2, Scott Ranson Appearances: 129, Tries: 69, Goals: 0 Note: Part of the team to earn promotion in 1991 No. Suggestions? 5, Johnny Stopford Appearances: 298 Tries: 195 Goals: 1 He rejected a two-year contract to continue as the coach and general manager and left the National League Two club.[5]. 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. Subs: (all used) 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. This week we look at the 1980s. Hodgson still holds the long distance penalty goal world record with a kick of 77yards (at the Athletic Grounds, Rochdale Hornets, in April 1940). 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. 1960-61 Lancashire Cup winner against Swinton: Daniel Latham: 1895 1 0 0 0 0 28 prop: Doug Laughton . What constitutes being a supporter of a club ? 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. 5 Callum Dunne [1] The club has won the Championship six times and three Challenge Cups. As Swinton coach in the late 1960s/early 1970s, Albert Blan guided the team to a fourth and final Lancashire County Cup success in the 196970 Final against Leigh by 112 at Central Park, Wigan. It's easy! 23 Chris Cullimore 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. 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. 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. 23 Chris Cullimore 29 Anthony Dyne 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. Officially round 3 due to the competitions temporary restructure in 2021. Jughead Peter Roe led Swinton to promotion from Division Two in 1996. 5 Callum Dunne ", playing their first game at Burying Lane against Eccles Standard. Where not all appearances are available, figure is displayed in a light grey colour. Jack Evans (English rugby league, born 1897), File:William Rees - Swinton and Wales.jpg, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Category:Swinton_Lions_players&oldid=1001160526, This page was last edited on 18 January 2021, at 14:00. Another 2017 highlight was a sensational victory over Super League Huddersfield in the Challenge Cup. Gowers was even given the honour of being awarded the position of tour vice-captain. Rugby union (pre-2 June 1896), and rugby league footballers who have played for Swinton Lions (Swinton 1866-1996). 3, Paul Topping Appearances: 138, Tries: 28, Goals: 270 Note: Won p romotion & premiership double in 1987 No.4, Steve Snape Jughead 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. Initially under Frank Myler, and then under Jim Crellin, the Lions briefly threatened a revival during the 1980s. Note:Won 2nd Division Championship 1985, No. Gary, a teacher at Harrop Fold School in Walkden. Started December 20, 2022, By Swinton won the Lancashire Cup again in dramatic style against Widnes in 1940, but thereafter the War curtailed the promise of further progress. The set-back of losing the final knocked the Lions off their stride for a while, but happily Swinton regained their form and shape to finish their league campaign with 10 wins from 11 matches. Valentine's finest hour came when he led his Lions to a Challenge Cup Final success over bitter rivals Salford at Fallowfield in 1900. 14 Josh Eaves By 39.99. 10 Kieran Moran 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. Sin-bin: Moran (70) Interference Park Lane, Whitefield (2015, 2004-2010) 18 Dominic Flanagan By the end of the 1970s the club had hit rock-bottom, even though Station Road continued to host semi-finals and finals. Started 2 hours ago, By 3 Matt Welham Leigh Sports Village, Leigh (2012-2014) 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. Sadly Seddon would drown in a boating accident on the River Hunter in New South Wales. 14 Jack Dawson 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. Ian Watson took over as player-coach. numbers 6 or 7. Swinton Lions players Category page. David "Dave" Robinson (birth unknown) is an English former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1960s and 1970s. Matt Welham then went close for the visitors before Myles Harrop added the next Lions try in the corner, but this went unconverted. Appearances:180, Tries:62, Goals:49 21 Dan Coates Tries: Lowe (4), Eaves (11), Dyne (16,34), Harrop (22), Badrock (52), 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. In 1878 came the club's first ventures into Yorkshire, and fairly soon the club was traveling the length of breadth of the country taking on such illustrious opponents as Oxford University. By the time Britain emerged from the storm clouds Swinton had apparently lost their way. In 1878, the club ventured into Yorkshire, and was soon travelling throughout England taking on opponents including Oxford University. By the time Britain emerged from the storm clouds Swinton had apparently lost their way. Their victorious captain that early November day in 1969 at Central Park, Wigan was long serving dependable right-centre Bob Fleet. Station Road itself was also recognised as one of the finest grounds in the Rugby League. 