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Sadly Seddon would drown in a boating accident on the River Hunter in New South Wales. Why can't we discuss Leighs rebrand? The following 4 files are in this category, out of 4 total. Unfortunately Salford City FC would not grant Swinton the ten year lease which was required to enable much needed funding to bring the ground up to standard. Chairman John Roddy left the club as did John Duffy who joined Featherstone Rovers, and assistant Stuart Littler was promoted to Head Coach. Powered by Invision Community. Matt Welham then went close for the visitors before Myles Harrop added the next Lions try in the corner, but this went unconverted. 22 Andrew Badrock Ian Watson took over as player-coach. Welham then scored the Hurricanes opener when Richard Wilkinson sent out a looping pass for him to score in the corner and Ben Stead converted. Rugby league would struggle to organise a barbecue in a butcher's shop and it is the international game that has paid the biggest price for the code's administrative ineptitude and inertia. Leigh Sports Village, Leigh (2012-2014) 2 Desmond Appiah-Kubi The club was formed in 1866 when members of Swinton Cricket Club decided to take up "football" in the winter to keep fit. The Falcons compete in the Queensland Cup and have an affiliation with Melbourne Storm. We did some research on Joe and then asked him to join us for pre-season training. 21 Dan Coates 23 Joe Lowe HURRICANES In March 1929, a 22,000 thousand crowd saw the Lions defeat Wigan in the first match on new turf. Graham Williams (28 July 1944 1 July 1994) was an English professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1960s and 1970s, and coached in the 1980s. Please note that the numbers below are based on data contained in the RLP database, and may not be accurate. The Lions have been forced to play their league games at Salford and Widnes since. He has since proved to be a popular lad amongst the squad, and has demonstrated that hes got the potential as well as the skills and temperament to play both full-back or half-back. Station Road itself was also recognised as one of the finest grounds in the Rugby League. Although born at Wigan 21 years ago, Joe has spent the latter half of his life growing up in Australia, and for the past three years has been playing his rugby league with the Sunshine Coast Falcons. 17 Matt Bailey The foundation of Swinton Rugby Club can be traced back to 1866. MATCHFACTS Check out our greatest team of the 2000s Sedgley years, Check out our greatest teams of the 1970s. Started December 9, 2022, Copyright 2022 League Publications Ltd They then followed this with their first-ever Championship a year later, and in 1928 the team reached its zenith becoming the last team to secure All Four Cups; they were also the only side from Lancashire to achieve this feat (Hunslet and Huddersfield were the two other clubs). MIDLANDS HURRICANES 10 In May 2009, John Kidd announced that he hoped to be in a position to apply for planning permission from the local council by the autumn. Bedfordshire Bronco Adams scored 68 tries during that time and the Widnes-native also played for England and Great Britain with a combined 19 caps. The period leading up to the Great War was not particularly auspicious for the Lions. International Rugby Wallabies star Lachlan Swinton set for French series after escaping suspension despite red card. 3 Jake Spedding Dyne then added his second before the break after another good passing movement and Gregson converted to give his side a good lead at the break. He previously played for Folly Lane ARLFC [1] (in Pendlebury), and Salford City Reds in the Super League, his choice of position is either Prop, or Second-row. In 2004, the Lions moved to Park Lane, Whitefield, home of Sedgley Park R.U.F.C. Shortly afterwards, Swinton were forced out of Gigg Lane by the financial problems of their landlords, Bury F.C.[4]. Although born at Wigan 21 years ago, Joe has spent the latter half of his life growing up in Australia, and for the past three years has been playing his rugby league with the Sunshine Coast Falcons. Debuts. Started 2 hours ago, By LIONS The signings of Hector Halsall, a centre and future captain, and Albert Jenkins, a Welsh half-back, provided the catalyst. Referee: Matthew Lynn Attendance: 458 He comes to us highly recommended, and Head Coach Allan Coleman will be looking to assess his capabilities ahead of our league opener against Newcastle Thunder on 5th February. Note: Promotion & Premiership double 1987, No. Become a Patron, To view matches in which a player appeared, click the, Centre, Five-Eighth, Halfback, Lock, Bench, Front