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). The Lions of Swinton - A Complete History. 17, Alan Derbyshire 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. Penalties: 3-4 Half-time: 28-6
(Merged Threads), The five greatest rule changes in Super League history. Note: Twice promoted in 1985 & 1987 & won Div 2 Premiership 1987, No. 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. 13 Liam Welham
Concentrating on a youth policy and training methods beyond his era, Evans began to model an exiting, young Swinton team. 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. Where not all appearances are available, figure is displayed in a light grey colour. A 1965 semi-final defeat to Wigan proving the closest Swinton came. A move from their Burying Lane pitch to another at Stoneacre (close to the White Lion pub where the club now moved its headquarters and the players got changed) gave rise to the famous Lions nickname, which is one of the oldest in British sport. Ultimately the funding did not materialise and the club later relinquished its lease on the Agecroft site. We did some research on Joe and then asked him to join us for pre-season training. 2 Mike Butt
During the autumn of 2009 director Paul Kidd stood down as head coach and moved to his new role as director of rugby. 16 Gav Rodden
The sale of Station Road because of bad debts and the move to Gigg Lane,Bury in 1992 did not prove the success the management had imagined and the forced departure from Bury in 2002 broughtthe club back to within one mile of the Swinton and Pendlebury border, when home games were played at Moor Lane home of a local amateur football club Salford City. 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. The Lions step-up into the championship proved as difficult as imagined but many creditable performances keep the fans hopeful for 2013. 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 Such was the Lions' success that by the mid-1880s Swinton had become recognised as a national force and were considered the strongest team in Lancashire. 11 Sam Bowring
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. This record would stand for ninety years but three months later when the Lions visited Pontefract they lost 50. St Helens R.F.C. 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. [9] The plan was met with considerable opposition including local councillors and the Mayor of Salford. The former Great Britain captain, Mike Gregory was the head coach of the club between 1998 and 2001. Started November 18, 2022, By The team quickly became virtually unbeatable in the Manchester area and beyond. A rent dispute in 1928 caused the club to search for pastures new so they reluctantly vacated Chorley Road and built a new stadium just off Station Road on former allotments, taking the old stands with them. 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. 22 Andrew Badrock
Three new signings to debut for Hull KR against Featherstone Rovers as Willie Peters names squad, London Broncos Matchday Experience in 2023. If the 1928 team was built around brilliant backs, the next great Swinton side relied on awesome forward power. MIDLANDS HURRICANES 10
Park Lane, Whitefield (2015, 2004-2010) 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. Started January 11, By By A club record crowd of 26,891 witnessed the Lions defeat Wigan in a Challenge Cup tie in 1964. numbers 11, 12 or 13 during the era of contested scrums. In 1886, they moved to Chorley Road. Subs: (all used)
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. A rent dispute in 1928 caused the club to search for pastures new. 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. Please note that the numbers below are based on data contained in the RLP database, and may not be accurate. The Lions' backline of the early 60s still rolls off the tongues of those who witnessed them in full flow. 4, Alan Buckley Appearances: 466 Tries: 192 Goals: 3 No. 4 Sam Richards
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. In 1888 the first ever tourists to Australasia included four Swinton players, of whom Robert Seddon was named captain. Tries: Lowe (4), Eaves (11), Dyne (16,34), Harrop (22), Badrock (52),
+ 2.50 P&P. Martyn Sadler 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. 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. Appearances:216, Tries:49, Goals:3 The Swinton Supporters' Trust began life on 14 February 2002 in the White Lion public house and set about raising funds for the club. . Appearances:68, Tries:11, Goals:0 Having gone three years undefeated in the mid-1870s, the Lions gradually sought a tougher fixture list. 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. 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. Appearances:138, Tries:28, Goals:270 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. Note: Won promotion in 1991, No. On the field it was realised that season 2016 was going to be extremely tough and so it proved. [12] [11], In the 2021 Championship season, Swinton finished bottom of the table and were relegated after winning only two matches for the entire year. MIDLANDS HURRICANES 10
