Hints at more Championship expansion; clubs could merge
The Championship could extend to 16 teams to accommodate the new Ottawa side, according to Bradford chairman Andrew Chalmers.
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Swinton offering fantastic ticket prices for visit of Toronto
Swinton are charging adults just £5 to watch their Championship clash against Toronto – as they aim to make rugby league accessible and affordable for all.
Championship forward not facing suspension for incident with ball boy
Dewsbury forward Samy Kibula will not face a ban following a coming together with a ball boy.
Our League to stream nine games in June
The Our League channel will show nine games during June, including Championship, League 1, Women’s Super League and 1895 Cup action.
Barrow half-back banned for eight matches
Barrow half-back Lewis Charnock has been handed an eight-match ban for a tackle that resulted in a season-ending injury.
Bradford confirm signing of Jordan Lilley from Leeds on permanent deal
Half-back Jordan Lilley has penned a permanent two-year with Bradford, joining from Leeds.
Widnes hoping for Anthony Gelling boost
Widnes coach Kieron Purtill is hoping centre Anthony Gelling will return to action in next week’s 1895 Cup clash against Featherstone.
Championship round-up: Toulouse overpower Leigh, Widnes suffer setback, ugly scenes at Swinton
There were some pivotal results at both ends of the table in Round 15 of the Betfred Championship.
Toronto Wolfpack bring in former Leeds assistant Chris Plume
Toronto have appointed former Leeds man Chris Plume as their new assistant coach.
Leigh-united: Who would you like to see return to your club?
Gareth Hock became the latest in a long line of former players to return to Leigh, making it 11 in total under John Duffy.
Jodie Broughton gets Toulouse chance
Catalans winger Jodie Broughton has joined Championship side Toulouse on dual-registration.
Halifax bring in Huddersfield forward on loan
Halifax have signed young forward Jon Luke Kirby on an initial month’s loan deal from Huddersfield.
Hull KR pair boost York squad
York have signed Hull KR pair Junior Vaivai and Will Oakes on a month’s loan.
Gareth Hock returns to Leigh
Leigh have re-signed forward Gareth Hock following his release by Barrow.
Perry Whiteley: York’s Summer Bash performance can be forgotten with Widnes win
York City Knights winger Perry Whiteley believes their disappointing Championship Summer Bash performance can be all-but forgotten with a win over Widnes this weekend.
Rochdale bring in Oscar Thomas on loan
Rochdale have announced that Scottish international Oscar Thomas has joined the club from Championship rivals Swinton until the end of the season.
Leigh forge dual-registration agreement with Oldham
Leigh have announced a dual-registration agreement with League One side Oldham until the end of the season.
Halifax appoint Simon Grix as coach on two-and-a-half year deal
Halifax have appointed Simon Grix as head coach after a successful spell as interim.
Featherstone sign Dale Ferguson on loan
Featherstone have signed Dale Ferguson on a month’s loan from Huddersfield.
Have your say: Where should the Summer Bash be held in 2020?
The Championship Summer Bash enjoyed its fifth year at Bloomfield Road in Blackpool at the weekend, attracting a total of 15,070 fans across the two days.
Leigh not ready for Super League return yet
Leigh head coach John Duffy believes his side may not be ready for an immediate Super League return.
Dane Chisholm explains Bradford exit as he prepares to play against them
Dane Chisholm was the star of the show as Featherstone thumped York at Summer Bash, and now he looks forward to facing former club Bradford.
Brian McDermott: Championship toughness would shock Super League clubs
Toronto coach Brian McDermott revealed he has “ultimate respect” for the Championship and its players because of their incredible work ethic.
Summer Bash showed what Championship has to offer, says RFL boss
Rugby Football League chief executive Ralph Rimmer insists the Summer Bash adds a ‘feelgood’ factor to the Championship.
