This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies. Further Championships were won in 1931 and 1935. Here we feature 15 of the best, but who would be in your line-up? 11 Sam Bowring Appearances:129, Tries:69, Goals:0 (Merged Threads), The five greatest rule changes in Super League history. 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. 3 Matt Welham 1 Dan Abram (NU) Later that same year, the first tourists to reach these shores, a team of New Zealand Maoris, was defeated at Chorley Road. He rejected a two-year contract to continue as the coach and general manager and left the National League Two club.[5]. Three new signings to debut for Hull KR against Featherstone Rovers as Willie Peters names squad, London Broncos Matchday Experience in 2023. Financial crisis followed financial crisis and only the sale of the main stand saved the club from closure during 1917. Tries: M.Welham (28), Appiah-Kubi (56) David "Dave" Robinson (birth unknown) is an English former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1960s and 1970s. and please provide some great stories and. With Salford moving to a new stadium in Barton, Eccles, Swinton set up a ground-share with Leigh in the Co-operative Championship for the 2012 season and onwards whilst they await permission to build their own ground at Agecroft.[6]. 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. Other than an annual challenge against the local Lancashire Rifle Volunteers from 1869, the only games played were amongst the club's own membership. All Matches. 23 Joe Lowe 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. DOB. 23 Joe Lowe By then Swinton had reluctantly joined the fledgling Northern Union, albeit a year after the new codes formation in 1895. 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. Calum is 27 years old and has been a stand-out performer for the Ince Rosebridge club in the National Conference League Division 1 over recent seasons. Swinton made it to the final of the Lancashire County Cup in three consecutive seasons 196061, 196162 and 196263 plus 196465 but lost to St. Helens on each occasion at Central Park, Wigan. Note:Won promotion & premiership double in 1987, No.4, Steve Snape Ken Gowers, John Speed, Bobby Fleet, Alan Buckley, Johnny Stopford, George Parkinson and Graham Williams. 24 Jacob Beer Later that same year, the first tourists to reach these shores, a team of New Zealand Maoris, was defeated at Chorley Road. By 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. Jughead 6 Ben Stead . 17 Matt Bailey 5 Callum Dunne The club came under the stewardship of chairman, John Kidd and fellow directors Paul Kidd (chairman's son), Dave Roberts and Ben Jones. 4 Jayden Hatton Started 52 minutes ago, By In 2018 the Lions avoided relegation to League 1 by virtue of a play-off victory over Workington Town, then in 2019 a Matty Ashton inspired Swinton team climbed to 9th in the Championship table the clubs highest ranking for 21 years. The only remaining director Steve Wild set about assembling a new board and plotting an alternative strategic course, whilst Head Coach Stuart Littler provided stability for the players and coaching staff. The period leading up to the Great War was not particularly auspicious for the Lions. ALLEN, John (Swinton 1988) ASHALL, Barry (Swinton 1988) BARRATT, Dave (Doncaster 1987) He played at representative level for Lancashire, and at club level for Swinton, and in Australia for North Sydney and Manly-Warringah (Heritage 207), as a scrum-half, i.e. If the 1928 team was built around brilliant backs, the next great Swinton side relied on awesome forward power. Appearances: 91, Tries: 10, Goals: 94, August 24, 2021 in Swinton Lions. The signings of Hector Halsall, a centre and future inspirationalcaptain, and Albert Jenkins, a brilliant Welsh half-back, provided the catalyst. Swinton have finalised plans for a new stadium and announced a short-term move to Sale's Heywood Road ground. Initially under Frank Myler, and then under Jim Crellin, the Lions briefly threatened a revival during the 1980s. 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. The club had first formed in 1935 (I think Frank was still playing even then but was probably just a Colt in those days !) Explore. 20 Morgan Burgess Swintons first official match took place on or about 4th November 1871 against a club called Standard from Eccles, and within a few short years the team became virtually unbeatable in the Manchester area. DOB. View source History . Jack Evans (English rugby league, born 1897), File:William Rees - Swinton and Wales.jpg, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Category:Swinton_Lions_players&oldid=1001160526, This page was last edited on 18 January 2021, at 14:00. St Helens R.F.C. 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. 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. 12 Conner Gilbey 9 Elliott Windley In January 2014, Salford City Reds owner Marwan Koukash announced his intention to revolutionise Swinton town centre via the development of St Ambrose Barlow RC High School. 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. [13], Updated: 13 December 2021Source(s): 2022 Squad Numbers. 