Summary

  • Result: Leigh Leopards 30 - 10 Hull KR

  1. First‑Half Highlightspublished at 16:07 British Summer Time 12 July

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    Ben McNamara

    Leigh Leopards struck early with Ethan O’Neill crossing the line in the 8th minute, and Greg O’Brien converting to make it 6–0.

    Hull KR answered through Tyrone May, with Arthur Mourgue leveling it at 6–6. Leigh hit back just before halftime — as tries from Umyla Hanley and Keanan Brand pushed them to a 14–6 lead before the break.

  2. Get Inspired: How to get into rugby leaguepublished at 15:41 British Summer Time 12 July

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    Joe Burgess

    Why get into rugby league?

    It's a great sport to build up strength, stamina and fitness, as well as making friends and socialising.

    Who is it for?

    With so many versions of the game, there is something to suit everyone, regardless of your age or gender.

    Is there a cheap option?

    Grab a rugby ball and some friends and head to the park for a game of touch rugby.

    What if I want a proper workout?

    Join a club to commit to playing and training on a weekly basis to really build up your strength and stamina.

    Can I take it to another level?

    There will be various teams at your local club so give them a call and see when they are next holding trials.

    Am I too old?

    No, Masters Rugby League allows players above the age of 35 an opportunity to keep turning out.

    Is there a disability option?

    There is Physical Disability Rugby League for players with a physical disability. In addition, wheelchair rugby league allows disabled players of both genders to play together.

    Is there a family option?

    Touch or tag rugby league is a fun, non-contact version of the sport suitable for all ages to play together.

    Rugby league is a fast and dynamic game, which involves great strength, stamina and skill, and is played through the summer, so no muddy pitches, or cold, wet training nights!

    With so many variations, you don't have to play the full version of the game to be part of it.

    Whatever your age, gender, fitness level or technical ability there is a version of rugby league that will suit you.