HULL KINGSTON ROVERS THREAD PART 2.

[Luke]

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Title of the thread still says what it's about

[The Beast]

At the risk of dragging this topic out even further and boring you senseless, there are rumours that Matty Storton will be heading for Wakefield next year, I wonder if true whether it was a factor in the Warera-Hargreaves decision.

[Luke]

At the risk of dragging this topic out even further and boring you senseless, there are rumours that Matty Storton will be heading for Wakefield next year, I wonder if true whether it was a factor in the Warera-Hargreaves decision.

To be honest I'm not surprised. I like Storton and think he's been good whilst he's been at Rovers. But with Luckley signing a contract extension, and with King,Whitbread also for a few years, can't see where he's getting game time, shown so far this season.
Don't think it has anything to do with Warera-Hargreaves,  as will have to lose an overseas player, and think that's more likely Sue.

[Luke]

A win after a couple of defeats, and we were far more dominant than the score.
Perhaps helped by playing the three quarters we should have been in there right position. With Evalds at fb, Burgess,Hiku,Gildart,Hall.

[Luke]

Got my ticket for Fridays challenge Cup tie. Looking forward to it, should be a good game.

Big rumour that Rovers have signed Tom Davis from next year. If this is true, be interesting to see who Rovers get rid of, with Burgess only on a 1 year deal,  and Hall out of xonyract.

[Luke]

In sad news.

Phil Lowe has passed away, probably one of the best ever 2nd rowers the game has seen.

RiP, 
Condolences to his family.

[Luke]

Well, still not seen the opposition score in my 2 games this season so far.

Really good 1st half, where we pretty much overwhelmed Salford won it. Looked really good in attack, defensively solid. And in the next rd, everything you'd want from the night.
Only negative was seeing Oliver Gildart stretched off after an innocuous think. Hopefully it's better than it looked.

[Luke]

So we get Leigh. 

For the 6th time in the last 8 seasons. Just showing the stupidity of SL entering so late.

[Luke]

Youngster Leo Tennison has signed a 2 year contract, him & Louis Gorman are the big expectations of the club. So good to tie him till 2026, where he may get a game.

[Luke]

It's been confirmed that Ryan Hall will be leaving at the end of the season.

A player who I was wrong about when he signed (I didn't think we needed him,or he be good). Outstanding work rate, always willing to make the hard yards. And a terrific finisher. Gave his all when playing. And a good watch during his 4 years. 
Best of luck to him next year (though not to much as believed to have signed for Leeds)., and a pleasure to have seen him in a Red & White shirt.

2024 LEAVER.

Back- Ryan Hall.

[Luke]

More Rovers transfer news. 

Coming in on loan for the rest of the season,  before starting a 3 year deal is Back Jack Broadbent from Castleford.  

Going out on loan for the rest of the season are Louis Senior & Corey Hall to Castleford. 

2024 NEW SIGNINGS. 

Frwrd - Jared Warera-Hargreaves- Sydney Roosters-1 year 
Back - Jack Broadbent - Castleford- 3 years.

[Luke]

Good day so far.
Got my tickets for St Helens at home next week,  and the semi final v Wigan. 

Can only go downhill from here.

[Luke]

Joe Burgess who only signed a year deal, has signed a new 2 year extension. Been very good so far.

[The Beast]

Superb result tonight.
"Can only go downhill from.here" Very funny, hopefully wrong!!

[Luke]

Superb result tonight.
"Can only go downhill from.here"  Very funny, hopefully wrong!!

It turned out an okay day, couldn't go to that night , so the highlight of the day was by 10.30am.

[Luke]

So just left the ground, Rovers were fantastic.  Really good performance, against a St Helens side that tried and looked okay. To beat Wigan and St Helens ina week, shows how far we've progressed. Sun, some really good tries, good performance.  A good day.

[The Beast]

Wow. I mean that is a statement, best defence in the comp ransacked.

My question, where does this go in the best wins of the last few years?

[Luke]

Wow.  I mean that is a statement, best defence in the comp ransacked.

My question, where does this go in the best wins  of the last few years?

Hard to answer. Thing is at the ground beforehand,  there was an expectancy we would win. Maybe not as big or well as we did, but that we would. Personally Warrington away in play offs (19-0)) if memory serves), Hull FC away 38-6 (again if memory serves), when only 16 fit players, Wigan last week given how good Wigan are, are better. 
But then again, the fact there was the expectancy says how far we've come.

[Luke]

Another swap deadline, though this one is permanent. 

Joining Rovers is forward Jack Brown from local rivals Hull FC.

2024 NEW SIGNINGS

Frwrd - Jared Warera-Hargreaves- Sydney Roosters- 1 year.
Back - Jack Broadbent- Castleford- 3 years.
Frwrd - Jack Brown - 2 1/2 years. 

And leaving Rovers is forward Yusuf Aydin ( who was never really given a chance) for Hull FC also on a 2 1/2 year deal.

2024 LEAVERS
Back- Ryan Hall to Leeds.
Frwrd - Yusuf Aydin to Hull FC.

[Luke]

Rovers have loaned out Ben Reynolds to Hull fc for the rest of the season,  really not sure why Rovers signed him.

And have bought in Castleford Danny Richardson on loan for the rest of season. As cover I guess.

