6 Nick Gregson IAN RIGG Heywood Road, Sunday 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. Crowds in excess of 20,000 were commonplace at Chorley Road where the fans marvelled at the skills of Welsh half-back Billo Rees, and the brothers Bryn and Jack Evans, all of them Great Britain internationals. However, in October 1871, the club decided to join the recently formed Rugby Football Union under the title Swinton & Pendlebury FC. (Merged Threads), The five greatest rule changes in Super League history. Having gone three years undefeated in the mid-1870s, the Lions gradually sought a tougher fixture list. The period leading up to the Great War was not particularly auspicious for the Lions. 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 category has only the following subcategory. 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. Wild, Stephen (1999). International Rugby Wallabies star Lachlan Swinton set for French series after escaping suspension despite red card. Started November 18, 2022, By 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. They also have a player currently on trial. Subs (all used) On 18 March 2013 the club announced the appointment of Gary Chambers as head coach. Total Rugby League Goals: Gregson 6/8 Another Hurricanes error on sixteen minutes presented the Lions with a chance to score and they took it when Anthony Dyne crossed in the left corner and again Gregson converted. 12 Conner Gilbey 1 Dan Abram (NU) Station Road itself was also recognised as one of the finest grounds in the Rugby League. [11], In the 2021 Championship season, Swinton finished bottom of the table and were relegated after winning only two matches for the entire year. LIONS 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. A rent dispute in 1928 caused the club to search for pastures new. 3 Jake Spedding 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! The period leading up to the Great War was not particularly auspicious for the Lions. Penalties: 3-4 Half-time: 28-6 News, information and updates from Swinton Lions Rugby League Club 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. The Falcons compete in the Queensland Cup and have an affiliation with Melbourne Storm. We're really keen to promote links with our past players, as in doing so it respects the history of the club, AND promotes the future of the club in a positive light. However, what it also had was a staggering number of local junior teams from which the club drew its talent. Swinton offered Leigh the option of a ground share at Station Road in June 1991 but they turned it down. 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. Cox (71), Hughes (75) 14, Jeff Brown They have been known as the Lions ever since. 17 Matt Bailey Only a financial crisis had enforced Swintons defection from the Rugby Union to which they had hitherto been staunchly loyal. On 26 September 2010, former Barrow coach Steve McCormack was confirmed as the head coach for the 2011 season with Ian Watson and Marlon Billy continuing in their roles as assistant coaches. In March 1929, a 22,000 thousand crowd saw the Lions defeat Wigan in the first match on new turf. 8 Gavin Bennion Not to mention a second promotion and a Divisional Premiership title at Old Trafford under the guidance of Bill Holliday and Mike Peers. The team quickly became virtually unbeatable in the Manchester area and beyond. Graham Williams (28 July 1944 1 July 1994) was an English professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1960s and 1970s, and coached in the 1980s. St Helens R.F.C. 6 Ben Stead 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. 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. Throughout the 1920s the Lions got better and better, they beat the visiting Australasian team of the 192122 Kangaroo tour of Great Britain 90. Bedfordshire Bronco Note: Twice promoted in 1985 & 1987 & won Div 2 Premiership 1987, No. Season 2017 followed a similar path on the field, but it was also punctuated by a significant financial crisis off it. It was in the October of that year that members of Swinton Cricket Club (which had just completed it's first season) decided tokeepthemselves amused during the winter months playing "football". 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. FEATURED. Concentrating on a youth policy and training methods beyond his era, Evans began to model an exiting, young Swinton team. By the end of the 1970s the club had hit rock-bottom, even though Station Road continued to host semi-finals and finals. Goals: Gregson 6/8 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). By the time Britain emerged from the storm clouds Swinton had apparently lost their way. Peacetime brought about the shrewdest of gambles by the Lions directors who had managed to reign in the support of local businessmen. Lions' directors managed to call upon the support of local businessmen. More. 6 Ben Stead Are there any members on here that are into Swinton Heritage players? 8, Joe Grima They are not official or necessarily complete figures and should be used as a guide only. [9] The plan was met with considerable opposition including local councillors and the Mayor of Salford. Then, having gone three years undefeated in the mid 1870s, the Lions gradually sought a tougher fixture list. ALLEN, John (Swinton 1988) ASHALL, Barry (Swinton 1988) BARRATT, Dave (Doncaster 1987) 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. 17, Alan Derbyshire 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. Further Championships were won in 1931 and 1935. Swinton Heritage players By Malcolm Billingham, August 24, 2021 in Swinton Lions Malcolm Billingham Members 9 Posted August 24, 2021 Are there any members on here that are into Swinton. 4, Alan Buckley Appearances: 466 Tries: 192 Goals: 3 No. 15 Jordan Case Many thanks. 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. numbers 11, 12 or 13 during the era of contested scrums. 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. The club came under the stewardship of chairman, John Kidd and fellow directors Paul Kidd (chairman's son), Dave Roberts and Ben Jones. The Swinton Lions are a professional rugby league club based in Swinton, Greater Manchester, England, which competes in the Championship. This list may not reflect recent changes. Note: 1 Cumbria cap; Captained Div 2 Premiership team 1987, No. Where not all appearances are available, figure is displayed in a light grey colour. Last modified: Tue, 17 Jan 2023 17:39:02 +0000, 2005-2023 Shawn Dollin, Andrew Ferguson and Bill Bates. Jughead 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. 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. 2,Scott Ranson Tries: M.Welham (28), Appiah-Kubi (56) 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. Jughead 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). 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. 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. 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. 12 Conner Gilbey All Matches. 15 Jordan Case Alan Marshall and Stephen Wild were nominated by the Supporters' Trust to fill two positions on the new board of directors. 