Off the field Damian Ridpath arrived as Director of Development and is in the process of revolutionising the clubs off-field operations, which in 2021 included the launch of the Swinton Lionesses female team, and Manchester Lions junior teams. Swinton went on to win promotion to the Co-operative Championship as Champions of Championship 1. 17, Alan Derbyshire [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. 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 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. and please provide some great stories and. 13 Louis Brogan 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. 14 Josh Eaves 13 Louis Brogan 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. 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. Crowds in excess of 20,000 were commonplace at Chorley Road. 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. 3 Jake Spedding 1 Nathan Hill 29 Anthony Dyne Cas Stadium Revelopment - could it be this time? 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. 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. IAN RIGG Heywood Road, Sunday 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. Moor Lane, Salford (2002-2004) Hurricanes then had a chance from a Lions error at the restart but lost the ball on the second tackle. 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. 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. 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. 3, Bob Fleet Appearances: 329 Tries: 87 Goals: 0 No. [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. 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. This week we look at the 1960s. He also represented Lancashire on one occasion in 1991. Note:Promoted 3 times in 1985, 1987, 1991, No. They then followed this with their first-ever Championship a year later, and in 1928 the team reached its zenith securing all five available trophies. Thank you @White Chevron on Blueyour help gratefully appreciated. 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. In doing so, he was following in the footsteps of his two brothers who also played for Leigh. Please note that the numbers below are based on data contained in the RLP database, and may not be accurate. MATCHFACTS In 1878 came the clubs first ventures into Yorkshire, and fairly soon the club was travelling the length of breadth of the country taking on such illustrious opponents as Oxford University. But despite a Second Division title in 1985, and a Second Division Premiership success in 1987, three separate promotions to the top flight simply brought about three immediate relegations. Financial crisis followed financial crisis and only the sale of the main stand saved the club from closure during 1917. Goals: Stead View source History . Penalties: 3-4 Half-time: 28-6 Goals: Stead 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. Swinton offered Leigh the option of a ground share at Station Road in June 1991 but they turned it down. Concentrating on a youth policy and training methods beyond his era, Evans began to model an exiting, young Swinton team. The Swinging Sixties, a glorious period in the history of Swinton RLFC. SCORING SEQUENCE: 6-0,12-0,18-0,22-0,22-6,28-6,32-6,32-10,38-10,44-10. 18 Liam Cooper 6 days ago News Lions mourn loss of Stan Laing 2 weeks ago News Hooker Josh Eaves joins the Lions! Tim Streets tache 28 Callum Hughes 10 Kieran Moran steve wild, To view matches in which a player appeared, click the List button. Subs (all used) However, the predicted return date of spring 2012 proved to be a somewhat optimistic and premature forecast. Joe mainly plays as a full-back, but is also effective elsewhere in the backs. 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). 24 Jacob Beer Looking back, although the club did spend a season at the highest level in 1991-92, Swinton's last real moment in the spotlight was their Second Division Premiership final win at Old Trafford in 1987. Total Rugby League This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies. An era of new optimism and new confidence, fast entertaining rugby league and an abundance of rising stars! 11 Rhodri Lloyd Started December 9, 2022, Copyright 2022 League Publications Ltd 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. 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. 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. 1 Dan Abram (NU) Sadly Seddon would drown in a boating accident on the River Hunter in New South Wales. 9 Elliott Windley But sadly Paul Kidds team lost out to Sheffield Eagles in the final. Another 2017 highlight was a sensational victory over Super League Huddersfield in the Challenge Cup. 2 Mike Butt ALLEN, John (Swinton 1988) ASHALL, Barry (Swinton 1988) BARRATT, Dave (Doncaster 1987) 14 Jack Dawson Why can't we discuss Leighs rebrand? 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. The 25-year-old attended a trial at the League One club in November and . Note: Promotion & Premiership double 1987, No. Three new signings to debut for Hull KR against Featherstone Rovers as Willie Peters names squad, London Broncos Matchday Experience in 2023. Bryn Evans (25 November 1899 10 July 1975) was an English professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1920s and 1930s. 14, Jeff Brown 12 Conner Gilbey is a professional rugby league club in St Helens, . Note:Won promotion & premiership double in 1987, No.4, Steve Snape A proposal in 1960 to create a Manchester rugby league club at the former White City Stadium on Chester Road, Old Trafford, Stretford, received strong opposition from Salford and Swinton. 11 Sam Bowring February 10, 2015 in Swinton Lions. 12 Mitch Cox Ultimately the funding did not materialise and the club later relinquished its lease on the Agecroft site. Jack Spencer (born December 21, 1990) is a Rugby League footballer for Wests Tigers in the NRL. St Helens R.F.C. Note: Promotion & Premiership double 1987, No. 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. 