But sadly Paul Kidds team lost out to Sheffield Eagles in the final. The Swinging Sixties, a glorious period in the history of Swinton RLFC. In 1871, they joined the Rugby Football Union as "Swinton and Pendlebury F.C. Total Rugby League Covid then intervened, and upon the resumption of play in 2021 a history hit team suffered relegation to League 1. 1960-61 Lancashire Cup winner against Swinton: Daniel Latham: 1895 1 0 0 0 0 28 prop: Doug Laughton . By then Swinton had reluctantly joined the fledgling Northern Union, albeit a year after the new codes formation in 1895. In March 1929, a 22,000 crowd saw the Lions defeat Wigan 9-3 in the first match on their new turf. Swinton were saved from liquidation by a consortium headed by former chairman Malcolm White in January 1993. The foundation of Swinton Rugby Club can be traced back to 1866. 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. Appearances:60, Tries:2, Goals:0 SCORING SEQUENCE: 6-0,12-0,18-0,22-0,22-6,28-6,32-6,32-10,38-10,44-10. 24 Myles Harrop
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. But other than an annual challenge against the local rifle volunteers the only games played in those early days were amongst the clubs own membership. They are not official or necessarily complete figures and should be used as a guide only. 2 Mike Butt
View all Lachlan Swinton news. Swinton offered Leigh the option of a ground share at Station Road in June 1991 but they turned it down. Their protests were renewed when a match was staged there between a Manchester XIII (Salford and Swinton players) and the New Zealand tourists in September 1961 and the idea was subsequently dropped. Under the guidance of Veivers performances and result improved significantly and the Lions finished in a promotional playoff position. 2 Desmond Appiah-Kubi
Contents 1 History 1.1 Early years 1.2 Inter-war period 1.3 Post-war Once given approval by Salford Council it was envisaged that construction could be completed quickly. 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. 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. 14, Jeff Brown The sale of Station Road because of bad debts and the move to Gigg Lane, Bury, in 1992, did not prove the success that the management had imagined. Goals: Stead
No. 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. 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. Left Club/Did Not Play. 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. 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. The club had first formed in 1935 (I think Frank was still playing even then but was probably just a Colt in those days !) Scroll down to the team photo 1934/5 Jack Cheetham is on the second row 5th from right. 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. 7 Richard Wilkinson
McAtee made his debut in 1977 giving him heritage number 869. By As of March 2016 the club has re-engaged with the project to establish a community stadium in the Agecroft district of Pendlebury. Note: Twice promoted 1985 & 1987 & Division 2 Premiership 1987, No.5, Derek Bate 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. Picking a team of the 1980s is not easy, but after applying a minimum of 40 appearances to qualify for selection, weve suggested the following as a starter for debate: No. 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. International Rugby Wallabies star Lachlan Swinton set for French series after escaping suspension despite red card. This soon became a favoured ground for major fixtures such as Test matches, Challenge Cup semi-finals, Lancashire Cup finals and Championship finals. All in all 19 internationals, 5 Championship finals, 17 Lancashire cup finals, 4 Premiership finals and 30 Challenge Cup semi-finals were played on the famous turf. Started Friday at 11:11, By 11 Rhodri Lloyd
Note:4 Wales caps; Div 2 Championship 1985, No.7,Martin Lee 25 Scott Parnaby
They also have a player currently on trial. During this same decade, local talent came to the fore with the likes of Graham Williams (scrum-half), Derek Whitehead (full-back/utility), Barry Simpson (2nd-row) and classy GB loose-forward Dave Robinson. Adams scored 68 tries during that time and the Widnes-native also played for England and Great Britain with a combined 19 caps. Appearances:198, Tries:24, Goals:0 Chairman John Kidd announced his resignation and hopes of saving the club were left in the hands of director David Jones and the Supporters' Trust. 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. Goals: Stead
Sin-bin: Moran (70) Interference
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. Buckley was. Penalties: 3-4 Half-time: 28-6
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Please note that the numbers below are based on data contained in the RLP database, and may not be accurate. Total Rugby League Sin-bin: Moran (70) Interference
Later that same year, the first tourists to reach these shores, a team of New Zealand Maoris, was defeated at Chorley Road. Since then, more than 1,200 players have appeared for the club's first team. 29 Anthony Dyne
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. 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. In 1996, Swinton officially added Lions to their name. 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. 6 Nick Gregson
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In 2006, the return to Swinton and Pendlebury was taken one step further when club chairman, John Kidd, announced on 9 August that the club had acquired a site to build a 6,000 capacity stadium with training facilities and community use in Agecroft, Pendlebury. hunsletgreenandgold 10, Roby Muller 12 Conner Gilbey
Please note that the numbers below are based on data contained in the RLP database, and may not be accurate. 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. By the time Britain emerged from the storm clouds Swinton had apparently lost their way. The official name of the club would remain Swinton Lions but the branding and presentation would all become Manchester. Ken Gowers, John Speed, Bobby Fleet, Alan Buckley, Johnny Stopford, George Parkinson, Graham Williams. MATCHFACTS