99 : Alan . Buckley was. A decade which brought back-to-back Championship titles, 5 Lancashire Cup final appearances, but not to mention heartache in the Challenge Cup! More. A rent dispute in 1928 caused the club to search for pastures new. During the autumn of 2009 director Paul Kidd stood down as head coach and moved to his new role as director of rugby. Tries: M.Welham (28), Appiah-Kubi (56) Kick-started by Frank Myler, and continued by Jim Crellin, we soon rose from also rans to Champions! In June 2014, Ian Watson left to join Salford and John Duffy replaced him as head coach in July. 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. 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. Supporters are excited about the proposals to bring the home into the heart of its community. 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. 4 Sam Richards 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. 13 Liam Welham We did some research on Joe and then asked him to join us for pre-season training. 0.99. 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. The club came under the stewardship of chairman, John Kidd and fellow directors Paul Kidd (chairman's son), Dave Roberts and Ben Jones. George Mitchell is new to the sport of rugby league. Total Rugby League This soon became a favoured ground for major fixtures such as Test matches, Challenge Cup semi-finals, Lancashire Cup finals and Championship finals. Note: Twice promoted in 1985 & 1987 & won Div 2 Premiership 1987, No. 14 Josh Eaves Matt Welham then went close for the visitors before Myles Harrop added the next Lions try in the corner, but this went unconverted. Started 2 hours ago, By 17 Matt Bailey 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. 10 Kieran Moran The Lions produced several England internationals and dozens more who gained representative recognition wearing the red rose of Lancashire. 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. + 2.50 P&P. The popular but ultimately disastrous reign of Tony Humphreys followed in the early period of 2002. The club have made nine new signings, whilst retaining 17 from 2021. 23 Joe Lowe 3, Paul Topping 23 Chris Cullimore RFL League 1: 07/17 14:00: 15: Swinton v Midlands Hurricanes W Peacetime brought about the shrewdest of gambles by the Lions directors who had managed to reign in the support of local businessmen. Here we feature 15 of the best, but who would be in your line-up? Follow us on Twitter 14 Josh Eaves All Matches. 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. Sin-bin: Moran (70) Interference Championship club sign World Cup star formerly of Leeds Rhinos Serious About Rugby League 20:44 20-Dec-22. 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. 3 Jake Spedding 28 Callum Hughes 1 Nathan Hill HURRICANES Started January 11, By 17 Matt Bailey If the 1928 team was built around brilliant backs, the next great Swinton side relied on awesome forward power. Financial crisis followed financial crisis and only the sale of the main stand saved the club from closure during 1917. 4, Alan Buckley Appearances: 466 Tries: 192 Goals: 3 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. What constitutes being a supporter of a club ? Started 52 minutes ago, By The first 13-a-side international Rugby League match took place on this tour, with Wales winning 9-8 against the All Golds before a crowd of 20,000 at Abedare. On 18 March 2013 the club announced the appointment of Gary Chambers as head coach. 10 Kenny Baker Note:Twice promoted 1985 & 1987 & Div 2 Premiership 1987, No. 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. Powered by Invision Community. 1 Nathan Hill Concentrating on a youth policy and training methods beyond his era, Evans began to model an exiting, young Swinton team. Matt Welham then went close for the visitors before Myles Harrop added the next Lions try in the corner, but this went unconverted. 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. 2 Mike Butt Further Championships were won in 1931 and 1935. MATCHFACTS Fortunately the club found a friend in Sedgley Park RUFC an ambitious and successful club in Division One of the RFU, which has meant from 2004 to 2010Swintonplayed their home matches at Park Lane, Whitefield the home of Sedgley Park. They topped both the Championship and the Lancashire League, having already defeated Wigan in the Lancashire Cup. 16 Gav Rodden 15 Jordan Case 393 talking about this. 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. [12] 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. 