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Podcast: Fergo And The Freak – Episode 94 – Professor Tony Collins On The Birth Of Rugby, Rugby Leagues Split With Rugby Union And The Birth Of The Game In England, Wales, New Zealand, Australia And France

Podcast: Fergo And The Freak – Episode 94 – Professor Tony Collins On The Birth Of Rugby, Rugby Leagues Split With Rugby Union And The Birth Of The Game In England, Wales, New Zealand, Australia And France

Oct 17, 2019 Fergo and The Freak 0

In this episode we are joined by Professor Tony Collins, a Rugby League and Rugby Union historian about the birth of the game of Rugby, Rugby Leagues split from Rugby Union, as well as the birth of...
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Italy Look Very Good In Win Over Wales

Italy Look Very Good In Win Over Wales

Oct 27, 2013 World Cup News 1

Italy has won its first ever game in a World Cup with an impressive 32-16 victory over Wales in Cardiff. Italy looked really sharp and played very well considering the ground was a mess by the time...
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What Effect Would A Failed World Cup Have On Rugby League In Great Britain?

What Effect Would A Failed World Cup Have On Rugby League In Great Britain?

Jul 31, 2013 World Cup News 6

For a few years now a lot of people in Great Britain have invested all of their hopes and dreams in the 2013 Rugby League World Cup being a success. Whether that means it is a financial success, that...
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What Happened To Scotland, Wales And Ireland This Weekend?

What Happened To Scotland, Wales And Ireland This Weekend?

Jun 17, 2013 International Rugby League News 0

The Rugby Football League went out of its way to free up this weekend so that England could play the Exiles team and have the best possible chance to prepare for the World Cup at seasons end. That...
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Could You Sell A Tour By The Great Britain Rugby League Team Down Under?

Could You Sell A Tour By The Great Britain Rugby League Team Down Under?

Jun 12, 2013 International Rugby League News 1

The British and Irish Lions Rugby Union team is currently touring Australia. While Rugby Union in Australia might be a small sport that struggles to get a share of the spotlight, crowds have been...
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Sort International Rugby League Out, Or Scrap It

Sort International Rugby League Out, Or Scrap It

Oct 12, 2012 International Rugby League News 2

I love international Rugby League. I grew up watching test football and enjoying every single minutes of it. I would set my alarm late at night to watch games played over in England, and I still...
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Why Do You Believe You Are More Important Than Any Other Fan?

Why Do You Believe You Are More Important Than Any Other Fan?

May 04, 2012 League Freak 2

You are a unique and delicate flower. There is no one else quite like you. You are special. So very, very special. You are a Rugby League fan living in the “heartlands”. The game is...
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League Freaks 2011 Four Nations Preview

League Freaks 2011 Four Nations Preview

Oct 28, 2011 International Rugby League News 0

Lets get right to a point that needs to be made. The Four Nations does not determine the best team in the world. We already have a competition for that, its called the World Cup. If Australia wins...
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Pressing The Reset Button On The Super League Concept

Pressing The Reset Button On The Super League Concept

Aug 09, 2011 European Super League News 0

I’ve been saying for some time that Rugby League in Great Britain, and Super League in particular needs fixing. In 1996 Rugby League in Great Britain was given a whole lot of money to help try...
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2013 World Cup Draw Announced, Disaster Looms

2013 World Cup Draw Announced, Disaster Looms

Dec 02, 2010 World Cup News 1

The draw for the 2013 Rugby League World Cup was announced with little warning at an event held in Salford over night. It was announced that 14 teams will take part in the next World Cup, which will...
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