Losses. The following 4 files are in this category, out of 4 total. Subs: (all used) Chairman John Roddy left the club as did John Duffy who joined Featherstone Rovers, and assistant Stuart Littler was promoted to Head Coach. Note:Won promotion & premiership double in 1987, No.4, Steve Snape George Mitchell is new to the sport of rugby league. 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. However, what it also had was a staggering number of local junior teams from which the club drew its talent. Swinton had remained a major force, as evidenced by their club-record four players - Buckley, Stopford, Gowers and Dave Robinson - on the 1966 tour to Australia and New Zealand. 5 Callum Dunne On Saturday 8 September 1906, Swinton hosted a Pontefract team who arrived with only 12 players. Tony Sullivan - St Helens #67 Rugby League 1991 Merlin Trading Card. No. 14 Jack Dawson This record would stand for ninety years but three months later when the Lions visited Pontefract they lost 50. 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. You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. No. Initially under Frank Myler, and then under Jim Crellin, the Lions briefly threatened a revival during the 1980s. 2, Scott Ranson Appearances: 129, Tries: 69, Goals: 0 Note: Part of the team to earn promotion in 1991 No. At last they won the Lancashire County Cup in 1925 before recapturing the Challenge Cup in 1926. 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 official name of the club would remain Swinton Lions but the branding and presentation would all become Manchester. Swinton won the Lancashire Cup again in dramatic style against Widnes in 1940, but thereafter the War curtailed the promise of further progress. LIONS Following their promotion from League 1 to the Championship in 2015, Swinton were forced to play their home league games in nearby Salford and Widnes as Park Lane (Sedgley Park RUFC) did not meet the minimum requirements for the Championship, before moving to Heywood Road, Sale. In 1929, the club then moved to a new stadium back near their original home off Station Road, taking the old stands with them. Only a financial crisis had enforced Swintons defection from the Rugby Union to which they had hitherto been staunchly loyal. Valentine's finest hour came when he led his Lions to a Challenge Cup Final success over bitter rivals Salford at Fallowfield in 1900. 14 Josh Eaves St Helens R.F.C. In 1992, financial mis-management necessitated the sale of Station Road for property development. Matt Welham then went close for the visitors before Myles Harrop added the next Lions try in the corner, but this went unconverted. In addition, some 40 Lions gained RU representative recognition wearing the red rose of Lancashire. Jacob Smillie, former Swinton Lions rugby league player, in action at the NFL International Combine. Results. [11], In the 2021 Championship season, Swinton finished bottom of the table and were relegated after winning only two matches for the entire year. 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. [1] The club has won the Championship six times and three Challenge Cups. Lions sign Welsh international half-back Ollie Olds . This soon became a favoured ground for major fixtures such as Test matches, Challenge Cup semi-finals, Lancashire Cup finals and Championship finals. Appearances:185, Tries:119, Goals:0 3 Jake Spedding Started January 10, By [12] 16 Gav Rodden 13 Liam Welham Contents 1 History 1.1 Early years 1.2 Inter-war period 1.3 Post-war However, what it also had was a staggering number of local junior teams from which the club drew its talent. 9 Elliott Windley A new company, Swinton Lions Rugby Club, was set up to remove problems with shareholdings from the previous administration. Although the Lions won a fourth and final Lancashire Cup in 1969 the dye was cast, and by the time two divisions were introduced in 1973 Swinton found themselves out of top flight. 29 Anthony Dyne Martyn Sadler Louis Brogan was held up on ten minutes but on the next tackle Gregson put in a measured kick for Josh Eaves to chase and score and Gregson converted this one too. 21 Dan Coates A decade which brought back-to-back Championship titles, 5 Lancashire Cup final appearances, but not to mention heartache in the Challenge Cup! Started December 9, 2022, Copyright 2022 League Publications Ltd 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. Thank you @White Chevron on Blueyour help gratefully appreciated. 1, Paul Mellor Appearances: 91, Tries: 10, Goals: 94, Note: Earned 1 GB Colts cap No. 20 Morgan Burgess Moor Lane, Salford (2002-2004) Note: Twice promoted in 1985 & 1987 & won Div 2 Premiership 1987, No. Debuts. Total Rugby League Position (s) 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. Jack Spencer (born December 21, 1990) is a Rugby League footballer for Wests Tigers in the NRL. We will see how things go during the remainder of our pre-season and then sit down with Joe ahead of the start of our league campaign., Heywood Road, Sale, M33 3WB | info@swintonlionsrlfc.co.uk | 07932 500 731, Copyright Swinton Lions 2023 | Privacy Policy, Twice promoted 1985 & 1987 & Div 2 Premiership 1987, Created by Rugby League World Cup England 2021. 4 Sam Richards FEATURED. 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 . 25 Scott Parnaby 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. 99 : Alan . 12 Conner Gilbey 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. 2 Desmond Appiah-Kubi RFL League 1: 07/17 14:00: 15: Swinton v Midlands Hurricanes W Rugby union (pre-2 June 1896), and rugby league footballers who have played for Swinton Lions (Swinton 18661996). One of these players I believe had a Swinton connection - Jack CHEETHAM (c1936). Joe mainly plays as a full-back, but is also effective elsewhere in the backs. 