7 Richard Wilkinson 24 Jacob Beer 4 Sam Richards 14 Josh Eaves By the end of the 1970s the club had hit rock-bottom, even though Station Road continued to host semi-finals and finals. Appearances:180, Tries:62, Goals:49 The former Great Britain captain, Mike Gregory was the head coach of the club between 1998 and 2001. 6 Ben Stead Total Rugby League Jump on the forums Appearances:198, Tries:24, Goals:0 Peacetime brought about the shrewdest of gambles by the Lions directors who had managed to reign in the support of local businessmen. SWINTON LIONS 44 Jughead 16 Gav Rodden They are not official or necessarily complete figures and should be used as a guide only. 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. At last they won the Lancashire County Cup in 1925 before recapturing the Challenge Cup in 1926. Swinton Lions Summary Coaches Competitions Head To Head Players Records Referees Results Seasons Transfers Venues Players Select by position All Fullback Wing Centre Five-Eighth Halfback Front Row Hooker Back Row Lock Bench All Matches Please note that the numbers below are based on data contained in the RLP database, and may not be accurate. 22 Andrew Badrock Rugby union (pre-2 June 1896), and rugby league footballers who have played for Swinton Lions (Swinton 18661996). 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. 7 Richard Wilkinson 6 Nick Gregson The foundation of Swinton Rugby Club can be traced back to 1866. 20 Morgan Burgess Note: Twice promoted in 1985 & 1987 & won Div 2 Premiership 1987, No. 16 Gav Rodden Started October 13, 2022, By The new ground could accommodate much larger crowds and the staging of a couple of County matches added to Swinton's growing reputation. The club was formed in 1866 when members of Swinton Cricket Club decided to take up "football" in the winter to keep fit. In 1996, the first tier of British rugby league clubs played the inaugural Super League season and changed from a winter to a summer season. 9 Elliott Windley Appearances:148, Tries:75, Goals:3 However, some critics saw this as an apology for overlooking him when the previous tourists were chosen in 1962, when many believe he was easily the most outstanding player to wear a full-back's jersey in the British game. 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Throughout the 1920s the Lions got better and better until at last they won their first Lancashire Cup in 1925 before recapturing the Challenge Cup in 1926. 10 Kieran Moran Martyn Sadler Rugby League Season - Swinton V. Liverpool Stanley (1937) - YouTube 0:00 / 2:07 Rugby League Season - Swinton V. Liverpool Stanley (1937) British Path 2.91M subscribers Join Subscribe. The Lions backline of the early 60s still rolls off the tongues of those who witnessed them in full flow. The following 200 pages are in this category, out of approximately 277 total. He played at representative level for Great Britain, England and Lancashire, and at club level for Folly Lane ARLFC [1] (in Pendlebury), Swinton and Wigan, as a second-row or Loose forward, i.e. As for Valentine he was incredibly killed by lightning whilst on holiday at Barmouth in 1904. 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. On 5 September 2017 the club announced that former Leigh Director Andy Mazey owner of Greater Manchester-based S. R. Waite Group would step in as the new club chairman. Started 2 hours ago, By Tim Streets tache [8], In September 2019 the club announced that they were seeking permission from the Rugby Football League to rebrand the club as Manchester Lions from the 2020 season onwards. The Lions produced several England internationals and dozens more who gained representative recognition wearing the red rose of Lancashire. Bryn Evans (25 November 1899 10 July 1975) was an English professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1920s and 1930s. Started 2 hours ago, By 14 Josh Eaves Their opponents in the final were a talented Hunslet side that were coached by Leeds legend David Ward and included the likes of Sonny Nickle. 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. In July 2017 after a very poor season on the field and serious financial problems off it, coach John Duffy departed and took a new coaching post with Featherstone Rovers after their man in charge, Jon Sharp left his post. 15 Jordan Case 3 Jake Spedding RFL League 1: 07/17 14:00: 15: Swinton v Midlands Hurricanes W 10 Kieran Moran 2 Mike Butt In March 1929, a 22,000 thousand crowd saw the Lions defeat Wigan in the first match on new turf. 12 Conner Gilbey Note:Twice promoted 1985 & 1987 & Div 2 Premiership 1987, No. Although the Lions won a fourth and final Lancashire Cup in 1969 the die was cast, and by the time two divisions were introduced in 1973, Swinton found themselves out of the top flight. 10 Kieran Moran They also have a player currently on trial. The Swinton Supporters' Trust began life on 14 February 2002 in the White Lion public house and set about raising funds for the club. He also represented Lancashire on one occasion in 1991. 2 Desmond Appiah-Kubi The only sad aspect being that the team never received the credit it deserved simply because ill-fortune ensured that they never appeared at Wembley. 