RL Today: Lino ready, McGuire loving coaching & Thompson impressed with Saints
A wrap up of the latest news in rugby league.
What’s on site
Catalans in no rush to fill quota spots, says Steve McNamara.
French round-up: Carcassonne sit top as rugby league world takes notice.
“Box office” Greg Inglis a massive boost for Super League, says Warrington chief.
Shaun Wane on when NFL side Jacksonville Jaguars met rugby league.
Leeds have closed their training ground following a Covid-19 outbreak. Huddersfield have done the same.
What’s in the papers
Peter Mata’utia reveals how childhood experiences inspire him to volunteer in local food banks, reports the Mirror.
Leeds legend Danny McGuire loving life as Hull KR assistant after turning down “easy move”, reports The Yorkshire Post.
“I want to make a name for myself” – Wakefield recruit Mason Lino ready to take Super League by storm, reports Wakefield Express.
Joel Thompson: St Helens would be a top team back in Australia, reports St Helens Star.
Hull KR’s Elliot Minchella on reaching next level, Korbin Sims’ leadership and Ryan Hall setting records, reports Hull Live.
What’s on social
The countdown is on…
The countdown is on ⏲️ We are just nine weeks away from the return of #SuperLeague 😍
What are your hopes for the 2021 season? pic.twitter.com/K15gA9vbxM
— Betfred Super League (@SuperLeague) January 21, 2021
Fancy the 7 in 7 challenge?
Here are some ways to take part in our 7 in 7 challenge for @Rob7Burrow…
🏃♀️ run 7k a day
🚶♂️ walk 7 miles a day
🚴♂️ cycle 17k a dayOr choose your own challenge.
Be sure to sign up here to claim your free running vest or tee 💙 https://t.co/ceSGPJSDWm! #7in7 pic.twitter.com/3oBPcL66aO
— MND Association (@mndassoc) January 20, 2021
We can’t wait to see John Bateman back in Super League!
Well the start of my 10th pre-season tomorrow.
After 3 months off,back at it with a new/familiar club and new set of lads.
This is the most excited Iv been in a long time to get back in too it.
Bring on 2021 @WiganWarriorsRL 🍒⚪️— John Bateman (@johnbateman1) January 21, 2021
What’s on TV/Radio
Sky Sports’ Golden Point podcast is available to download now.
The latest Forty20 LIVE podcast is out now.
The latest 5 Live Rugby League Podcast is out now, hosted by Dave Woods.
Birthdays
Former London Broncos, Wigan and Widnes half-back Dennis Moran turns 44 today.
Also celebrating; New Zealand international Dean Whare (31), ex-London Broncos half-back Brock Lamb (24) and Bradford prop Levy Nzoungou (23).
Trivia
St Helens hold the record for most consecutive League Leaders’ Shield wins, with four to their name in 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008.
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