Rugby League Today: Bullock bids farewell, Gale future & Hull linked with Fiji star
A wrap up of the latest news in rugby league…
What’s on site
From wooden spoonists to semi-finalists: The tremendous rise of Hull KR.
Michael Shenton to join Hull’s backroom staff.
New season to kick-off with 9s programme across France.
2021 Super League Dream Team announced.
Widnes sign four players from Oldham.
What’s in the papers
Gary Hetherington pays tribute to Luke Gale as he discusses Leeds exit rumours. (Leeds Live)
Hull keeping tabs on Fiji international Joe Lovodua. (Hull Daily Mail)
Tony Smith has got Hull KR’s unlikely lads playing for the badge, says old favourite Scott Murrell. (The Yorkshire Post)
Kane Linnett on Dream Team recognition, Hull KR pride and repeating Warrington heroics. (Hull Daily Mail)
10 Warrington talking points at end of 2021 season. (Warrington Guardian)
What’s on social
Good to see Elliot Minchella on the road to recovery.
Back on the grass 🏃🏽♂️ almost 5 months post surgery and it felt so good to be back running again, not breaking any records but I’m coming 🙌🏽👊🏽 pic.twitter.com/LiEbH8m7VO
— Elliot Minchella (@ElliotMinchella) September 27, 2021
Scotland have named their extended squad to face Jamaica this autumn.
𝘽𝙍𝘼𝙑𝙀𝙃𝙀𝘼𝙍𝙏𝙎 𝙎𝙌𝙐𝘼𝘿 🏴
Scotland Head Coach Nathan Graham has named an extended squad for the Braveheart’s upcoming clash with @JAMRugbyLeague. Congratulations to all selected 🙌
Full story 👉 https://t.co/VYzsN3CUBu pic.twitter.com/xvHpo21okU
— Scotland Rugby League 🏴 (@scotlandrl) September 27, 2021
Joe Bullock has bid farewell to Wigan ahead of his expected move to Warrington.
What’s on TV/Radio
BBC 5 Live Rugby League Podcast – The Fans View on Rugby League.
Birthdays
Australia, Queensland and Brisbane Broncos legend Shane Webcke turns 48 today (September 28).
Also celebrating; Dewsbury coach Lee Greenwood (41) and Halifax coach Simon Grix (36).
Trivia
Jamaica will compete in the World Cup for the first-time ever next year.