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New Wharfedale Signing Sam Cox Reunited with Former Beckett Teammate 

One of Wharfedale’s newest signings Sam Cox has joined forces once again with former Leeds Beckett 1st XV captain Madison Hunting after confirming the move towards the end of the 23/24 season.  

Historic Varsity Controversy Casts a Gloom Over Student Achievements 

The annual Leeds Varsity, a spectacle marked in the calendar of every student athlete usually a year in advance. The ultimate showcase of passion, pride and perseverance during a time of stress, panic and worry for most students involved.  

Super League Final 2023: Will it be number six for Wigan Warriors or a fairy-tale ending for Sam Tomkins and a first win for the Catalans Dragons? 

The Wigan Warriors matchup against the Catalans Dragons at Old Trafford for the 2023 Super League Final, but only one will be victorious.

A first Wheelchair Super League Grand Final in the books for Wigan Warriors

Wheelchair player Adam Rigby answering a question

Wigan Warriors Wheelchair set to make their first Grand Final appearance after just two seasons of being in the league.

Leeds Beckett Rugby Union set for San Diego before Varsity

Headingley rugby stadium

The Leeds Beckett rugby union team are going on a 10 day trip San Diego before the big Varsity game!

Cook Islands finish of World Cup preparations in strong style ahead of testing group draw

Cook Islands head coach, Anthony ‘Rusty’ Tamati Matua, hopes his experience can lead to a shock upset at the 2021 Womens Rugby League World Cup.

“I wanted to show that they’re missing out”- Crowl on missing out on England Women’s Rugby League World Cup Squad

Chantelle Crowl talks about the importance of the England Knights after being left out of World Cup Squad.

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