Row, Hooker, Second Row, Lock, Bench, Five-Eighth, Halfback, Front Row, Second Row, Lock, Bench, Fullback, Wing, Centre, Halfback, Lock, Bench, Wing, Centre, Front Row, Second Row, Bench. By Penalties: 3-4 Half-time: 28-6 Tries: M.Welham (28), Appiah-Kubi (56) Cox (71), Hughes (75) Hurricanes then had a chance from a Lions error at the restart but lost the ball on the second tackle. The following 200 pages are in this category, out of approximately 277 total. By the end of the 1970s the club had hit rock-bottom, even though Station Road continued to host semi-finals and finals. MATCHFACTS Rugby League stands in solidarity with players, coaches, match officials, fans, volunteers, staff, and supporters in the struggle against racism and discrimination in sport and in society. 23 Joe Lowe Martyn Sadler By the end of the 1970s the club had hit rock-bottom, even though Station Road continued to host semi-finals and finals. 9, Gary Ainsworth In 1878, the club ventured into Yorkshire, and was soon travelling throughout England taking on opponents including Oxford University. Appearances:129, Tries:69, Goals:0 Are there any members on here that are into Swinton Heritage players? Other than an annual challenge against the local Lancashire Rifle Volunteers from 1869, the only games played were amongst the club's own membership. The link below will show you a gallery of Swinton team photos. Tries: M.Welham (28), Appiah-Kubi (56) Throughout the 1940s and 1950s the Lions strove unsuccessfully to repeat former glories and often flattered to deceive, but the appointment of Welshman Cliff Evans as coach signalled a renaissance. Subs (all used) Started December 20, 2022, By . He played at representative level for Great Britain, England and Lancashire, and at club level for Swinton, as a stand-off, or scrum-half, i.e. FEATURED. Hurricanes made a good start to the second half with pressure on the Lions line helped by a couple of penalties that got them down field but again the crucial pass went to ground, before Dom Flanagan came close to scoring for his side but lost the ball as he reached for the line. As for Valentine he was incredibly killed by lightning whilst on holiday at Barmouth in 1904. In 1996, Swinton officially added Lions to their name. Started October 13, 2022, By The Lions of Swinton - A Complete History. 15,Alex Melling The foundation of Swinton Rugby Club can be traced back to 1866. Explore. The highlight during this period was a run to the Championship One play-off final in 2006, following epic victories at Featherstone Rovers and Celtic Crusaders. 8 Brad Clavering The Lions are in the process of offering a trial to Joe Lowe who is set to get some game time in our upcoming pre-season friendlies. 5 Callum Dunne As part as of a new series to crown Swinton Lions greatest ever team, we delve into the history books to take a look at the best players from each era to wear the famous blue shirt. The club moved to Gigg Lane, Bury, the home of Bury F.C. Bedfordshire Bronco However, in October 1871, the club decided to join the recently formed Rugby Football Union under the title Swinton & Pendlebury FC. In 1888 the first ever tourists to Australasia included four Swinton players, of whom Robert Seddon was named captain. However, in October 1871 the club decided to join the recently formed Rugby Football Union under the title "Swinton & Pendlebury FC". The Championship (Swinton's 6th) was retained in style 12 months later. A brief one-year tenure at the Willows in 2011 saw the Lions pick-up their first silverware in 25 years when captain Lee Wingfield held aloft the Championship One winners trophy. Buckley was. Kick-started by Frank Myler, and continued by Jim Crellin, we soon rose from also rans to Champions! Swinton Lions players Category page. Subs (all used) View source History . Under the guidance of Veivers performances and result improved significantly and the Lions finished in a promotional playoff position. Even in an era where the rules of the game ensured much tighter matches, these players could create a try from any position on the field. 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IAN RIGG Heywood Road, Sunday The Lions produced several England internationals and dozens more who gained representative recognition wearing the red rose of Lancashire. However, the Lions found a friend in Sedgley Park RUFC at Park Lane, Whitefield, which enabled the club to enjoy a semi-permanent home from 2004 to 2010. Swinton's first match was against a club called Standard from Eccles, and within 4 or 5 years the team became virtually unbeatable in the Manchester area and beyond. The Swinton Lions are a professional rugby league club based in Swinton, Greater Manchester, England, which competes in the Championship. Swinton Lions 2023 Official Kit Launch Swinton Lions RLFC - Official Site 19:14 21-Dec-22. 