11 Rhodri Lloyd The signings of Hector Halsall, a centre and future captain, and Albert Jenkins, a Welsh half-back, provided the catalyst. A rent dispute in 1928 caused the club to search for pastures new. The Lions of Swinton - A Complete History. Joe mainly plays as a full-back, but is also effective elsewhere in the backs. George Mitchell is new to the sport of rugby league. The period leading up to the Great War was not particularly auspicious for the Lions. 17 Matt Bailey DOB. 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. Appearances:152, Tries:12, Goals:0 21 Jonny Openshaw 2 Mike Butt Throughout the 1920s the Lions got better and better, they beat the visiting Australasian team of the 192122 Kangaroo tour of Great Britain 90. What constitutes being a supporter of a club ? 2 Desmond Appiah-Kubi IAN RIGG Heywood Road, Sunday are one of the 22 original members of the Northern Rugby Football Union founded in 1895. 18 Dominic Flanagan 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. Other than an annual challenge against the local rifle volunteers the only games played in those early days were amongst the club's own membership. 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. LIONS 23 Joe Lowe 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. During the second half of the decade other prominent players turned out for the Lions. 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. 18 Dominic Flanagan Goals: Gregson 6/8 Started January 10, By 29 Anthony Dyne 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. Note: Won promotion in 1991, No. 18 Liam Cooper Swinton won the Lancashire Cup against Widnes in 1940, but thereafter the war curtailed the promise of further progress. However, by the end of the 1960s they finally lifted the trophy after overcoming a strong Leigh side 11-2 led by Alex Murphy. By Only a loss to Sheffield Eagles denied the Lions the opportunity of promotion to National League One. The following 200 pages are in this category, out of approximately 277 total. 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. In 1900, led by Jim Valentine, they won the Rugby League Challenge Cup defeating Salford at Fallowfield, Manchester. Appearances:129, Tries:69, Goals:0 Chairman John Roddy left the club as did John Duffy who joined Featherstone Rovers, and assistant Stuart Littler was promoted to Head Coach. 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. 6 Ben Stead Jughead 23 Chris Cullimore The Swinton Supporters' Trust began life on 14 February 2002 in the White Lion public house and set about raising funds for the club. made a try-scoring dbut at Wilderspool to Swinton 494: Jack Atherton: 21 August 1948: 3 September 1951: Forward: 21: 5: 1: 0: 17: signed from St Helens Recs . Financial crisis followed financial crisis and only the sale of the main stand saved the club from closure during 1917. 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 week we look at the 1980s. 25 Scott Parnaby The new ground could accommodate much larger crowds and the staging of County matches added to Swinton's growing reputation. By the end of the 1970s the club had hit rock-bottom, even though Station Road continued to host semi-finals and finals. Appearances:60, Tries:2, Goals:0 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). 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. Referee: Matthew Lynn Attendance: 458 The path from rugby league to American Football is, if not well-trodden, perhaps more trodden . Are there any members on here that are into Swinton Heritage players? A short move to the palatial Chorley Road ground in 1886 enabled the club to develop further. Powered by Invision Community. During their Rugby Union era the Lions produced five England internationals, the first being Ted Beswick as early as 1882. 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. By I know it's a long shot but any help given will be gratefully received. 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. 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. Subs: (all used) By the time Britain emerged from the storm clouds Swinton had apparently lost their way. Note: Twice promoted in 1985 & 1987 & won Div 2 Premiership 1987, No. Initially under Frank Myler, and then under Jim Crellin, the Lions briefly threatened a revival during the 1980s. 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. The period leading up to the Great War was not particularly auspicious for the Lions. 5 Callum Dunne Tries: M.Welham (28), Appiah-Kubi (56) View all Lachlan Swinton news. SCORING SEQUENCE: 6-0,12-0,18-0,22-0,22-6,28-6,32-6,32-10,38-10,44-10. Started January 11, By Under the guidance of Veivers performances and result improved significantly and the Lions finished in a promotional playoff position. As for Valentine he was incredibly killed by lightning whilst on holiday at Barmouth in 1904. Swinton Lions Player Issue Rugby League Full Zip Jacket - Size XL - New. Goals: Gregson 6/8 11, Mark Rowbottom Penalties: 3-4 Half-time: 28-6 By the end of the 1970s the club had hit rock-bottom, even though Station Road continued to host semi-finals and finals. 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. Valentine's finest hour came when he led his Lions to a Challenge Cup Final success over bitter rivals Salford at Fallowfield in 1900. Appearances: 91, Tries: 10, Goals: 94, Many thanks. 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. ", playing their first game at Burying Lane against Eccles Standard. 8 Gavin Bennion 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 Station Road turf. Bedfordshire Bronco In 1871, they joined the Rugby Football Union as "Swinton and Pendlebury F.C. 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. Started January 10, By Follow us on Twitter hunsletgreenandgold 25 Scott Parnaby Please note that the numbers below are based on data contained in the RLP database, and may not be accurate. News, information and updates from Swinton Lions Rugby League Club 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. 