Rugby League Today: Hall one of the best, Burrow’s special night & Hill on Warrington exit
A wrap up of the latest news in rugby league…
What’s on site
Huddersfield confirm signing of Chris Hill.
“The time is right” – Ryan Atkins calls time on his career.
Sam Tomkins excited to lead England against France in Perpignan.
Rankings: Top try and points scorers in Super League, Championship and League 1.
Whitehaven announce new head coach for next season.
What’s in the papers
Warrington will always be my second home, says departing Chris Hill. (Warrington Guardian)
Leeds starlet Jack Broadbent on life as a referee before Super League. (Mirror)
Young Saints packman Matty Foster needs surgery on ACL. (St Helens Star)
Ryan Hall is “one of best wingers England has produced”, believes Hull KR boss Tony Smith. (The Yorkshire Post)
Super League does not need significant change, insists Wigan boss Ian Lenagan. (Wigan Today)
What’s on social
Ryan Atkins has enjoyed a stellar career.
💪 More than 400 appearances
🏴 8 England caps
🔥 Super League's sixth-highest try scorer
🏆 2 Challenge Cups
🛡️ 2 League Leaders' ShieldsWhat a career, Ryan Atkins! 👏 #rugbyleague pic.twitter.com/7d7oBXLmHb
— Love Rugby League (@loverugbyleague) September 9, 2021
Chris Hill on leaving Warrington after 10 seasons…
💬 @Chrishilly1987: "It’s like my second home now and always will be."#WeAreTheWire pic.twitter.com/YO1Br2mKwE
— Warrington Wolves (@WarringtonRLFC) September 10, 2021
It was good to see Rob Burrow get recognised for his tremendous work in raising awareness for MND last night.
👏 Congratulations to @kategarraway on a richly-deserved @officialntas win.
We are so incredibly proud of @Rob7Burrow on his nomination and raising awareness of MND.
If you'd like to find out more about Motor Neurone Disease and how you can help, visit: https://t.co/kGNry9YCiK pic.twitter.com/sXf7gOlrGX
— Rugby Football League (@TheRFL) September 9, 2021
A special night for Rob and his family.
The Burrow family are in the building @OfficialNTAs pic.twitter.com/ke9FSK9v02
— Leeds Rhinos (@leedsrhinos) September 9, 2021
What’s on TV/Radio
LIVE NRL: Melbourne Storm v Manly Sea Eagles (10:50am) – Sky Sports Arena or Watch NRL
LIVE SL: St Helens v Leeds (7:45pm) – Sky Sports Mix
Birthdays
Great Britain, England and St Helens legend James Graham turns 36 today (September 10).
Also celebrating; ex-Hull KR prop Tommy Gallagher (38) and Rochdale half-back Rob Fairclough (24).
Trivia
Wigan centre Oliver Gildart needs one appearance to reach 150 for his career.