24 Myles Harrop Tries: Lowe (4), Eaves (11), Dyne (16,34), Harrop (22), Badrock (52), Note: Won promotion in 1991, No. 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". A club record crowd of 26,891 witnessed the Lions defeat Wigan in a Challenge Cup tie in 1964. Before 1996, the club was known simply as Swinton. Crowds in excess of 20,000 were commonplace at Chorley Road. Since Mazey's arrival the board now includes former Manchester United Brand Manager Tony Sheridan, former Wigan Athletic footballer John Coyne, and Tecmark Managing Director Richard Heyes. He also represented Lancashire on one occasion in 1991. Mick Adams Mick Adams was a part of the 'Cup Kings' era at Widnes where he made 415 appearances for the club at second row or loose forward in the 1970s and early 1980s. 12 Conner Gilbey Tries: M.Welham (28), Appiah-Kubi (56) Players such as Les Holliday and the sublimely talented Danny Wilson offered great hope for the future. 17, Alan Derbyshire The most famous of the Lions Victorian sportsmen was Jim Valentine, still arguably the most famous Lion that ever lived and who served Swinton for 21 years from 1883. The Lions step-up into the championship proved as difficult as imagined but many creditable performances keep the fans hopeful for 2013. MATCHFACTS Scroll down to the team photo 1934/5 Jack Cheetham is on the second row 5th from right. This week we look at the 1960s. 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. 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. 2 Desmond Appiah-Kubi 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. Only a loss to Sheffield Eagles denied the Lions the opportunity of promotion to National League One. 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. 15,Alex Melling Rugby union (pre-2 June 1896), and rugby league footballers who have played for Swinton Lions (Swinton 18661996). LIONS Please note that appearance and tryscoring statistics shown here are based only on matches in which the player ran on in the specified position. 4 Sam Richards 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. 23 Joe Lowe Gigg Lane, Bury (1992-2002) In doing so, he was following in the footsteps of his two brothers who also played for Leigh. In 1996, Swinton officially added Lions to their name. Started October 13, 2022, By In 1888 the first ever tourists to Australasia included four Swinton players, of whom Robert Seddon was named captain. 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 signings of Hector Halsall, a centre and future inspirationalcaptain, and Albert Jenkins, a brilliant Welsh half-back, provided the catalyst. They are not official or necessarily complete figures and should be used as a guide only. Total Rugby League Under the guidance of Veivers performances and result improved significantly and the Lions finished in a promotional playoff position. We did some research on Joe and then asked him to join us for pre-season training. Left Club/Did Not Play. 3 Matt Welham Throughout the 1940s and 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. . This list may not reflect recent changes. Are there any members on here that are into Swinton Heritage players? IAN RIGG Heywood Road, Sunday Humphreys was sacked in late May 2002 and replaced by former player Phil Veivers. Appearances:198, Tries:24, Goals:0 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. In October 2014 the club announced its intention to return to Park Lane, home of Sedgley Park RUFC as its home base for season 2015. 3, Bob Fleet Appearances: 329 Tries: 87 Goals: 0 No. The Lions took control again on fifty-two minutes when Gav Rodden sent out a short pass for Andrew Badrock to score on the right, but Gregson was unable to convert this one. 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. 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. 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. 6 Nick Gregson Player . The period leading up to the Great War was not particularly auspicious for the Lions. Subs (all used) If the 1928 team was built around brilliant backs, the next great Swinton side relied on awesome forward power, international frontmen 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 has ever seen, guaranteed that further Championships were won in 1931 and 1935. 21 Jonny Openshaw 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. 6 Ben Stead 1, Ken Gowers Appearances: 601 Tries: 55 Goals: 970 No. number 7, and coached at club level in Australia for Burleigh. Bryn Evans (25 November 1899 10 July 1975) was an English professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1920s and 1930s. 4 Sam Richards Jacob Smillie, former Swinton Lions rugby league player, in action at the NFL International Combine. 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