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. 12 Conner Gilbey 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. Gowers was even given the honour of being awarded the position of tour vice-captain. Alan Marshall and Stephen Wild were nominated by the Supporters' Trust to fill two positions on the new board of directors. 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. | Dark Mode, Like us on Facebook The war took the lives of an astonishing 13 Swinton players, but back home the Lions played on in a desperate attempt to stay afloat. August 24, 2021 in Swinton Lions. 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. HURRICANES The link below will show you a gallery of Swinton team photos. Where not all appearances are available, figure is displayed in a light grey colour. LIONS 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' backline of the early 60s still rolls off the tongues of those who witnessed them in full flow. Peacetime brought about the shrewdest of gambles by the Lions directors who had managed to reign in the support of local businessmen. Most appearances by a player in games for Swinton Lions; Rank Appearances Holder Matches; 1. In 194142, Swinton abandoned the Lancashire League due to the Second World War and did not return until the 194546 season. 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. 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All Matches. Contents 1 History 1.1 Early years 1.2 Inter-war period 1.3 Post-war This soon became a favoured ground for major fixtures such as Test matches, Challenge Cup semi-finals, Lancashire Cup finals and Championship finals. 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. Note: Twice promoted 1985 & 1987 & Div 2 Premiership 1987, No.6, Danny Wilson In March 1929, a 22,000 crowd saw the Lions defeat Wigan 9-3 in the first match on their new turf. 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. Sin-bin: Moran (70) Interference 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. Sadly Seddon would drown in a boating accident on the River Hunter in New South Wales. Valentines finest hour came when he led his Lions to a Challenge Cup Final success over bitter rivals Salford at Fallowfield in 1900. toowooba been breeding ground both here in toowooba and nationally . Swinton eventually finished in 3rd place which meant a home play-off semi-final against York. In March 1929, a 22,000 thousand crowd saw the Lions defeat Wigan in the first match on new turf. In 1886, they moved to Chorley Road. Humphreys was sacked in late May 2002 and replaced by former player Phil Veivers. 4 Jayden Hatton We did some research on Joe and then asked him to join us for pre-season training. 20 Morgan Burgess Note: Promoted three times in 1985, 1987, 1991 & won Div 2 Premiership 1987, No. He was replaced by Paul Kidd and Ian Watson. Subs (all used) 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. Started December 9, 2022, Copyright 2022 League Publications Ltd In 1929, the club then moved to a new stadium back near their original home off Station Road, taking the old stands with them. 12, John Allen 23 Joe Lowe 16 Gav Rodden . 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 192728 season saw the Lions sweep all before them. 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. Scroll down to the team photo 1934/5 Jack Cheetham is on the second row 5th from right. This new era saw some notable Welshmen in the Lions' ranks such as Rees Thomas, Ralph Morgan, Frank Osmond, Dai Moses, Ron Morgan and Graham Rees. Ken Gowers, John Speed, Bobby Fleet, Alan Buckley, Johnny Stopford, George Parkinson, Graham Williams. However, after racing into an early 8-0 lead the Lions eventually went down in searing heat to North Wales Crusaders by 14-8. The war took the lives of 13 Swinton players, but back home the Lions played on throughout in a desperate attempt to stay afloat. Position (s) No. Championship 1991/92. 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]. 7 Richard Wilkinson 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. The signings of Hector Halsall, a centre and future inspirationalcaptain, and Albert Jenkins, a brilliant Welsh half-back, provided the catalyst. The signings of Hector Halsall from Wigan, a centre and future inspirational captain, and Albert Jenkins, a brilliant Welsh half-back, provided the catalyst. 15 Macauley Hallett 10 Kenny Baker Allan Coleman replaced Stuart Littler as Head Coach, and began overhauling the squad in an attempt to win promotion back to the Championship in season 2022. Arent dispute in 1928 caused the club to search for pastures new so the reluctantly vacated Chorley Road and built a new stadium off Station Road, taking the old stands with them. 3 Matt Welham 24 Jacob Beer Swinton won the Lancashire Cup again in dramatic style against Widnes in 1940, but thereafter the War curtailed the promise of further progress. Appearances:182, Tries:39, Goals:28 103 : Danny Wilson: List: 2. Still, it took a dramatic 28-26 victory over Halifax in the penultimate game of the season to guarantee Championship rugby at Heywood Road for 2017. 1960-61 Lancashire Cup winner against Swinton: Daniel Latham: 1895 1 0 0 0 0 28 prop: Doug Laughton . 25 Scott Parnaby Tries: Lowe (4), Eaves (11), Dyne (16,34), Harrop (22), Badrock (52), 15 Macauley Hallett 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 week we are looking at the 1960s. Appearances:99, Tries:26, Goals:0 [3] The rest of the professional game in Britain would follow this move to summer. Tries: Lowe (4), Eaves (11), Dyne (16,34), Harrop (22), Badrock (52), 15 Jordan Case 16 Gav Rodden Bedfordshire Bronco 22 Andrew Badrock Military Wiki. FEATURED. A 1965 semi-final defeat to Wigan proving the closest Swinton came. 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. 13 Liam Welham 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. 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. Lions sign Welsh international half-back Ollie Olds . 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