7 Richard Wilkinson Tim Streets tache Hurricanes then had a chance from a Lions error at the restart but lost the ball on the second tackle. IAN RIGG Heywood Road, Sunday Swinton eventually finished in 3rd place which meant a home play-off semi-final against York. 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. Subs (all used) The only sad aspect being that this team never received the credit it deserved simply because ill-fortune ensured that they never appeared at Wembley. 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. Started Friday at 11:11, By 10 Kenny Baker hunsletgreenandgold 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. [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. The Lions of Swinton - A Complete History. 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. LIONS On Saturday 8 September 1906, Swinton hosted a Pontefract team who arrived with only 12 players. To view matches in which a player appeared, click the List button. Note: Man of Match 1987 Premiership Final, No. The club was formed in 1866 when members of Swinton Cricket Club decided to take up "football" in the winter to keep fit. 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. DOB. 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. 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. 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. 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. Appearances:198, Tries:24, Goals:0 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. Started 2 hours ago, By Matt Welham then went close for the visitors before Myles Harrop added the next Lions try in the corner, but this went unconverted. 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. 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. Concentrating on a youth policy and training methods beyond his era, Evans began to model an exciting, young Swinton team. 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. View source History . 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. Gowers was even given the honour of being awarded the position of tour vice-captain. Swinton Lions are in the process of giving winger Calum Hughes a trial period at Heywood Road. This soon became a favoured ground for major fixtures such as Test matches, Challenge Cup semi-finals, Lancashire Cup finals and Championship finals. Position (s) However, by the end of the 1960s they finally lifted the trophy after overcoming a strong Leigh side 11-2 led by Alex Murphy. 23 Chris Cullimore International front-men Fred Butters, Joe Wright and Tommy Armitt, not to mention the legendary Martin Hodgson who had now emerged as one of the finest second-row forwards the game had ever seen, guaranteed that further Championships were won in 1931 and 1935. 29 Anthony Dyne Check out our greatest team of the 2000s Sedgley years, Check out our greatest teams of the 1970s. Why can't we discuss Leighs rebrand? 21 Jonny Openshaw During the second half of the decade other prominent players turned out for the Lions. Under new head coach John Duffy, the club relocated to Sedgley Park for season 2015, and a promising start saw the Lions reach the inaugural iPro League 1 Cup Final, which took place at Bloomfield Road on the same weekend as the new Championship Summer Bash. Gains. Started October 13, 2022, By Leigh Centurions this morning announced that they were greatly saddened to learn of the passing of former player Billy McAtee at the age of 65. To view matches in which a player appeared, click the List button. Appearances:47, Tries:6, Goals:0 Financial crisis followed financial crisis and only the sale of the main stand saved the club from closure during 1917. Then came a remarkable decline in fortunes, due mainly to rank bad management and total lack of foresight. SWINTON LIONS 44 number 7, and coached at club level in Australia for Burleigh. Swinton Lions players Category page. Ian Watson took over as player-coach. 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. 21 Jonny Openshaw 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 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. By Started 52 minutes ago, By View all Lachlan Swinton news. He was immediately replaced by former player and assistant coach Stuart Littler. The 25-year-old attended a trial at the League One club in November and . 13, Les Holliday 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. 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. 25 Scott Parnaby Again it came down to fine margins, but the Lions then held off Keighley to win 29-28 in a dramatic match and promotion had been achieved. As Swinton Lions prepared to celebrate their 150th Anniversary, an issue over minimum ground standards at Sedgley Park meant that the club relocated to Heywood Road in a ground-sharing agreement with Sale RFC. What constitutes being a supporter of a club ? Jacob Smillie, former Swinton Lions rugby league player, in action at the NFL International Combine. Please note that appearance and tryscoring statistics shown here are based only on matches in which the player ran on in the specified position. 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. 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. 14 Jack Dawson There are 25 players registered in Allan Coleman's fist team for next year. 17 Matt Bailey 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. Started January 10, By 18 Liam Cooper 1908 Gav Wilson 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. Swinton Lions are in the process of giving winger Calum Hughes a trial period at Heywood Road. 11 Rhodri Lloyd MATCHFACTS Swinton won the Lancashire Cup again in dramatic style against Widnes in 1940, but thereafter the War curtailed the promise of further progress. HURRICANES 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. 23 Joe Lowe 393 talking about this. 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. 5 Callum Dunne Contents 1 History 1.1 Early years 1.2 Inter-war period 1.3 Post-war By the time Britain emerged from the storm clouds Swinton had apparently lost their way. MIDLANDS HURRICANES 10 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. Appearances:52, Tries:8, Goals:0 2 Desmond Appiah-Kubi 13 Liam Welham I have recently started the impossible task of trying to find every player that played a first team game for Castleford. 13 Louis Brogan 3 Matt Welham 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. Hurricanes then had a chance from a Lions error at the restart but lost the ball on the second tackle. 16 Gav Rodden Note: Promoted three times in 1985, 1987, 1991 & won Div 2 Premiership 1987, No. 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. 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. 1 Nathan Hill Note:4 Wales caps; Div 2 Championship 1985, No.7,Martin Lee 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. In 1929, the club then moved to a new stadium back near their original home off Station Road, taking the old stands with them. 9 Elliott Windley Shortly afterwards, Swinton were forced out of Gigg Lane by the financial problems of their landlords, Bury F.C.[4]. DOB. 2 Desmond Appiah-Kubi 11 Sam Bowring SCORING SEQUENCE: 6-0,12-0,18-0,22-0,22-6,28-6,32-6,32-10,38-10,44-10. If you're an ex-Lion, or you know any ex-Lions, please check out the item on the official website! 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