Editor’s column: Naff kits, empty seats & unbelievable drama
There were a few stories of people having left day one of Magic Weekend after 75 minutes of Catalans’ dramatic win over St Helens.
Blogs
From a fan’s perspective: Future is bright for Ottawa Aces if the franchise is done correctly
Alan Taylor was at the Ottawa Aces press launch, and he has given his opinion on rugby league’s latest franchise.
The hipster’s choice, brave Broncos but that’s sport & wounded Lions
Editor James Gordon has penned his latest column on the bright lights and big cities of sport.
Why not televising the St Helens-Wigan derby is a daft call
When will common sense prevail in rugby league?
Expansionist Blog: Regan Grace aiming to fly flag for Wales in Great Britain squad
How does a young lad from the rugby union mad town of Port Talbot become one of rugby league’s hottest prospects?
Expansionist Blog: Nou Camp rugby league show a present for Catalonia
Catalans captain Remi Casty would love to play at the Nou Camp again next year, but knows it will be a difficult objective to fulfil.
Editor’s column: Referee abuse doing more harm than good
Rugby league and society have a lot in common – they’re both broken.
Stevie Ward: I’m not vegetating, I’m cultivating
You knew Stevie Ward had to be good as soon as you heard his name. Not Steven, not Steve, not even Ste. Stevie. You have to be able to walk ...
Drew’s views: Why have England announced their squad with no games planned?
England have confirmed their latest Elite Performance Squad but it’s pointless!
The good, the bad & the ugly: Salford rising, Catalans embarrassed, farcical postponement
We never have a quiet week in rugby league, do we?
Opinion: Clubs should take note of Warrington’s wonderful marketing and learn from the Wolves
Warrington have set the benchmark for marketing and advertisement in Super League this year.
Expansionist Blog: Joseph Paulo believes Samoa are bridging the gap on tier-one nations
Joseph Paulo insists Samoa have world class talent and are not far off following in the footsteps of Tonga and putting their own stamp on the international scene.
Expansionist Blog: Toronto and London link can only be a good thing for rugby league
Why are people moaning about Toronto buying a stake in London Skolars? If you look at the actual reasons why, it is actually encouraging for the sport.
Column: British rugby league needs to make the players superstars
We need to make superstars in the British game, especially after England Academy wrapped up a series whitewash against the Australian Schoolboys.
Expansionist Blog: Rugby league in Greece forced to play games at midnight and players risk being arrested
The current state of affairs in rugby league in Greece at the moment are worrying and alarming, but most of all – unbelievable.
Opinion: Super League on the rise thanks to marquee signings
The calibre of overseas players moving to Super League can only be a good thing.
Opinion: Salford’s signings have been a revelation for Super League
Salford’s star signings Jackson Hastings and Joey Lussick have been a breath of fresh air so far and Super League need more players like them.
Column: Let’s get Super League clubs back in the Yorkshire Cup
Super League clubs need to be involved in the Yorkshire Cup if it is to gain wide popularity.
Column: A mid-season international in 2019 for England is a must
England need to have a mid-season international next year, and it doesn’t matter who it is against.
Expansionist Blog: It is important Catalans kick on from Challenge Cup triumph
It is vital that Catalans capitalise on their Challenge Cup victory and make sure that it wasn’t just a one-off.
Analysis: St Helens’ NRL triple threat could be the difference in 2019
With Ben Barba going back home – St Helens wasted no time in bringing in more top NRL quality to fill the void left behind.
Analysis: Jarrod Sammut to provide spark in Wigan’s attack
A lot of eyebrows were raised on Saturday morning when Wigan announced they had signed Jarrod Sammut, but this could be a masterstroke of a signing.
Do contracts matter anymore?
It seems like contracts are becoming a thing of the past in sport – not just rugby league.
Expansionist Blog: Jamaica players self-funding expensive trip highlights how much heritage means
Jamaica’s players having to self-fund in excess of £1,000 for their trip to Florida for their World Cup qualifiers just shows how much heritage means to people.
Column: Reserves system beyond a joke now
The reserve system has been a farce for a number of years, but it is becoming laughable now.
Column: Rugby league need to embrace Jamaica
Jamaica qualifying for the World Cup could be one of the best things to happen to international rugby league – but a lot of work needs to be done.
Expansionist Blog: Heritage players are crucial to Ireland
Liam Finn insists heritage players are important to Ireland, but understands the reasonings of why they don’t play every year.
LRL column: England and New Zealand took international rugby league to next level with help from Tonga
England and New Zealand deserve huge credit for taking the international game to the next level.
Tribute: Shaun Wane receives perfect Wigan send-off but rugby league will miss him
Shaun Wane fittingly bowed out of his time at Wigan as a Grand Final winner – but rugby league has lost an absolute diamond.
LRL discuss: Why Lee Radford will be counting the days until his 2018 nightmare is over
Sometimes, you just have to take a step back and appreciate how cruel sport can be.