Championships Review – Round 2
Widnes Vikings, Halifax and Featherstone Rovers are the early pace-setters in the Championship after securing their second wins of the season.
Bennett praises resilient Dragons
St George supremo Wayne Bennett has praised the resilience of his team following their gutsy 18-12 victory over Parramatta
Eels fall to open day loss
Parramatta Eels have shown they will once again be the entertainers of the NRL after a spirited first-round 18-12 loss to the St George Illawarra Dragons.
Preview: Batley v Halifax
Batley coach Karl Harrison could be boosted by three dual-registered players making their Batley debuts in front of the Sky Sports cameras.
Preview: Halifax v Sheffield
Makali Aizue could make his Halifax debut in their Co-operative Championship opener on Sunday – but only if his visa application is processed in the next two days.
Ryles glad to be free from fickle fans
Fans can be fickle at the best of times, and new Sydney Roosters recruit Jason Ryles certainly knows it from his time at St George.
Championship Preview: Halifax
2009 will live long in the memory of Halifax supporters for a variety of reasons.
NRC Preview: Halifax v Hunslet
Hunslet will travel to Championship side Halifax in confidence after overcoming Oldham at the weekend.
NRC Preview: Sheffield v Halifax
Ryan Hepworth is set to return for the Eagles at Don Valley Stadium after completing his three-match suspension.
NRC Preview: London v Halifax
London coach James Massara remains upbeat despite two heavy defeats at the start of their campaign.
Frontline Fair Play Index returns
The Frontline Fair Play Index will return in 2010 to identify the most disciplined clubs in Super League and the Championship.
NRC Preview: Halifax v Dewsbury
Ben Black (foot) has an outside chance of playing in Halifax’s Northern Rail Cup opening game against Dewsbury.
NRC Preview: Sheffield v Halifax
Mark Aston has dismissed the idea that he may have liked an easier start to his Northern Rail Cup campaign.
Saint Bennett’s testimonial set for Friday
Mike Bennett’s testimonial has been re-arranged for this Friday, with St Helens taking on Championship side Halifax.
Morris out to prove a point
St George winger Brett Morris admits that his Dragons team-mates have a point to prove after last season’s disappointments.
Halifax confirm Branighan signing
Halifax have completed the signing of Gateshead Thunder half back Luke Branighan on a two year deal, triggering the release of injury-plagued playmaker Mick Govin.
Championships break one million barrier
More than one million people have watched coverage of The Co-operative Championships on Sky Sports this season, according to new figures published today.
Ellis named Championship Player of the Year
Barrow hooker Andy Ellis was named Championship Player of the Year at an awards ceremony last night.
Royston signs new Fax deal
Halifax utility Shad Royston has committed himself to the club for next season.
Barrow 35-12 Halifax
Barrow Raiders booked their place at the Co-operative Championship Grand Final with a comprehensive 35-12 win over Halifax at Craven Park.
Clarke: Barrow can beat Fax
Barrow Raiders will need to beat Halifax for the first time in 2009 to reach the Co-operative Championship Grand Final at the first attempt.
Parramatta shock minor premiers
Daniel Anderson’s Parramatta completed a remarkable turnaround to defeat minor premiers St George 25-12 in the NRL play-offs.
Halifax capture Aizue
Hull KR‘s Papua New Guinea forward Makali Aizue has signed for Championship club Halifax on a two-year contract.