Northern Rail Cup round-up
After a weather-hit opening day, the Northern Rail Cup was kick-started by some cracking games on its second weekend of the season.
NRC Preview: Batley v Widnes
Jack Watson (back) remains Karl Harrison’s only injury concern as Batley prepare to start their Northern Rail Cup campaign against holders Widnes.
NRC Preview: Whitehaven v Batley
Whitehaven coach Ged Stokes will be without Scott McAvoy (groin) and has doubts over Craig Calvert (groin) and Graeme Mattinson (calf).
Pre-season action round-up
The snow had finally begun to melt and the rise in temperature allowed teams to continue their preparations for the new season with a round of pre-season friendlies.
Harrison builds Batley squad
Batley coach Karl Harrison has been busy building his squad for 2010, including the signings of Tommy Gallagher and Sean Hesketh.
Harrison agrees Batley stay for 2010
Karl Harrison has agreed a new deal to remain as head coach of Batley Bulldogs for 2010.
Harrison to decide future at season’s end
Batley Bulldogs coach Karl Harrison has said he will decide whether to stay at Mount Pleasant at the end of the season.
Batley centre quashes exit rumours
Batley centre Danny Maun has quashed speculation linking him with a move away from Mount Pleasant.
Toohey blow for Bulldogs
Struggling Batley will be without loose forward Mark Toohey for Monday’s clash with Leigh.
Tough first assignment for Harrison
Caretaker Batley coach Karl Harrison faces the toughest of first assignments as he takes his new side to face Widnes tonight.
Harrison replaces Thornton in Batley hot seat
Batley have parted company with head coach Gary Thornton and appointed Karl Harrison as his temporary replacement.
Cup round-up: Salford shock Hull
Three more Super League teams, three from the Championship and one Championship 1 club are through to the fifth round.