RL Today: Young’s NRL ambitions, Aberdeen Warriors plan return & Leuluai on his future
Enari Tuala (left) and new signing Dom Young (right) during a Newcastle Knights NRL training session
A wrap up of the latest news in rugby league.
What’s on site
Zane Tetevano thrilled to follow in footsteps of Kevin Sinfield with No. 13.
Wakefield announce 2021 squad numbers.
Shaun Lunt announces retirement.
Leeds powerhouse Zane Tetevano eyes World Cup spot with Cook Islands.
Full fixture list for Super League season confirmed as Grand Final returns to Old Trafford.
What’s in the papers
Dominic Young heading next generation of stars looking to crack Australia’s NRL, reports the Mirror.
Thomas Leuluai in no rush to decide on playing future with Wigan, reports Wigan Today.
Leeds can be serious challengers in Super League, says Kevin Sinfield, reports Yorkshire Evening Post.
Fijian rugby league team sing from balconies to thank Sydney hotel quarantine staff – video, reports The Guardian.
Warrington prop Chris Hill on his time at Leigh, reports Leigh Journal.
What’s on social
It is good to see that Scottish club Aberdeen Warriors are planning to return in 2022.
**NEWS** We are delighted to announce that Aberdeen Warriors are planning to bring Rugby League back to the North East in 2022.
Of you would like to be apart of the resurrection please contact Mike by emailing: chairman@aberdeenwarriors.com pic.twitter.com/4B80LpkQeT
— Aberdeen Warriors RL (@AberdeenWarrior) February 26, 2021
Palau secured their first win of the French Elite One Championship season on Sunday!
Pelo Broncos! A win at last for Elite One's Catalan underdogs Palau Broncos… sing loud and proud, fiers d'etre mes amis!
❤💛🐴 pic.twitter.com/9uBFZDrvIV— Catalan Media 🇲🇫 (@catalanmedia) February 28, 2021
Rugby league has been played in some outstanding locations…
🏟️ What is the best stadium where you've watched a rugby league match? #rugbyleague pic.twitter.com/vI7hv74o9W
— Love Rugby League (@loverugbyleague) February 27, 2021
What’s on TV/Radio
Games from the French Elite Championship are being streamed live every weekend.
Sky Sports’ Golden Point podcast is available to download now.
The latest Forty20 LIVE podcast is out now.
The latest 5 Live Rugby League Podcast is out now, hosted by Dave Woods.
Birthdays
Penrith Panthers coach Ivan Cleary turns 50 today.
Also celebrating; former Wakefield forward Anthony Tupou (38), Limoux forward Kyle Trout (30), Widnes forward Kenny Baker (29), Parramatta Eels forward Nathan Brown (28), Newcastle Knights half-back Kurt Mann (28), Leeds forward Rhyse Martin (28), Wakefield forward Kelepi Tanginoa (27), London Broncos half-back Cory Aston (26) and Catalans forward Benjamin Jullien (26).
Trivia
The most points scored in a Super League match by one team is 96, with Bradford beating Salford 96-16 in 2000.
Rugby League Nostalgia is here! Get involved with Love Rugby League’s new group on Facebook to share all your rugby league nostalgia and celebrate the rich heritage of our sport.