10, Roby Muller A rent dispute in 1928 caused the club to search for pastures new. Of these, perhaps the most worthy were stand-off Billy 'Daz' Davies, scrum-half Peter Kenny and 2nd-rowers Rod Smith (ex-Workington Town) and the highly respected Bill Holliday (ex-Whitehaven, Hull Kingston Rovers, Cumberland and GB). In 1888 the first ever tourists to Australasia included four Swinton players, of whom Robert Seddon was named captain. Gigg Lane, Bury (1992-2002) They followed this with their first-ever Championship in 1927, and then in 1928 the team reached its zenith securing all five available trophies a feat unique in the history of the sport. became chairman of Past Players' Association 635: Doug Clarke: 29 September 1962: 30 November 1963: . Matt Welham then went close for the visitors before Myles Harrop added the next Lions try in the corner, but this went unconverted. During their rugby union era the Lions produced several England internationals and dozens more who gained representative recognition wearing the red rose ofLancashire. Once given approval by Salford Council it was envisaged that construction could be completed quickly. The period leading up to the Great War was not particularly auspicious for the Lions. In 1900, led by Jim Valentine, they won the Rugby League Challenge Cup defeating Salford at Fallowfield, Manchester. Referee: Matthew Lynn Attendance: 458 former GB & England international rugby league footballer, Rugby league players by city or town in England, Rugby league players from Greater Manchester. View all Lachlan Swinton news. MIDLANDS HURRICANES 10 13 Liam Welham In fact it was the Lions 1960s quartet of Gowers, Buckley, Stopford and Robinson who were selected to play for the GB tourists on the 1966 tour to Australasia. In its heyday it boasted a capacity of 60,000, although with a record attendance of 44,621 for a cup semi-final in 1951 this was never really tested. The club came under the stewardship of chairman, John Kidd and fellow directors Paul Kidd (chairman's son), Dave Roberts and Ben Jones. 3, Paul Topping Note: 1 Cumbria cap; Captained Div 2 Premiership team 1987, No. Since 2013 the club have played at Leigh Sports Village and in the same year while the land at Agecroft remained a dream, Dr. Marwan Koucash announced his intention to build a stadium for the club on the old St. Ambrose Barlow playing fields behind the Town Hall. Championship 1991/92. Crowds in excess of 20,000 were commonplace at Chorley Road where the fans marveled at the skills of the brothers Bryn at Jack Evans - both of them Great Britain internationals. Last modified: Tue, 17 Jan 2023 17:39:02 +0000, 2005-2023 Shawn Dollin, Andrew Ferguson and Bill Bates. 24 Myles Harrop He comes to us highly recommended, and Head Coach Allan Coleman will be looking to assess his capabilities ahead of our league opener against Newcastle Thunder on 5th February. The set-back of losing the final knocked the Lions off their stride for a while, but happily Swinton regained their form and shape to finish their league campaign with 10 wins from 11 matches. Concentrating on a youth policy and training methods beyond his era, Evans began to model an exiting, young Swinton team. 15 Macauley Hallett 4 Jayden Hatton The Falcons compete in the Queensland Cup and have an affiliation with Melbourne Storm. Please note that the numbers below are based on data contained in the RLP database, and may not be accurate. This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies. What constitutes being a supporter of a club ? 7 Richard Wilkinson This meteoric rise in stature was made all the more remarkable by the fact Swinton at this time was nothing more than a tiny colliery village with a few cotton mills. 22 Andrew Badrock Appearances:185, Tries:119, Goals:0 David "Dave" Robinson (birth unknown) is an English former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1960s and 1970s. Total Rugby League Unfortunately the football club would not grant Swinton a ten year lease which would be required to enable much needed funding to bring the ground up to standard. The new ground could accommodate much larger crowds and the staging of a couple of County matches added to Swintons growing reputation. 6 Ben Stead The 25-year-old attended a trial at the League One club in November and . Throughout the late 1940s, and the 1950s the Lions strove unsuccessfully to repeat former glories and often flattered to deceive, but the appointment of Welshman Cliff Evans as coach signalled a renaissance. In 1878 came the club's first ventures into Yorkshire, and fairly soon the club was traveling the length of breadth of the country taking on such illustrious opponents as Oxford University. 