RL Today: Tee Ritson linked with move & James Graham on Podcast
Tee Ritson linked with Super League move
Barrow winger Tee Ritson has been offered to Super League and Championship clubs. (Rugby League Live).
Ritson was the top try-scorer in League 1 last season, and has started well in the Championship for Barrow.
Ricky Leutele credits weight loss for success
Huddersfield centre Ricky Leutele has put his form in 2022 down to him losing weight. (Daily Mirror).
He told Daily Mirror: “I was probably five kilos heavier than I am now. I was injured most of last season as well but it’s come good now and I’ve got my body in good shape. It was a decision between me and our conditioner GB (Greg Brown) more than anything Watto said and it paid dividends. It’s easier moving around the field a lot lighter. I’ve worked hard and got my fitness up. I feel like I am going well.”
Forward departs Sheffield
Sheffield Eagles have announced the departure of second-row forward Liam Johnson.
Johnson, who signed for the club from Doncaster ahead of the 2022 season, has taken an opportunity with the Fire Service.
Robins youngsters join Workington
Workington Town have announced Tom Wilkinson and Will Tate have signed for the club on loan from Hull KR.
It will be Tate’s second stint at the club this season, having previously played in the Cumbrian derby.
Paul McShane to feature on Question of Sport
Castleford hooker Paul McShane will feature on the BBC quiz show Question of Sport on Friday.
He has been confirmed as a guest on the show, alongside former England cricketer Steve Harmison.
🏉 Over 300 career appearances
🏅 2020 @SuperLeague Man of Steel
💪 @CTRLFC Captain👋 Let's give a big welcome to @mcshane_paul, a guest on this week's #QuestionofSport.
📺 8:00pm. Friday. BBC One. pic.twitter.com/dxGJXNNV5c
— Question of Sport (@QuestionofSport) May 11, 2022
James Graham on Love Rugby League podcast
James Graham is the latest guest on the Love Rugby League podcast.
The former England captain discusses a wide range of topics with host George Riley in this week’s Big Interview.
Birthdays
Former Bradford forward Joe Tamani turns 50 today. (12th May).
Also celebrating; former Scotland international Luke Douglas (36), former St Helens and Catalans half-back Luke Walsh (35), Huddersfield forward Josh Jones (29) and Hull KR winger Ethan Ryan (26).
Trivia
Ricky Leutele was part of the Toronto side that won promotion to the Super League.
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