103 : Danny Wilson: List: 2. Military Wiki. Please note that the numbers below are based on data contained in the RLP database, and may not be accurate. are one of the 22 original members of the Northern Rugby Football Union founded in 1895. Gav Wilson 23 Joe Lowe In addition to the Championship Trophy, the Challenge Cup, the Lancashire League and the Lancashire Cup; Swinton won a fifth cup, the Salford Royal Hospital Cup, which was competed for by Salford, Broughton Rangers and Swinton. Under captain, Hector Halsall, the Lions were a side with a strong Welsh presence, with players like Billo Rees as well as the Cumbrian goal-kicking second row forward, Martin Hodgson who signed for Swinton in January 1927. Official Swinton Lions Website - English Rugby League Lions mourn loss of Stan Laing READ MORE Latest News News The Lions' Foundation - Celebrating a Year of Success! Swinton went on to win promotion to the Co-operative Championship as Champions of Championship 1. Initially under Frank Myler, and then under Jim Crellin, the Lions briefly threatened a revival during the 1980s. They also have a player currently on trial. By the end of the 1970s the club had hit rock-bottom, even though Station Road continued to host semi-finals and finals. Do you agree with our selection? As for Valentine he was incredibly killed by lightning whilst on holiday at Barmouth in 1904. 28 Callum Hughes Powered by Invision Community. 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). On 2 October 2022, Swinton achieved promotion from League 1 back to the championship after beating Doncaster 16-10 in the playoff final. 11 Rhodri Lloyd HURRICANES However, in October 1871, the club decided to join the recently formed Rugby Football Union under the title Swinton & Pendlebury FC. To complete two remarkable seasons, Swintons 6th title was retained in style 12 months later. 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. 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. [13], Updated: 13 December 2021Source(s): 2022 Squad Numbers. 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. 22 Andrew Badrock 4 Sam Richards SWINTON LIONS 44 12 Mitch Cox 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. 1, Ken Gowers Appearances: 601 Tries: 55 Goals: 970 No. Three new signings to debut for Hull KR against Featherstone Rovers as Willie Peters names squad, London Broncos Matchday Experience in 2023. 0.99. Note: Promoted three times in 1985, 1987, 1991 & won Div 2 Premiership 1987, No. By the end of the 1970s the club had hit rock-bottom, even though Station Road continued to host semi-finals and finals. Joe still has family in the Wigan area, and was looking to develop his immediate rugby career in England, and having done his research felt that the Lions were a potential fit for both himself and the club. 24 Jacob Beer Peacetime brought about the shrewdest of gambles by the Lions' directors who had managed to reign in the support of local businessmen. Sin-bin: Moran (70) Interference 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. 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. 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. 29 Anthony Dyne 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. He also represented Lancashire on one occasion in 1991. In October 2014 the club announced its intention to return to Park Lane, home of Sedgley Park RUFC as its home base for season 2015. 12 Mitch Cox 5 Callum Dunne But a further financial crisis at the end of 2013 saw the departure of chairman, John Kidd, and the club was rescued by a new consortium which initially comprised of director David Jones and the Supporters Trust. Joe mainly plays as a full-back, but is also effective elsewhere in the backs. Started November 18, 2022, By International Rugby Wallabies star Lachlan Swinton set for French series after escaping suspension despite red card. 10 Kenny Baker Whilst the fans and other individuals and organisations were rallying round in extraordinary fashion to save the club from financial disaster, Littler was able to guarantee the clubs Championship status with another crucial home win this time against Oldham right at the end of the season. Where not all appearances are available, figure is displayed in a light grey colour. The team quickly became virtually unbeatable in the Manchester area and beyond. Swinton were saved from liquidation by a consortium headed by former chairman Malcolm White in January 1993. Championship club sign World Cup star formerly of Leeds Rhinos Serious About Rugby League 20:44 20-Dec-22. David "Dave" Robinson (birth unknown) is an English former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1960s and 1970s. Started December 20, 2022, By The signings of Hector Halsall from Wigan, a centre and future inspirational captain, and Albert Jenkins, a brilliant Welsh half-back, provided the catalyst. Are there any members on here that are into Swinton Heritage players? The southern teams in particular came in for some severe punishment, and Ian Mort created a club record of 48 individual points in an annihilation of Oxford. They are not official or necessarily complete figures and should be used as a guide only. Join the conversation on Facebook,TwitterandInstagram. 14, Jeff Brown 1908 9, Gary Ainsworth 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. 8 Gavin Bennion 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. 16 Gav Rodden We will see how things go during the remainder of our pre-season and then sit down with Joe ahead of the start of our league campaign., Heywood Road, Sale, M33 3WB | info@swintonlionsrlfc.co.uk | 07932 500 731, Copyright Swinton Lions 2023 | Privacy Policy, Created by Rugby League World Cup England 2021. 