All news by author: David Craven

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Burgess explains why he wants darts star Luke Littler training with Warrington
Huge Wolves fan Luke Littler, who only turned 17 on Sunday, reached the PDC World Championship final in remarkable style earlier this month and Sam Burgess wants to help him out
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Salford Red Devils boss Rowley opens up on getting over "soul-destroying" blow
Boss has seen three of his star player sold to balance the books but - with versatile players like Chris Atkin around - he remains confident they can crack on when Super League kicks-off
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Daniel Farke heaps praise on Patrick Bamford as Leeds make history vs Norwich
Striker claims his fourth goal in five games as Leeds make it five wins on the bounce with crucial 1-0 win over Championship rivals Norwich City
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Wigan Warriors' Luke Thompson vows he's better than ever after Australia spell
The England prop, 28, is looking to make his mark after joining the champions following an injury-hit spell in the NRL and he reckons he's come back as an improved version of the player who shone for arch-rivals St Helens
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From Sydney to Leigh via Hull as Ben McNamara reacquaints with Lam family
Stand-off, 22, will have a new role after joining Leigh, switching to hooker as he links up with the coach and star player he last came across while at school in Sydney
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Preston fuming as Leeds seal controversial win in front of darts champ Humphries
LEEDS UNITED 2-1 PRESTON: Joel Piroe's 94th minute penalty saw the West Yorkshire club come from behind and secure a vital Championship victory secured in controversial fashion
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Leeds boss tells players to "prepare for worst" to protect defensive record
Leeds host Preston in Sunday's lunchtime Championship showdown bidding to keep a fourth successive clean sheet. If achieved, it would be the second time this campaign - having previously not managed it once since 2019-20
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Leeds boss wants permanent transfer for Spurs star Joe Rodon - but won't panic
Daniel Farke is refusing to panic about Leeds' situation in the transfer window as he eyes a permanent switch for Tottenham's Joe Rodon who is currently on loan at Elland Road
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Abdull revitalised by Catalans switch after sniping criticism over injury hell
Jordan Abdull will spend the next campaign at least as a Catalans Dragons player after he completed a season-long loan switch from Hull KR a fortnight ago
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Tony Smith explains why Danny Houghton has won back Hull FC captaincy
Veteran hooker, 35, will lead his hometown club again after a hiatus of two years with Brad Fash installed as vice-skipper
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Ashton Golding ready to fix any job for Huddersfield Giants after goal change
Utility player Ashton Golding, 27, is ready to put injury frustrations behind him in 2024 and kick-on which ever position he ends up in for Huddersfield Giants
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Halifax's Gareth Widdop speaks out on "surreal" life as part-time player
Ex-NRL and England star Gareth Widdop, 34, has spoken about what it's like with his hometown club Halifax in the Championship after a lifetime playing in the big time
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Luton survive Bolton FA Cup scare as Rob Edwards make surprise admission
League One high-fliers push Premier League side hard before going down 2-1 in thrilling FA Cup third round replay on emotional night
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Ex-Wakefield Trinity ace Lee Kershaw on free agent life and London Broncos shot
Winger, 24, has been without a club since the end of last season but is biding his time as he bids to make sure he stays in Super League and maintains he isn't troubled by the precarious situation
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St Helens' Lewis Dodd hints at when he'll decide on potential NRL move
In-demand scrum-half has been linked with a move Down Under and he hasn't ruled it out but wants to crack on with Saints in Super League before making decision
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Former Salford Red Devils captain Malcolm Alker dies aged 45
Super League club confirm death of hooker who played more than 300 games for the Red Devils before seeing life spiral out of control
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St Helens swoop to sign Fiji centre Waqa Blake on one-year deal
Ex-Parramatta and Penrith star, 29, joins World Club Challenge champions ahead of new Super League season
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Alex Walmsley shares England plan as he bids to put injury woes behind him
The veteran prop turns 34 soon but hasn't given up on earning more Test caps after seeing injuries ruin his hopes in the last two years
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St Helens star Alex Walmsley on injury, fresh challenge and bouncing back
England prop, 33, can't wait to try and help disposed champions regain Super League title as club premieres new documentary on their epic World Club Challenge win over Penrith
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St Helens announce new role for retired icon James Roby after legendary career
Legendary former Saints hooker, 38, is ready to embark on a new chapter in his life - and a specially-created role of leadership, culture and performance coach at the club where he became one of rugby league's true greats
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James Donaldson makes Leeds Rhinos admission ahead of testimonial
Ex-Bradford Bulls and Hull KR ace, 32, has spoken out about Leeds' Super League chances as he looks back on his career so far
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Former rugby league star details aim to get one million kids active every week
The ex-Castleford, Huddersfield and Yorkshire hooker, 44, is already helping shape the way PE is delivered in schools across the country but is branching out further with new venture
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Jermaine McGillvary on "daunting but exciting" new career at Wakefield Trinity
Veteran ex-England winger, 35, has dropped down to the Championship after a lifetime with Huddersfield Giants but totally expects Trinity to be flying in Super League again better than ever
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Wigan Warriors' Ryan Hampshire opens up on "unfinished business" for 2024
Utility player, 29, looking to make most of his latest chance to shine with new Super League champions in 2024 after injury-wrecked 18 months
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Police investigate alleged racist incident during Luton win at Sheffield United
Luton Town came from behind to claim victory over Sheffield United at Bramall Lane, but the win was marred by an allegation of racist abuse aimed at the Hatters' No.9, Carlton Morris