Stories By Peter Smith
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Leeds Rhinos
/ 1 month agoLeeds Rhinos forward set to follow Harry Newman to NRL in 2027 with exit confirmed
Leeds Rhinos will lose a second star player to the NRL at the end of this season. Forward James McDonnell, a...
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Leeds Rhinos
/ 1 month agoLeeds Rhinos man signs new deal as long-term injury blow confirmed
One of Leeds Rhinos’ rising stars has agreed a new contract, but also suffered a long-term injury blow. Rhinos today (Thursday)...
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York Knights
/ 1 month agoEx-St Helens man joins Super League new boys after 2025 release
Super League newcomers York Knights have signed a “highly-rated” 20-year-old play-maker from St Helens. Half-back Will Roberts progressed through Saints’ scholarship...
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York Knights
/ 1 month agoEx-Wigan Warriors and Hull KR forward signs new deal with Super League side
Former Hull KR, Castleford Tigers and Wigan Warriors prop Mitch Clark has given Super League newcomers York Knights a pre-season boost...
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Leeds Rhinos
/ 1 month agoLeeds Rhinos youngster issues bold statement of intent amid upcoming vacancy
A Leeds Rhinos rookie has put his hand up to step into the breach when England star Harry Newman heads to...
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Rugby League News
/ 1 month agoRugby League refereeing pair make New Year’s Honours list
Two rugby league refereeing pioneers have been recognised in the King’s New Year Honours list. Julie Lee – who was the...
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Leeds Rhinos
/ 2 months agoLeeds Rhinos enter contract talks with key man amid World Cup ambition
Leeds Rhinos are in contract talks with a key member of their first team squad. Hooker Jarrod O’Connor was Super League’s...
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Leeds Rhinos
/ 2 months agoTreble-winning coach makes Leeds Rhinos return
Treble winner Barry Eaton has rejoined Leeds Rhinos’ coaching staff in a surprise new role. The former Keighley Cougars and Hunslet...
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Salford Red Devils
/ 2 months ago‘There is a good feeling’ – Ex-Salford Red Devils man welcomes fresh start and makes ‘exciting’ personnel prediction
Former player Chris Hankinson has welcomed a “fresh start” for rugby league in Salford. A new club, headed by ex-Salford Red...
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Leeds Rhinos
/ 2 months ago“Back to my best” – Leeds Rhinos star signs long-term deal after sensational 2025 campaign
Super League Man of Steel Jake Connor says he wants to be part of “something special” at Leeds Rhinos after committing...
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Leeds Rhinos
/ 2 months agoNew recruit Ethan O’Neill lifts lid on why he left Leigh Leopards to join Leeds Rhinos
Recruit Ethan O’Neill is determined to make the most of a special opportunity after joining Leeds Rhinos from Leigh Leopards. The...
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Leeds Rhinos
/ 2 months agoLeeds Rhinos signing outlines bold ambition after NRL ‘rollercoaster’
New signing Danny Levi has tipped Leeds Rhinos for silverware next year. The hooker, who turns 30 on Friday, is back...
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Leeds Rhinos
/ 3 months agoLeeds Rhinos enter contract talks to keep hold of star man
Leeds Rhinos are in contract talks with their most prized asset. Half-back Jake Connor had an outstanding season after joining Rhinos...
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York Knights
/ 3 months agoYork Knights’ veteran trio land new contracts for Super League 2026
Three of York Knights’ most experienced players – including a Grand Final winner and a former Man of Steel – are...
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Leeds Rhinos
/ 3 months agoLeeds Rhinos complete third signing as NRL man dubbed “ideal addition”
Leeds Rhinos have announced a third signing ahead of the 2026 season. Samoan international hooker Danny Levi will train with his...
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Leeds Rhinos
/ 3 months agoLeeds Rhinos forward signs new three-year deal with “something special” touted for 2026
An overseas star has tipped Leeds Rhinos to achieve “something special” after signing a new long-term contract. Australian prop Cooper Jenkins...
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Leeds Rhinos
/ 3 months agoLeeds Rhinos keep ex-Salford Red Devils man on with new deal confirmed
A veteran outside-back is staying at Leeds Rhinos after his contract was extended. Wigan-born Chris Hankinson’s new deal will keep him...
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Leeds Rhinos
/ 3 months agoLeeds Rhinos swoop to sign forward from Super League rivals
Leeds Rhinos have signed an Australian forward from one of their Super League rivals. Ethan O’Neill, who spent the 2025 season...
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Leeds Rhinos
/ 3 months agoLeeds Rhinos sign “man mountain” forward from NRL side
Leeds Rhinos have begun their recruitment for 2026 by confirming the signing of a “man mountain” forward from an NRL club....
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International Rugby League
/ 3 months agoEngland player ratings as two men score 4/10 in third Ashes Test defeat at Headingley
AJ Brimson: Made a nice run in the opening moments, but was hurt in the process and went off after just...
