
League 1


Championship clubs brace for central funding setback as model and likely distributions revealed
Exclusive: It doesn’t make for great reading.

11 conclusions: St Helens shambles, Leigh Leopards the big winners, Championship chaos
Drama, talking points, controversy? We’ve got you covered.


Former professional club become third team to confirm League 1 application for 2025
A familiar face wants to return to the professional ranks!

Southern-based team become second League 1 bidder to go public for 2025
Team number two have gone public!

Yorkshire-based club publicly announce plans to join League 1 in 2025
The first club to say they want in has gone public!

Assessing 5 possible locations for new League 1 club including France and Yorkshire
Left-field and entirely sensible options considered in equal measure..

First woman to officiate a professional men’s rugby league game in Northern Hemisphere confirmed as Tara Jones creates history
Jones is no stranger to creating history – and she’s at it again!

One year in, Mike Ford’s determination to rebuild Oldham burns brightly: and could son George join one day?
It’s one year this weekend since Ford assumed control at the League 1 club.

Championship and League 1 restructure plans explained ahead of overhaul and Super 8s return
Sound the klaxon: rugby league is restructuring once again.

My Ultimate Team: Elijah Taylor names his greatest 1-17 from players he played alongside
Former New Zealand international Elijah Taylor is our latest guest on My Ultimate Team.

Jarred Bassett’s remarkable journey from amateur rugby to Super League with London Broncos
From playing in the Southern Conference League to Super League in just four years: This is the incredible story of London Broncos man Jarred Bassett.

Sean Long on Featherstone Rovers exit, why Oldham and the club’s ambitious plans for Super League trajectory
Sean Long says he turned down coaching opportunities in Super League and the Championship to lead Oldham’s revival.

Quiz: Can you name every head coach in Super League, Championship and League 1?
You’ve got 13 minutes to get 35 answers!

Five key takeaways from the Championship and League 1 season launch, including Grand Final details
The RFL held its season launch for the Championship and League 1 on Friday.

Opinion: Rugby league’s match officials will need more support than ever as sport adjusts to new era
A column on the recently announced law changes and why referees will need more support than ever as the sport adjusts to its new era.

Quiz: Can you name the 17 players to kick 1,000 goals in the summer era of British rugby league?
17 answers in 13 minutes, good luck!

RFL confirm Championship and League One structure for 2024, including expanded 1895 Cup format
The RFL has confirmed the structure of the Championship and League One competitions for 2024, including a revamped format for the 1895 Cup.

Sean Long’s Oldham sign Wigan Warriors starlet as youngster becomes 24th confirmed squad member for 2024
The versatile back follows in his dad’s footsteps…

Newcastle Thunder issue statement on the back of promising IMG grading with next steps detailed
The North East outfit have done a u-turn, but their spot in League 1 in 2024 is far from confirmed…

Ranked: Every IMG grading as seven Super League clubs achieve Grade A status
A comprehensive list of every club’s ranking in the eyes of IMG…

First IMG gradings revealed as clubs learn fate; Leeds Rhinos lead the way, Super League outfit appeal verdict
IMG’s first verdict on clubs is in…

St Helens starlet becomes squad member 22 at Oldham for 2024: ‘I’m more than ready for this opportunity’
The Roughyeds’ squad for 2024 is nearing completion…

Former Castleford Tigers team-mates link up to release children’s book: Harvey Hippo Finds His Talent
Copies are already flying off the shelves…

Newcastle Thunder issue statement following League 1 withdrawal – ‘Exploring ways to keep club alive’
The North East outfit aren’t ready to give up the fight just yet…

Oldham signing spree continues as they land Widnes Vikings powerhouse with further additions teased for promotion push
The veteran becomes Oldham’s 18th confirmed squad member for 2024…

Hull KR sign League 1 Player of the Year for 2024: ‘Wants to prove himself at the top level’
The hooker becomes KR’s seventh confirmed addition ahead of 2024…

Widnes stalwart Danny Craven’s next destination confirmed following Vikings departure; ‘I needed a new environment’
The half-back moves on to pastures new after 14 years with the Vikings…

Rugby Football League issue statement following Newcastle Thunder’s withdrawal from League 1
Just eight clubs currently remain in the third tier for 2024…