17 Matt Bailey Scroll down to the team photo 1934/5 Jack Cheetham is on the second row 5th from right. 3, Paul Topping Appearances: 138, Tries: 28, Goals: 270 Note: Won p romotion & premiership double in 1987 No.4, Steve Snape [10] As a result of the opposition the re-brand plans were shelved and almost the entire board resigned on 12 September 2019, leaving sole remaining director Steve Wild in charge to re-structure the club. Does anyone have a head and shoulders pic of him or team pic with him on please? 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. 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. Park Lane, Whitefield (2015, 2004-2010) numbers 11, 12 or 13 during the era of contested scrums. 24 Jacob Beer Please note that the numbers below are based on data contained in the RLP database, and may not be accurate. 3 weeks ago More Articles Meet the Team Rhodri Lloyd Second-Row / Centre 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. 28 Callum Hughes As of 7 June 2011 when the club hosted a fans' meeting at Moorside Social Club, Swinton, Mr Kidd stated that he expected that the building of the stadium should commence no later than New Year's Day, 2012 with completion set for the end of April (2012). Cas Stadium Revelopment - could it be this time? 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. MIDLANDS HURRICANES 10 Bedfordshire Bronco Subs (all used) In 1888 the first ever tourists to Australasia included four Swinton players, of whom Robert Seddon was named captain. It's easy! 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. 4 Jayden Hatton 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. Appearances: 91, Tries: 10, Goals: 94, Cornwall have signed George Mitchell from rugby union landlords Penryn. When two divisions were reintroduced in 1973, Swinton were out of the top flight, and have struggled to regain their former glories ever since. It was also announced that the new player/coach for season 2010 would be Paul Smith with Ian Watson as his assistant player/coach. Swinton Lions are in the process of giving winger Calum Hughes a trial period at Heywood Road. 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. 23 Joe Lowe Player . 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. SCORING SEQUENCE: 6-0,12-0,18-0,22-0,22-6,28-6,32-6,32-10,38-10,44-10. A rent dispute in 1928 caused the club to search for pastures new. 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. 3 Matt Welham Gigg Lane, Bury (1992-2002) Adams scored 68 tries during that time and the Widnes-native also played for England and Great Britain with a combined 19 caps. SCORING SEQUENCE: 6-0,12-0,18-0,22-0,22-6,28-6,32-6,32-10,38-10,44-10. 23 Chris Cullimore The Swinton Lions are a professional rugby league club based in Swinton, Greater Manchester, England, which competes in the Championship. 15 Jordan Case Appearances:129, Tries:69, Goals:0 By The 25-year-old attended a trial at the League One club in November and . Firebrand flanker Lachie Swinton is free for Wallabies selection to face France after escaping a further ban after his send-off in the final round of Super Rugby Trans-Tasman. Goals: Stead In 1871, they joined the Rugby Football Union as "Swinton and Pendlebury F.C. Past players Malcolm Cummings, Bob Fleet, Tony Pratt, Brian Robinson and Derek Whitehead were in attendance along with director of rugby Paul Kidd and current players Phil Joseph and Rob Foxen - a former Swinton High pupil. The Swinton Supporters' Trust began life on 14 February 2002 in the White Lion public house and set about raising funds for the club. 12 Conner Gilbey 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. Sign up for a new account in our community. Although Peter Roe coached the Lions to promotion to the middle tier in 1996, subsequent significant investment by Bury FC owner, Hugh Eaves, in 1997 achieved only a disappointing play-off defeat, and eventually the football club forced the Lions out in 2002. 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. In June 2014, Ian Watson left to join Salford and John Duffy replaced him as head coach in July. Mick Adams Mick Adams was a part of the 'Cup Kings' era at Widnes where he made 415 appearances for the club at second row or loose forward in the 1970s and early 1980s. Gav Wilson 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. Total Rugby League 6 Ben Stead 14 Jack Dawson Swinton won the Lancashire Cup against Widnes in 1940, but thereafter the war curtailed the promise of further progress. 9 Elliott Windley Late 2019 also saw plans to rebrand as Manchester Lions hit significant opposition from supporter groups, in the wake of which chairman Andy Mazey resigned along with five other directors. They were initially reluctant to join the new Northern Union, but did so on 2 June 1896 due to the fact that the majority of other teams in the area had done so, causing financial hardship to the club. 13, Les Holliday 4, Alan Buckley Appearances: 466 Tries: 192 Goals: 3 No. Started November 18, 2022, By 29 Anthony Dyne 18 Dominic Flanagan toowooba been breeding ground both here in toowooba and nationally . Penalties: 3-4 Half-time: 28-6 A move in 1873 from a field off Station Road to another at Stoneacre (close to the White Lion pub where the players got changed) gave rise to the famous "Lions" nickname, which is one of the oldest in British sport. 8 Brad Clavering A favourite decade for many of us of a certain age! 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. 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