by Harry Dwyer Hull KR will be hoping to lift a second consecutive Challenge Cup when they take on Wigan Warriors at Wembley on Saturday. The two clubs met last Thursday in the Super League, where Hull annihilated Wigan 62-4,…
Tag: Rugby League
Alex Johnston breaks Ken Irvine’s 53-year try-scoring record
By Jac Jones. After more than half a century, one of rugby league’s most revered records has finally fallen.Alex Johnston, winger for the South Sydney Rabbitohs, has become the leading try-scorer inAustralian premiership history, surpassing the long-standing mark set by…
Why work experience is a MUST for students
The University of Chester’s Work Based Learning module offers level 5 students with the opportunity to undertake a five-week industry placement. Not only does this provide a welcome addition to a CV but successful work experience will also help develop…
The Rugby League Paper
BA Sports Journalism student Josh McAllister produced this 8-page newspaper supplement to preview the 2018 Super League season. The supplement includes a range of exclusive interviews with professional rugby league players, including St Helens’ Danny Richardson and Oliver Gildart of…
Sports Journalism student finding pathway with Championship rugby
Second year Sports Journalism Student Josh McAllister has found his mojo with social media, reporting for several Championship rugby league fixtures across the Easter Weekend. Josh, a rugby league enthusiast, has helped assist both Swinton Lions and Rochdale Hornets in…
Student samples live reporting at Wigan Warriors
Second year Sports Journalism student Josh McAllister was delighted to gain media accreditation to cover the Super League clash between Wigan Warriors and Widnes Vikings at the DW Stadium. Rugby league fan Josh braved the bitterly cold weather and overcame…
GALLERY: Students hone broadcast skills at Halliwell Jones Stadium
Second year Sports Journalism students swapped the classroom for a Warrington Wolves training session at the Halliwell Jones Stadium. As a practical filming exercise embedded into the level 5 Sports Broadcast module, students were granted pitchside access to the morning…
Warrington Wolves 2018 Season Preview
BA Sports Journalism student James Messenger produced this 8-page newspaper supplement to preview Warrington Wolves’ 2018 season. The supplement includes a range of exclusive interviews with Wolves players, including Ryan Atkins and new signing Bryson Goodwin. The supplement was created…
Student lands exclusive interview with Castleford Tigers new signing
BA Sports Journalism student Josh McAllister has continued to develop his portfolio by landing an exclusive with Castleford Tigers’ new recruit James Clare. The second year student’s interview with the utility back was initially written for a university assignment. Josh…