cougars v Toulouse XIII
Gateshead Thunder v SM Pia XIII; Celtic Crusaders v Lokomotiv Moscow; Mayfield v Barrow Raiders; Widnes Vikings v Skirlaugh; Oulton Raiders v Dewsbury Rams; Salford City Reds v Warrington Wizards; Leigh Miners Rangers v Whitehaven
Full strength Brow
Published on 19/02/2008
WATH Brow will be picking a team from strength when they entertain Cumbria Cup holders Ellenborough in Saturday’s huge Carnegie Challenge Cup tie.
The Hornets kept their National Conference promotion hopes on track with an impressive 20-12 win at Eccles & Salford on Saturday.
Ryan Amor, Andrew Hocking, Gary Elliott and James McClelland crossed for the Hornets, as they overcame a 6-4 halt-time deficit to win 20-12.
“Young Ryan Amor had a tooth knocked out, but everyone came through it rather well,” said spokesman Martin Brough.
“We are now just looking forward to Saturday and a healthy crowd. We haven’t played Ellenborough in a derby for a long time, and they way they are playing, maybe they should be favourites. They will be full of confidence.
“I think we’d lost four in a row away from home before Saturday, so it was good to get the win.”
The winners of Saturday’s tie (1.30pm) go in to the third round draw, when National League clubs enter the competition.
The Hornets lie five points off a Division One promotion place, and a return to the Premier level remains their top priority.
“We could have a nice little derby next year, as it looks like Millom could come up from Division Two, but we have to go for our main objective – promotion,” Brough added.
Millom lie second in Division Two, four points behind Normanton Knights with a game in hand.
Brow v Seaton tonight
Published on 22/02/2008
WATH Brow’s Cumberland League clash with Seaton has been brought forward to tonight, so the Hornets’ second-string can cheer on their Conference side against Ellenborough in tomorrow’s massive Carnegie Challenge Cup tie.
The Division One game had been scheduled for tomorrow, but Seaton have agreed to play tonight (7pm), under floodlights at Workington RU Club.
“It shows great co-operation between the clubs,” said Cumberland league chairman Roger Blair.
“It’s going to be a fantastic clash on Saturday. These ties come up now and again, and they make the hairs stand up on the back of your neck.
“Ellenborough have been tingling since the draw came out. Wath Brow have lost players to Whitehaven and are slowly rebuilding.
“But they are still a fair side and are formidable at home. Home draws are so vital at this stage of the competition.”
The Challenge Cup meeting between the old rivals is West Cumbria’s biggest ARL occasion for years, and Blair reckons the attendance could hit four-figures.
The National Cup semi-final game between the pair attracted over 2,000 fans to the Brow in 1999, though a crowd of that size is not expected.
Ellenborough chairman Wilson Smith said: “There will be a massive crowd. We should be at full-strength, and if Brow are the same, who knows.
“A lot of folk think there’s animosity between the two clubs but there isn’t. No one has been better to us with information than Wath Brow in the previous rounds of the competition.
“The 40/20 rule is in place, which is to our disadvantage, as we don’t use it in the Cumberland League. But we have got through two matches already when it has been used.”
The Hornets are keen to book a third-round slot, though their main aim remains promotion from Conference Division One.
They lie fifth in the table, and Saddleworth, in third, five points ahead, should put further distance between the teams when they entertain bottom club East Leeds tomorrow.
Shaw Cross Sharks will draw level with the Hornets, if they take two points against visitors Widnes St Marie’s.
The Division One game had been scheduled for tomorrow, but Seaton have agreed to play tonight (7pm), under floodlights at Workington RU Club.
“It shows great co-operation between the clubs,” said Cumberland league chairman Roger Blair.
“It’s going to be a fantastic clash on Saturday. These ties come up now and again, and they make the hairs stand up on the back of your neck.
“Ellenborough have been tingling since the draw came out. Wath Brow have lost players to Whitehaven and are slowly rebuilding.
“But they are still a fair side and are formidable at home. Home draws are so vital at this stage of the competition.”
The Challenge Cup meeting between the old rivals is West Cumbria’s biggest ARL occasion for years, and Blair reckons the attendance could hit four-figures.
The National Cup semi-final game between the pair attracted over 2,000 fans to the Brow in 1999, though a crowd of that size is not expected.
Ellenborough chairman Wilson Smith said: “There will be a massive crowd. We should be at full-strength, and if Brow are the same, who knows.
“A lot of folk think there’s animosity between the two clubs but there isn’t. No one has been better to us with information than Wath Brow in the previous rounds of the competition.
“The 40/20 rule is in place, which is to our disadvantage, as we don’t use it in the Cumberland League. But we have got through two matches already when it has been used.”
The Hornets are keen to book a third-round slot, though their main aim remains promotion from Conference Division One.
They lie fifth in the table, and Saddleworth, in third, five points ahead, should put further distance between the teams when they entertain bottom club East Leeds tomorrow.
Shaw Cross Sharks will draw level with the Hornets, if they take two points against visitors Widnes St Marie’s.
ONE of the country’s brightest rugby league prospects, James Donaldson from Whitehaven School’s all-conquering team, has signed for leading Super League club Bradford Bulls.
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