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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Waterhead lad Harry ready to take on Europe’s best, including his clubmate
HARRY Barker is ready to take what he has learned in Saddleworth on to the national rugby league stage after making the England Community Lions…
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Waterhead ARLFC mourns the loss of president Allan Booth
WATERHEAD ARLFC will not be the same place without Allan Booth after the club’s president and stalwart died. That is the view of vice-chairman Jonathan…
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‘Fabulous’ Waterhead still impacts rugby league legend Paul Sculthorpe
HE MAY be a rugby league legend, he may be a successful businessman, he may be a role model to many of today’s players. But…
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International recognition for area’s rugby league talent
SADDLEWORTH has earned more recognition for its rugby league talent after no fewer than seven players were called up to international age group squads. Waterhead…
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Super League star loves child’s play at Waterhead ARLFC
RUGBY league star Marc Sneyd admits seeing his son develop at Waterhead ARLFC gives him as much pleasure as winning matches for Salford. And he…
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Waterhead’s ‘thank you’ from rugby league giants Wigan
WATERHEAD Warriors rugby league club has been paid the ultimate compliment for its role in developing two players – a personal thank you from namesake…
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Water-way for Grasscroft lad Josh to prepare for Super League
JOSH Thewlis may be destined for national stardom as he looks to confirm his status as one of rugby league’s brightest young prospects – but…
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Scots trip for Saddleworth Rangers in Challenge Cup
SADDLEWORTH Rangers face a cross-border mission after being paired with Scottish side Edinburgh Eagles in rugby league’s Challenge Cup. The Shaw Hall Bank Road side…
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Power’s passion for rugby league back as he coaches youngsters from wheelchair
JOHN Power described it as great to have his passion back for rugby league 27 years after suffering a life-changing injury in a match which…
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Waterhead pair spearhead England’s Euro win
WATERHEAD Warriors’ Scott Parnaby described it as “the best feeling of my life” after he captained England Community Lions to a first-ever victory in the…
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World Cups come to Waterhead
FORMER player Kevin Sinfield returned to Waterhead Warriors along with the three Rugby League World Cups. It was part of an initiative in conjunction with…
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Promotion caps memorable season for Warriors
WATERHEAD Warriors crowned a memorable season by winning promotion from National Conference League, division three. And it followed on from winning the BARLA Open Age…
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Brothers’ running challenge in memory of their mother
BROTHERS Ben and Joe Dewhirst, former Waterhead Warriors juniors, are taking part in a marathon fundraising effort in memory of their mother Jude. The pair,…
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Warriors saddened by the death of ‘Mr Waterhead’ Kevin Hobson
TRIBUTES have been paid to Kevin Hobson, a former Waterhead Warriors chairman, who has died at the age of 75. Although Kevin had recently returned…
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Sponsored bike ride raises £2,200 money for juniors
A GROUP of parents pedalled 60 miles to raise money for their rugby team. They rode from Waterhead Warriors’ ground to Blackpool Tower on April…
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Warriors create history with first-ever National Cup win
WATERHEAD Warriors delivered on the biggest day in the club’s 102-year history as they lifted the BARLA Open Age National Cup for the first time…
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Local rivals clash in final
JON Perks expects a tasty affair as Waterhead Warriors play Saddleworth Rangers in what promises to be a classic Standard Cup final at Oldham Rugby…
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Waterhead Warriors ready for biggest match in club’s 102-year history
WATERHEAD Warriors bid to create club history by lifting the BARLA Open Age National Cup for the first time on Sunday, April 10. It will…
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Thewlis brothers line up for Super League Warrington
GRASSCROFT rugby brothers Josh and Jake Thewlis have lined up alongside one another in Warrington Wolves’ first team for the first time. And it was…
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Joy as prop Andy joins Warriors from rivals
ANDY Joy has left Saddleworth Rangers to join rivals Waterhead Warriors where he will be reunited with his brother Phil. The prop forward, who has…
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Unexpected promotion for Rangers
SADDLEWORTH Rangers have received an unexpected promotion to division one of the National Conference League. Rangers, who were relegated to division two in 2019, the…
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Attitude of players was wrong says joint coach after Rangers lose derby clash
JOINT coach Sean Whitehead criticised the attitude of Saddleworth Rangers’ players as they were beaten 26-22 at home by Waterhead Warriors. “They wanted it 10…
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Scott receives England call up
A PROUD moment beckons for Waterhead Warriors’ Scott Parnaby who is about to represent his country. The 17-year-old from Moorside has been selected to play…
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Warriors welcome home players
WATERHEAD Warriors are excitedly looking forward to a resumption of rugby after re-signing three of their players who have left professional clubs. Brad Jinks, Callum…
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A warm Warriors welcome for Brad
WATERHEAD Warriors have welcomed home Brad Jinks and Callum Cameron following their release by Super League clubs. Joint-coach Jon Perks is delighted to have the…
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Coronation Street star Tanisha is a Warrior
CORONATION Street actress Tanisha Gorey recently revealed to the nation her love for Waterhead Warriors. The 18-year-old’s surprise disclosure came in a national newspaper article…
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Waterhead Warriors celebrate centenary
RUGBY royalty was present as Waterhead Warriors celebrated their 100th birthday with a lavish centenary dinner at the Queen Elizabeth Hall. Former players present included…
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No Josh-ing over new RL deal
SADDLEWORTH rugby league starlet Josh Thewlis says he is ‘buzzing’ after being given his first professional contract.The Grasscroft-based player has signed terms with Super League…
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Waterhead hoping to clinch promotion
WATERHEAD Warriors are looking to maintain their strong finish and to snatch a promotion play-off place in division three of the National Conference League. Warriors,…
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Waterhead coach calls for consistency in team’s form
JON Perks has issued a challenge to his inconsistent Waterhead Warriors team. The joint coach is frustrated by his side’s patchy form in division three…
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Warriors raise £1,800 for mental health awarness
THREE mental health organisations benefited as £1,800 was raised at a charity day at Waterhead Warriors. The mental health awareness event, named Offload, was held…
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Generation game: Harry Maders follows in family footsteps
YOUNG Harry Maders has followed in the footsteps of his father and grandfather and by putting pen to paper on an Oldham RLFC contract. The…
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Waterhead Warriors target winning run after bouncing back from 90-0 defeat
JOINT coach Jon Perks praised the character and resilience of his Waterhead Warriors’ side for bouncing back from a 90-0 defeat at league leaders Beverley.…
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