1 Nathan Hill 23 Chris Cullimore Swinton Lions Head Coach Allan Coleman, said, Joe approached the club last month from where he was based in Australia to ask about an opportunity for 2023. Hodgson would terrorise the Australians on the 1932 and 1936 Ashes tours, and in 1940 he kicked a world record penalty kick from 77.75 yards at Rochdale. Ken Gowers, John Speed, Bobby Fleet, Alan Buckley, Johnny Stopford, George Parkinson, Graham Williams. Sin-bin: Moran (70) Interference Cornwall have signed George Mitchell from rugby union landlords Penryn. Hurricanes were playing some exciting rugby and they added their second try four minutes later when a nice kick by Wilkinson was finished off well by winger Desmond Appiah-Kubi in the right corner, but Stead was unable to convert. Rugby union (pre-2 June 1896), and rugby league footballers who have played for Swinton Lions (Swinton 18661996). IAN RIGG Heywood Road, Sunday Started January 10, By Hurricanes were playing some exciting rugby and they added their second try four minutes later when a nice kick by Wilkinson was finished off well by winger Desmond Appiah-Kubi in the right corner, but Stead was unable to convert. The signings of Hector Halsall from Wigan, a centre and future inspirational captain, and Albert Jenkins, a brilliant Welsh half-back, provided the catalyst. The Falcons compete in the Queensland Cup and have an affiliation with Melbourne Storm. The first 13-a-side international Rugby League match took place on this tour, with Wales winning 9-8 against the All Golds before a crowd of 20,000 at Abedare. International front-men Fred Butters, Joe Wright and Tommy Armitt, not to mention the legendary Martin Hodgson who had now emerged as one of the finest second-row forwards the game had ever seen, guaranteed that further Championships were won in 1931 and 1935. It's easy! In June 2014, Ian Watson left to join Salford and John Duffy replaced him as head coach in July. 14, Jeff Brown Appearances:99, Tries:26, Goals:0 Started January 11, By Ian Blease (born 1 January 1965) is an English former professional rugby league footballer who played as a prop or second-row for Salford and Swinton. The financial failure of major creditor and de facto owner Hugh Eaves in 2002 put the future of the club in jeopardy, the chairman and benefactor Malcolm White resigned. Crowds in excess of 20,000 were commonplace at Chorley Road. Craig Bellamy (rugby league) Gavin Bennion Ilias Bergal Edmund Beswick Brad Billsborough Albert Blan Ian Blease Mark Bourneville Andy Bracek Jim Brady (rugby league) Joe Bretherton Chris Bridge Danny Bridge Chris Brockbank Sam Brooks (rugby league) James Brown (rugby league) Alan Buckley (rugby league) Owen Buckley Walter Bumby Jordan Burke RFL re-structuring then left the Lions in the third tier for season 2015, and at this point the former Leigh Chairman, John Roddy, accepted the role of Chairman. Before 1996, the club was known simply as Swinton. Throughout the 1920s the Lions got better and better until at last they won their Lancashire Cup in 1925 before recapturing the Challenge Cup in 1926. He has since proved to be a popular lad amongst the squad, and has demonstrated that hes got the potential as well as the skills and temperament to play both full-back or half-back. It all became to fruition in 1963 when, under the shrewd captaincy of Albert Blan, the Lions completed the final 18 games of a 30 match league calendar undefeated to walk away with the Championship. The Lions looked to be heading for a one-point defeat until a Ben White drop-goal rescued the game with just 12 seconds left. The Lions took control again on fifty-two minutes when Gav Rodden sent out a short pass for Andrew Badrock to score on the right, but Gregson was unable to convert this one. 10 Kieran Moran numbers 11, 12 or 13 during the era of contested scrums. Appearances:47, Tries:6, Goals:0 Hurricanes made a good start to the second half with pressure on the Lions line helped by a couple of penalties that got them down field but again the crucial pass went to ground, before Dom Flanagan came close to scoring for his side but lost the ball as he reached for the line. Another 2017 highlight was a sensational victory over Super League Huddersfield in the Challenge Cup. This rise in stature was surprising because Swinton and Pendlebury was a tiny colliery village with a few cotton mills, but it had a large number of local junior teams from which the club drew its talent.
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