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The Lions have been forced to play their league games at Salford and Widnes since. In March 1929, a 22,000 thousand crowd saw the Lions defeat Wigan in the first match on new turf. 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. HURRICANES
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. Losses. Bedfordshire Bronco 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. An era of new optimism and new confidence, fast entertaining rugby league and an abundance of rising stars! 13, Les Holliday Referee: Matthew Lynn Attendance: 458
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By On Saturday 8 September 1906, Swinton hosted a Pontefract team who arrived with only 12 players. The following 200 pages are in this category, out of approximately 277 total. Gowers was even given the honour of being awarded the position of tour vice-captain. In 1929, the club then moved to a new stadium back near their original home off Station Road, taking the old stands with them. In 1873, they moved from Burying Lane (Station Road from circa 1889) to a ground known as Stoneacre, and used the nearby White Lion public house as changing rooms. 3 Matt Welham
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. 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. He also represented Lancashire on one occasion in 1991. Still, as always, there were many Lions who continued to battle for the club with pride. By the end of the 1970s the club had hit rock-bottom, even though Station Road continued to host semi-finals and finals. 12 Mitch Cox
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. Then, having gone three years undefeated in the mid 1870s, culminating in a ground-breaking victory over the great northern establishment club, Manchester, the Lions gradually sought a tougher fixture list. 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. Other than an annual challenge against the local Lancashire Rifle Volunteers from 1869, the only games played were amongst the club's own membership. 99 : Alan . hunsletgreenandgold ", playing their first game at Burying Lane against Eccles Standard. The project has created a range of materials including DVD's, handling boxes of memorabilia, picture packs, and a mobile exhibition that will ensure that future generations can understand and continue to share this passionate and significant element of local culture and identity. You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. Feedback? Concentrating on a youth policy and training methods beyond his era, Evans began to model an exciting, young Swinton team. 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. Goals: Gregson 6/8
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They topped both the Championship and the Lancashire League, having already defeated Wigan in the Lancashire Cup. 5 Callum Dunne
Swinton went on to win promotion to the Co-operative Championship as Champions of Championship 1. More. 18 Dominic Flanagan
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Swinton Lions players Category page. During their rugby union era the Lions produced several England internationals and dozens more who gained representative recognition wearing the red rose ofLancashire. Are there any members on here that are into Swinton Heritage players? The Swinton Lions are a professional rugby league club based in Swinton, Greater Manchester, England, which competes in the Championship. 3, Paul Topping Appearances: 138, Tries: 28, Goals: 270 Note: Won p romotion & premiership double in 1987 No.4, Steve Snape 6 days ago News Lions mourn loss of Stan Laing 2 weeks ago News Hooker Josh Eaves joins the Lions! The Swinton Lions are a professional rugby league club based in Swinton, Greater Manchester, England, which competes in the Championship. Goals: Gregson 6/8
Station Road itself was also recognised as one of the finest grounds in the Rugby League. 14 Josh Eaves
This was decided at a meeting held in the old school rooms of St Peters, and the club immediately established its headquarters at the Bulls Head. 15 Jordan Case
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Cas Stadium Revelopment - could it be this time? DOB. 17 Matt Bailey
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. 12 Conner Gilbey
There are 25 players registered in Allan Coleman's fist team for next year. Alan Marshall and Stephen Wild were nominated by the Supporters' Trust to fill two positions on the new board of directors. Note:Twice promoted 1985 & 1987 & Div 2 Premiership 1987, No. 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. It was on 20th October of that year that members of Swinton Cricket Club (which had just completed its first season) decided to keep themselves amused during the winter months by playing football. RUGBY PROGRAMMES (MISC) - Age Group & Representative - Big Match Specials & Celebration Matches - Cup finals & semi-finals - Presentation - Programme Offers - Ranfurly Shield - Sevens Tournaments - International Trials - Varsity, Festivals, Regional, Services & Player Testimonials ***** Malcolm Billingham, 18 Dominic Flanagan
Financial crisis followed financial crisis and only the sale of the main stand saved the club from closure during 1917. http://www.swintonlionstales.co.uk/index.php/site/view_gallery/8.
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