Betfred Championship round one highlights
All the highlights from the first round of the Betfred Championship.
Championship
Dec Patton quick to extend Bradford stay
Bradford half-back Dec Patton has signed a contract extension with the Bulls, keeping him there until the end of 2023.
Championship giants could compete in Super League environment
Some of the top teams in the Championship could compete consistently in a Super League environment, according to Barrow player Nathan Mossop.
Championship: The encouraging numbers from the opening weekend
It was a positive start on and off the field for the Betfred Championship at the weekend.
Matty Dawson-Jones happy to be playing again
Bradford winger Matty Dawson-Jones has said just playing again is making him happy, after picking up a try double against Dewsbury.
London hoping to rectify errors against Halifax, says winger
London Broncos winger Lameck Juma is hoping his side can cut out the errors they made against Widnes ahead of their next match on Sunday.
York City Knights praised after battling Featherstone defeat
Kevin Brown, Leon Pryce and Jodie Cunningham all praised York in their defeat to Featherstone.
Brian McDermott praises skipper in victory and provides injury update
Brian McDermott praised his captain James Lockwood following Featherstone’s victory over York at the LNER Community Stadium.
Featherstone Rovers triumph as Monday night Championship kicks off – three talking points
Monday Night Rugby League kicked off at the LNER Community Stadium as Featherstone showed their class with a 28-12 win over York.
Jesse Sene-Lefao dislocates shoulder on Featherstone debut
Jesse Sene-Lefao has dislocated his shoulder on his Featherstone Rovers debut.
Featherstone Rovers have what it takes to make Super League says Craig Hall
Featherstone Rovers utility Craig Hall says his side have what it takes to make Super League this season.
Leigh Centurions sign Wigan forward on loan as winger departs
Leigh Centurions have announced the signing of youngster James McDonnell on a month’s loan from Wigan.
Championship round-up: Leigh Centurions put on a show as Batley beat Halifax
The Championship season started with a bang on Sunday, with Leigh Centurions putting 50 past Whitehaven and Batley edging past Halifax.
Jesse Sene-Lefao reveals his ‘special’ link to Featherstone team-mate
Jesse Sene-Lefao will be extra proud to wear the number 12 shirt for Featherstone this year thanks to a special link to his team-mate Morgan Smith.
London Broncos recruit Brad Foster on 2022 goals and playing at Plough Lane
London Broncos recruit Brad Foster has discussed the club’s goals for the 2022 Championship campaign.
Barrow Raiders looking to continue ‘fine’ home record on return to Championship
Barrow Raiders return to the Championship in 2022 following their promotion from League 1.
Betfred Championship 2022 Season Previews, squad lists and ones to watch
All the squads for the 2022 Betfred Championship season.
Bradford Bulls sign Leeds pair on loan
Bradford Bulls have signed youngsters Corey Johnson and Muizz Mustapha on loan from Leeds.
Dane Chisholm’s eight-match ban scrapped after appeal
Featherstone’s Dane Chisholm is free to start the Championship season after his eight-match ban was rescinded.
London Broncos: We want to see Plough Lane packed with a new generation of rugby league fans
London Broncos CEO Jason Loubser is hoping their new home in Plough Lane can help attract more fans for his Championship club.
Jesse Sene-Lefao on Salford deal that never was and Featherstone move
Featherstone’s new signing Jesse Sene-Lefao has revealed he came close to joining Super League side Salford before Rovers came in for him.
How London Broncos partnership with AFC Wimbledon is the perfect fit
AFC Wimbledon head coach Mark Robinson has discussed the benefits that both sides will get out of their new partnership with London Broncos.
Newcastle Thunder 2022 squad numbers announced
Full-time Championship club Newcastle Thunder have confirmed their squad numbers for the new season, with new recruit Mitch Clark wearing the number 10.
Adrian Lam “comfortable” with Leigh squad but would like more signings
Leigh coach Adrian Lam says he feels comfortable with the squad he has at his disposal, but would like a couple more signings come through the door.
Joe Mellor says Leigh in a good position ahead of Championship opener
Leigh half-back Joe Mellor has said his side are in a good position ahead of the start of the Championship season this weekend.