Richard Lepori on his Italian heritage, James Tedesco & playing at a World Cup
Richard Lepori is incredibly proud of his Italian heritage and says representing Italy in rugby league is a great way to stay connected to his family.
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North Wales Crusaders are a club on the rise, says coach Anthony Murray
North Wales Crusaders might have one of the smallest budgets in League 1 – but they are a club doing good things on and off the field.
Danny Addy: Representing Scotland is a feeling like no other
Danny Addy says representing his Scottish heritage means the world to him – and plays for his grandmother with pride every time he pulls the jersey on.
Tui Lolohea on representing Tonga, Jason Taumalolo, beating Australia & their World Cup hopes
It means everything for Tui Lolohea to play for Tonga – and now he is aiming to take the World Cup to the Pacific Island.
Bob Beswick: Future looks good for rugby league in Ireland
Ireland captain Bob Beswick believes the nation has a good pedigree of rugby league talent and hopes they can flourish at the World Cup.
Expansionist Blog: Brad Billsborough on becoming Germany’s youngest ever captain
Germany star Brad Billsborough is well travelled in the rugby league world.
Expansionist Blog: Calls on New York to follow a similar blueprint to Toronto Wolfpack
The proposed New York team should be built on the same foundations as Toronto Wolfpack, according to USA international Corey Makelim.
Ireland star Dec O’Donnell explains why the heritage rule is important in rugby league
You will struggle to find many people prouder to represent their family roots than Ireland international Dec O’Donnell.
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: When heartlanders Lancashire met hipsters Red Star Belgrade in Serbia
Lancashire media manager Dave Parkinson has reflected back on their tour of Serbia in May.
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.
Expansionist Blog: Jamaica reaping rewards from World Cup qualification
Jamaica will be the the first Caribbean nation to participate in a Rugby League World Cup in 2021, and the sport has received a massive boost on the island.
Expansionist Blog: Tyrone McCarthy would love to see an Irish team enter League 1
Tyrone McCarthy says an Irish team entering the Rugby Football League pyramid would provide a massive boost for the game in Ireland.
Expansionist Blog: Coventry a brilliant example of an organic expansion club
Coventry might not have thousands to spend and a huge fanbase, but they are gradually growing and are a fine blueprint for a non-traditional heartland club.
Expansionist Blog: Ben Nakubuwai reveals what needs to be done for rugby league to grow in Fiji
Fiji were a delight on and off the field at the 2017 Rugby League World Cup, and Ben Nakubuwai believes the sport could grow in the Pacific island.
Expansionist Blog: Blake Austin explains how playing for Portugal came about
Blake Austin has represented Portugal on the international stage, without having any Portuguese heritage!
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: 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.
Expansionist Blog: London’s local lads have long-term vision for Super League glory
London are a club who pride themselves on giving youth a chance and everyone has bought into Danny Ward’s long-term dream of achieving Super League success.
Expansionist Blog: A Challenge Cup win for Catalans would be enormous for rugby league in France
A win for Catalans in the Challenge Cup final could change the face of rugby league in France.
Expansionist Blog: A Super League derby between Toulouse and Catalans would work wonders for rugby league in France
Just imagine how much rugby league would grow in France if Toulouse Olympique and Catalans Dragons were in Super League.
Expansionist Blog: West Wales Raiders need support but their passion for rugby league in Wales should be admired
West Wales Raiders have been in a black hole in the last couple of weeks, but they show a lot of passion to grow rugby league in the country.
Expansionist Blog: Rugby League is growing more than what people think in Wales
There is a huge pool of undiscovered talent in West Wales which is exciting for the future of Rugby League.
Rugby League Today: Numbers game, stars axed, player trade union
We have a number of nice little exclusives in our latest edition of Rugby League Today.
Expansionist Blog: Where do Toronto go from here?
Toronto Wolfpack sacked three of their front-rowers earlier today and with the season just 18 days away, they face a race against time to replace them.
Expansionist Blog: London Skolars – A club all about giving back to the community
London Skolars may have a tight budget but most of the money generated goes straight back into the Haringey community.
Expansionist Blog: North Wales Crusaders are making steady strides forward
North Wales Crusaders have suffered financial troubles in the past but there is a feel-good factor around the club again.