18 Liam Cooper Under the studious leadership of the great Cliff Evans, the Lions emerged from the shadows of the previous decade to become one of THE dominant forces of British Rugby League in the 1960s. 3, Paul Topping When two divisions were reintroduced in 1973, Swinton were out of the top flight, and have struggled to regain their former glories ever since. Note: Earned 1 GB Colts cap, No. They were coming strong again and once again ball handling let them down at the last tackle, but Wilkinson kept probing to get his side over the line. The link below will show you a gallery of Swinton team photos. Joe Lycett shreds 10,000 after David Beckham ignores his ultimatum MEN Frontpage Sport Rugby League Rugby League Swinton Lions to build new stadium at Agecroft and finally return home. Started December 9, 2022, Copyright 2022 League Publications Ltd Financial crisis followed financial crisis and only the sale of the main stand saved the club from closure during 1917. The path from rugby league to American Football is, if not well-trodden, perhaps more trodden . 15 Macauley Hallett The new ground could accommodate much larger crowds and the staging of County matches added to Swinton's growing reputation. 10 Kenny Baker 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. 2 Desmond Appiah-Kubi Hodgson still holds the long distance penalty goal world record with a kick of 77yards (at the Athletic Grounds, Rochdale Hornets, in April 1940). In 1900, led by Jim Valentine, they won the Rugby League Challenge Cup defeating Salford at Fallowfield, Manchester. 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. HURRICANES LIONS Goals: Gregson 6/8 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. Cornwall have signed George Mitchell from rugby union landlords Penryn. Gigg Lane, Bury (1992-2002) The first Rugby League tour of the UK by an overseas team took place in 1907 as converted New Zealand Union players, dubbed the 'All Golds,' travelled overseas. Valentines finest hour came when he led his Lions to a Challenge Cup Final success over bitter rivals Salford at Fallowfield in 1900. 3 Matt Welham During the autumn of 2009 director Paul Kidd stood down as head coach and moved to his new role as director of rugby. Powered by Invision Community. This record would stand for ninety years but three months later when the Lions visited Pontefract they lost 50. 5 Callum Dunne The Lions produced an eight-try performance in a very competitive warm up game in which the Hurricanes showed they will have a promising season with some good play. 9, Gary Ainsworth 8 Gavin Bennion 29 Anthony Dyne 1 Nathan Hill By then Swinton had reluctantly joined the fledgling Northern Union, albeit a year after the newscode's formation. 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. Led by coach Cliff Evans and inspirational skipper Albert Blan, the team recovered from a slow start to complete the final backlogged 18 games (delayed due to the severe winter weather) of a 30-match league calendar undefeated to walk away with the Championship. Referee: Matthew Lynn Attendance: 458 23 Chris Cullimore Joe mainly plays as a full-back, but is also effective elsewhere in the backs. Players such as Les Holliday and sublimely talented Danny Wilson offered great hope for the future, but despite a second division Premiership success in 1987, three separate promotions simply brought about three immediate relegations. All Matches. 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. but had folded in 1953 through lack of players. A Super League Dream Team of players who have suffered The 10 biggest shock results in Super League history; NRL star leading potential strike action leans on degree Five of the biggest transfer fees paid in Super League The star-studded St Helens team which could win a record Departing Championship man backs former club to be a [1] The club has won the Championship six times and three Challenge Cups. Are there any members on here that are into Swinton Heritage players? Gary, a teacher at Harrop Fold School in Walkden. Bedfordshire Bronco 1, Paul Mellor In 1886, they moved to Chorley Road. However, what it also had was a staggering number of local junior teams from which the club drew its talent. During the second half of the decade other prominent players turned out for the Lions. Note: Promotion & Premiership double 1987, No. SCORING SEQUENCE: 6-0,12-0,18-0,22-0,22-6,28-6,32-6,32-10,38-10,44-10. . 14 Jack Dawson We did some research on Joe and then asked him to join us for pre-season training. The Lions scored 18 tries in a club record 764 victory. 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. More. steve wild, Such was the Lions success that by the mid-1880s Swinton had become recognised as a national force and unquestionably they were the strongest team in Lancashire. 25 Scott Parnaby 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. 29 Anthony Dyne 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. Scroll down to the team photo 1934/5 Jack Cheetham is on the second row 5th from right. IAN RIGG Heywood Road, Sunday The club moved to Gigg Lane, Bury, the home of Bury F.C. Tim Streets tache Under the guidance of Veivers performances and result improved significantly and the Lions finished in a promotional playoff position. 