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Magic Weekend: Taulima Tautai set for Wakefield Wildcats debut against Castleford Tigers

Thu, 23 May 2013 13:53:55 GMT

New signing Taulima Tautai has been thrown straight into Wakefield Trinity Wildcats’ 19-man squad to face Castleford Tigers at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday (kick-off 2.15pm).

Frickley Athletic: Blues chairman Dando hoping cup win is the start of something special

Thu, 23 May 2013 08:53:16 GMT

Frickley Athletic chairman Gareth Dando hopes this season’s Sheffield and Hallamshire Senior Cup triumph is the start of something special at Westfield Lane.

Mixed emotions for Castleford coach Powell

Wed, 22 May 2013 13:47:33 GMT

Castleford Tigers boss Daryl Powell was left with mixed feelings after taking charge of his first game back in Super League.

Chase faces fitness test to play in Magic derby

Wed, 22 May 2013 13:43:08 GMT

Daryl Powell will wait on a late fitness test for star player Rangi Chase before naming his team to face local rivals Wakefield in his first Magic Weekend with Castleford Tigers.

Amateur boxers set to pack a punch at Lightwaves Leisure Centre

Wed, 22 May 2013 13:04:57 GMT

White Rose Boxing Club will play host to a night of amateur boxing at its Lightwaves Leisure Centre base on Thursday.

Castleford star Carney makes young fan’s day

Wed, 22 May 2013 12:00:07 GMT

Castleford Tigers winger Justin Carney has quickly become a fans favourite at the Wish Communications Stadium for his powerful, no-nonsense displays in his first season at the club, but ‘The Beast’ was tamed at the Tigers last home match against Hull KR when he gave away his boots to a young fan.

South Elmsall pool queen Kelly Fisher misses out on chance to successfully defend China Open crown

Tue, 21 May 2013 11:38:57 GMT

South Elmsall pool queen Kelly Fisher failed in her attempt to become the first woman to successfully defend her China Open crown over the weekend.

Nostell St Oswald maintain strong start with victory over neighbours Hemsworth MW

Tue, 21 May 2013 10:28:55 GMT

The wet weather played havoc with the weekend’s Pontefract Cricket League fixture list but Nostell St Oswald were able to continue their good start to the season.

Frickley Athletic: Blues to host Sheffield Wednesday and Scunthorpe United in pre-season

Mon, 20 May 2013 08:59:04 GMT

Frickley Athletic have announced they will take on Football League clubs Sheffield Wednesday and Scunthorpe United in pre-season friendly matches.

Handling mIstakes send Rovers crashing out of cup

Sun, 19 May 2013 18:21:46 GMT

Featherstone Rovers were punished for handling errors as they bowed out of the Northern Rail Cup with Sunday’s 22-12 home defeat against Leigh Centurions.

Castleford fight back proves in vain in France

Sat, 18 May 2013 16:57:49 GMT

Despite a rousing second half comeback Castleford Tigers were unable to give new head coach Daryl Powell a winning start in France as they lost 39-30 in a high scoring match with Catalan Dragons.

Wakefield Wildcats: Mathers set for return at Hull KR as Wildcats sweat on Poore fitness

Thu, 16 May 2013 17:12:16 GMT

Wakefield Trinity Wildcats could be boosted by the return of Richard Mathers and Justin Poore for Sunday’s crucial trip to Hull KR (kick-off 3pm).

SLIDESHOW: Moses parts sea of talented cyclists to win John May Memorial Road Race

Thu, 16 May 2013 16:51:56 GMT

Tom Moses parted through a strong field of cyclists to secure victory in the 37th annual John May Memorial Road Race at the weekend.

Win tickets to watch England at Headingley this Bank Holiday

Thu, 16 May 2013 14:27:59 GMT

How would you like the chance to take in the special Test match atmosphere at Headingley when England take on New Zealand?

Millington returns as Powell names his first Castleford squad

Thu, 16 May 2013 13:39:20 GMT

Castleford Tigers’ new head coach Daryl Powell has named his first 19-man squad for Saturday’s match against Catalan Dragons at the Stade Gilbert Brutus.

James set to return for cup clash against Leigh

Thu, 16 May 2013 12:58:31 GMT

Prop Matt James is set to return for Featherstone’s Northern Rail Cup clash against Leigh at Big Fellas Stadium on Sunday (3pm kick-off).

Rovers chairman welcomes RFL restructuring plans

Thu, 16 May 2013 08:15:16 GMT

Featherstone Rovers chairman Mark Campbell says plans to restructure Super League are “a breath of fresh air.”

Worthington turns down Castleford to stay at Featherstone

Thu, 16 May 2013 07:07:14 GMT

Featherstone Rovers have fought off competition from neighbours Castleford Tigers to retain centre Greg Worthington.

Debut day to remember for young Castleford Tigers fans

Wed, 15 May 2013 14:49:04 GMT

After the first ‘My Home Debut’ promotion proved a huge success in the Hull KR game Castleford Tigers are set to repeat the idea to give young fans the opportunity to make their first ever match special with a once in a lifetime experience.

Castleford coach Powell aims to strengthen defence

Wed, 15 May 2013 14:23:51 GMT

Daryl Powell has immediately turned his attention to improving Castleford Tigers’ defence in his first week after taking over as head coach.