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How Saddleworth siblings’ rivalry can help Warrington in Super League
JOSH Thewlis may have his sights set on becoming a wonder at Warrington, but his ambitions are grown in Grasscroft. For the Saddleworth rugby league…
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Kevin Sinfield’s mate believes he ‘could go again’ after latest physical challenge
KEVIN Sinfield heading out on another physical challenge so soon after finishing one? His pal says do not rule it out. For Darrel Rogers believes…
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Christmas fair at Saddleworth Rangers to raise funds for U16s International Tour
ENJOY festive food, drinks and shopping at a Christmas Fair hosted by Saddleworth Rangers on Sunday, November 30. The fair will be held at the…
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Saddleworth Rangers calls on community to back appeal for Jamaica hurricane victims
KIND-HEARTED Saddleworth Rangers is calling on the community to support their collection of supplies to send to hurricane victims in Jamaica. The rugby club, based…
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Rugby legends – plus surprise guest – help Mahdlo with Tales from the Locker Room
OLDHAM paid tribute to many of its rugby league greats as Mahdlo Youth Zone echoed to Takes from the Locker Room. Supporters were given the…
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Book detailing lost Oldham rugby league club updated
A BOOK detailing the history of a lost Oldham rugby league club has an update that is raising more funds for charity. Fitton Hill ARLFC…
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Former Rangers player to coach next generation of Norway rugby players
A FORMER Saddleworth Rangers star is helping to develop the next generation of young rugby players in Norway. Lars Haigh, whose Norwegian-born mother Anne lives…
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Saddleworth Rangers ARLFC given go ahead for new training and community building
SADDLEWORTH Rangers ARLFC has been given permission to build a new training room at its Greenfield ground. And the fact it would not visually impact…
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Ex-Saddleworth School pupil and Wigan Warriors star donates signed shirt
SADDLEWORTH School was proud to welcome back former pupil and current Wigan Warriors professional Jacob Douglas, who returned to his old stomping ground to donate…
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Saddleworth rugby league star Zach Eckersley feels the buzz around Oldham again
ZACH Eckersley experienced something new as he showed what he can do on a rugby league pitch in his hometown – people wearing Oldham shirts.…
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Join Rangers’ big ground clean up ahead of new season
SADDLEWORTH Rangers is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to lend a hand on their club ground clean up day. Members, volunteers and supporters are welcome to…
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New Saddleworth Rangers coach looks to bring the good times back
MILES Greenwood hopes to turn around fortunes at Saddleworth Rangers ARLFC, with the players’ input. The former semi-professional, who turned out for Oldham, Hunslet, Halifax,…
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Off-field progress can help Oldham RLFC achieve on-field aims
OLDHAM RLFC hope progression off the field can bring further success on it after necessary improvements. The Roughyeds are gearing up for life in rugby…
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Kevin Sinfield reveals Saddleworth route of latest challenge, including Santa Dash
KEVIN Sinfield will traverse Saddleworth before joining more than 2,200 Santas as he Runs Home for Christmas in his latest fundraising challenge. The rugby league…
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Oldham RLFC target big crowds in rugby league’s new world
MIKE Ford is targeting as full a Boundary Park as possible as Oldham RLFC get used to rugby league’s new age. Roughyeds scored 7.00 in…
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Saddleworth rugby league ace Zach Eckersley admits nerves when meeting old teachers
ZACH Eckersley may be a rugby league star who has earned a new contract after winning two trophies in his breakthrough season. But put him…
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New Super League contract for Saddleworth rugby league product Tom
SADDLEWORTH rugby league product Tom Whitehead has been rewarded for his performances with a new contract at Super League side Warrington Wolves. The 21-year-old, who…
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Saddleworth rugby league star Zach Eckersley presents shirt to former school
SADDLEWORTH School has a new item for its wall of fame after former pupil Zach Eckersley became a Wembley wonder. For the Springhead-based Wigan Warriors…
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Oldham RLFC target title-winning party after sealing glory
MIKE Ford admits Oldham’s League One rugby league title win is beyond even what he thought may happen. The Diggle-based former player, now managing director,…
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Another honour for Saddleworth’s Kevin Sinfield
KEVIN Sinfield has another honour to add to his lengthy list – an honorary degree from the University of Leeds. The Saddleworth-based rugby league legend…
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Retired rugby players tackle goal for cancer charity
LOCAL rugby heroes, including an Ex-Salford Academy player, are aiming to raise £10,000 through a series of charity matches for a leading cancer charity, after…
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More Ford family help for Oldham RLFC in promotion quest
MIKE Ford will be extending his family ties as Oldham RLFC look to get promoted. For as well as rugby union star son George, kicking…
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Rising rugby star kicks off professional career
A TALENTED student from Oldham has taken the first step in her fledgling career as a rugby player. Olivia Webb, a Year 13 Sport student…
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Grasscroft’s Josh Thewlis looking forwards after Wembley woe
FOR every winner at Wembley, there is also a loser and Josh Thewlis was left cursing. But the Grasscroft-based Warrington winger will not mope and…
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By Eck: Springhead’s Zach earns Challenge Cup glory at Wembley
THE FINAL score at Wembley officially read Warrington 8 Wigan 18 – it could also have been Springhead 1 Grasscroft 0. For Zach Eckersley’s try…
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Kevin Sinfield to finish fifth fundraising challenge in Saddleworth
SADDLEWORTH hero Kevin Sinfield CBE is coming home with his latest fundraising challenge. And he will be literally ‘running home for Christmas.’ The rugby league…
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Saddleworth rugby league star banned for drink driving
A SADDLEWORTH-BASED rugby league star has been banned from driving after making a ‘stupid decision he will regret.’ Fenton Rogers, who plays for Super League…
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The caps fit Saddleworth rugby league players ahead of historic Caribbean tour
Images by GGC Media TEENAGE rugby league players heading on a groundbreaking tour to Jamaica now have something else to remember it by after councillors’…
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Tyrer threatens record in statement Oldham win
WINGER Cian Tyrer produced the most devastating individual performance from an Oldham player in 64 years as his six-try haul helped the Roughyeds move top…
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‘Valuable’ Saddleworth lad Tom hailed by rugby league legend Sam Burgess
TOM Whitehead has received the ultimate praise as he makes his way in professional rugby league – the seal of approval from Sam Burgess. The…
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Saddleworth rugby league player Fenton Rogers suspended after police charge
FENTON Rogers has been suspended by Super League side Huddersfield Giants after being charged with drink driving and bailed on suspicion of assaulting a police…
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Cross-code rugby legend to come to Oldham
OLDHAM RLFC is set to host a special dinner to celebrate the heritage of rugby league in the borough. The League One club has announced…
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Saddleworth School champions girls rugby growth
RUGBY sessions were delivered to girls at Saddleworth School, as part of the club’s plans to grow the women’s game in the area. The first…
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