7 Richard Wilkinson Joe mainly plays as a full-back, but is also effective elsewhere in the backs. are one of the 22 original members of the Northern Rugby Football Union founded in 1895. Calum is 27 years old and has been a stand-out performer for the Ince Rosebridge club in the National Conference League Division 1 over recent seasons. Chairman John Roddy left the club as did John Duffy who joined Featherstone Rovers, and assistant Stuart Littler was promoted to Head Coach. On the field it was realised that season 2016 was going to be extremely tough and so it proved. Swinton offered Leigh the option of a ground share at Station Road in June 1991 but they turned it down. 4, Alan Buckley Appearances: 466 Tries: 192 Goals: 3 No. The popular but ultimately disastrous reign of Tony Humphreys followed in the early period of 2002. 20 Morgan Burgess Swinton were saved from liquidation by a consortium headed by former chairman Malcolm White in January 1993. Appearances:47, Tries:6, Goals:0 The Lions were on the attack straight from the kick off when Hurricanes carried the ball dead to put the putting pressure on the line and Mitch Cox had a try disallowed in only the second minute for a knock on in the build-up, but they did open their account two minutes later when trialist Joe Lowe burst over the line from short range and Nick Gregson converted. In 1871, they joined the Rugby Football Union as "Swinton and Pendlebury F.C. Such was the Lions' success that by the mid-1880s Swinton had become recognised as a national force and unquestionably they were the strongest team in Lancashire. You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. Note: Promotion & Premiership double 1987, No. Swinton won the Lancashire Cup again in dramatic style against Widnes in 1940, but thereafter the War curtailed the promise of further progress. 3 Jake Spedding The resulting move brought the club back to within a mile of the Swinton and Pendlebury border, when home games were played at Moor Lane, home of the local non-league football club Salford City. There are 25 players registered in Allan Coleman's fist team for next year. Where not all appearances are available, figure is displayed in a light grey colour. The Lions step-up into the championship proved as difficult as imagined but many creditable performances keep the fans hopeful for 2013. Gowers was even given the honour of being awarded the position of tour vice-captain. Past Players - Swinton Lions - Total Rugby League Fans Forum All Activity Home CHAMPIONSHIP CLUB FORUMS Swinton Lions Past Players Past Players By steve wild, February 10, 2015 in. Note: Captained Div 2 Championship team in 1985, SWINTON LIONS 44 Results. 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. He played at representative level for Great Britain, England and Lancashire, and at club level for Folly Lane ARLFC [1] (in Pendlebury), Swinton and Wigan, as a second-row or Loose forward, i.e. Note: Twice promoted 1985 & 1987 & Division 2 Premiership 1987, No.5, Derek Bate 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. In search of crowning the greatest Swinton Lions team ever, we delve into the history books to look at some of the greatest players to play for the club. The 1960's had seen Rugby played by Smiths Industries and the Technical College as well as a renewed interest in schools rugby with the Grammar School (Henry Box in new money . To view matches in which a player appeared, click the List button. Wales World Cup star makes Championship switch for 2023 Love Rugby League 09:24 21-Dec-22. 13 Louis Brogan The Lions finished strongly with firstly Cox crossing the line on seventy-one minutes after a nice pass by Kenny Baker and Gregson converted this one too, and Gregson turned provider for the last try with a superb, measured kick to the left corner which was finished off superbly by trialist Callum Hughes and Gregson capped off his day with a touchline conversion and an impressive display by the Lions. 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. Alan Marshall and Stephen Wild were nominated by the Supporters' Trust to fill two positions on the new board of directors. In a tense Challenge Cup Final they squeezed past Warrington 53, and three weeks later the Holy Grail was achieved when they comfortably eased past Featherstone Rovers 110 to take the Rugby Football League Championship. 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. To view matches in which a player appeared, click the List button. The most famous of these Victorian sportsmen was Jim Valentine - still arguably the most famous "Lion" that ever lived and who served Swinton for the best part of 20 years. LIONS Penalties: 3-4 Half-time: 28-6 What constitutes being a supporter of a club ? Even in an era where the unlimited tackle rule ensured much tighter matches, these players could create a try from any position on the field. This new stadium's name was named after its location, Station Road. Malcolm Billingham, 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. 8 Brad Clavering Suggestions? by AAP. A difficult season combined with drastic restructuring of the league structure left the Lions in the third tier of rugby league, League 1, in 2015. A club record crowd of 26,891 witnessed the Lions defeat Wigan in a Challenge Cup tie in 1964. On Saturday 8 September 1906, Swinton hosted a Pontefract team who arrived with only 12 players. 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. Sadly Seddon would drown in a boating accident on the River Hunter in New South Wales. 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