[Luke]

Willie Peters has extended his contract till the end of 2028. A cup final, play off semi final, cup semi final. Guess he's doing an okay job

[Luke]

Well that was a semi final. 
Wigan were far stronger,  better, faster and more cohesive in attack than Rovers. And had it won by ht.
Rovers other than Micky Lewis were poor. Terrible start, fairly Poopie 2nd half. Just a poor performance.

[Luke]

Louis Senior will be leaving the club and going Castleford (where he is on loan this year), on a 2 year deal.
He was a signing we didn't really need, and though he scored a few, and was fine. After the signings last year (and rumoured signing this year) he was surplus to requirements really.  And best he moved on for his own career. 

2024 LEAVERS. 
Back - Ryan Hall to Leeds.
Forward- Yusef Aydin to Hull FC.
Back - Louis Senior to Castleford.

[Luke]

It's been announced that the hottest academy product at Rovers Louix Gorman has signed a new 3 year deal till 2027. This is great news, might even get a game for Rovers by then.

[Luke]

Rovers and York will be playing a pre season in Amsterdam next year.
This is a good move, and will hopefully lead to more interest later on.

[Luke]

It's been confirmed that Jordan Abdull (currently on loan at Catalans), will leave Rovers at the end if the season and rejoin Hull FC on a 3 year deal. 
Never saw the best of him as injuries really ruined his time here (never played more than 14 games). 

2024 LEAVERS
Back - Ryan Hall to Leeds.
Back - Louis Senior to Castleford. 
Back - Jordan Abdull to Hull FC.
Frwrd - Yusef Aydin to Hull FC.

[Luke]

The expected signing has been confirmed. 
As Tom Davis has joined from Catalans.  A prolific try scorer, hopefully he can continue his form.

2024 NEW SIGNINGS

Frwrd - Jarod Warera-Hargreaves from Sydney Roosters 1 Yr.
Back - Jack Broadbent from Castleford 3 Yr. 
Frwrd - Jack Brown from Hull FC 2 1/2 Yr.
Back - Tom Davis from Catalans 3 yrs.

[Luke]

On my way back from Castleford. 

A win's a win, but god Rovers made hard work of it and were poor. Way to much side to side play. No idea what they were doing in attack, and very little respect of the ball. Defensively gave up a lot of easy yards especially after contact.luckily Castleford were just as poor.

[Luke]

Rovers latest signing had been announced. 

As expected Eribe Doro has joined from Bradford on a 2 year deal.

2025 NEW SIGNINGS

frwrd - Jared Warera-Hargreaves 1yr - Sydney roosters.
Frwrd - Jack Brown 2 1/2 yrs- From Hull FC.
Frwrd - Eribe Doro 2 yrs- From Bradford. 
Back - Jack Broadbent 3yrs - From Castleford. 
Back - Tom Davis 3yrs - From Catalans.

[The Beast]

Rovers latest signing had been announced. 

As expected Eribe Doro has joined from Bradford on a 2 year deal.

2025 NEW SIGNINGS

frwrd - Jared Warera-Hargreaves 1yr - Sydney roosters.
Frwrd - Jack Brown 2 1/2 yrs- From Hull FC.
Frwrd - Eribe Doro 2 yrs- From Bradford. 
Back - Jack Broadbent 3yrs - From Castleford. 
Back - Tom Davis 3yrs - From Catalans.

Doro a replacement for the expected Matty Storton move to Wakefield?

Doro has been excellent for the Bulls, big, powerful, aggressive hard working prop, good signing. Good luck to him hope he kicks on, certainly deserves his chance in SL.

[Luke]

Rovers latest signing had been announced. 

As expected Eribe Doro has joined from Bradford on a 2 year deal.

2025 NEW SIGNINGS

frwrd - Jared Warera-Hargreaves 1yr - Sydney roosters.
Frwrd - Jack Brown 2 1/2 yrs- From Hull FC.
Frwrd - Eribe Doro 2 yrs- From Bradford. 
Back - Jack Broadbent 3yrs - From Castleford. 
Back - Tom Davis 3yrs - From Catalans.

Doro a replacement for the expected Matty Storton move to Wakefield?

Doro has been excellent for the Bulls, big, powerful, aggressive hard working prop, good signing.  Good luck to him hope he kicks on, certainly deserves his chance in SL.

I expect so, also with George King expected to leave as well. left us abit short in front row

[Luke]

The most pointless Rovers signing for a while has left.
Ben Reynolds, who signed for Featherstone at the start of the year, then joined Rovers on a 2 year deal, played a game, joined Hull FC on loan, has now resigned for Featherstone. Hole thing is a farce really. 

2024 LEAVERS
Back- Ryan Hall to Leeds - end of year.
Back - Louis Senior to Castleford - Immediate. 
Back - Jordan Abdull to Hull FC - end of year.
Back - Ben Reynolds to Featherstone - Immediate. 
Frwrd - Yusef Aydin to Hull FC - Immediate.

[Luke]

Rovers have signed hooker Bill Leyland from London Broncos.  
With Parcell and Butterworth (rivals Reynolds as our why signing), both leaving hooker isn't a surprise.

2025 NEW ARRIVALS

frwrd- Jared's Warera-Hargreaves- Sydney Roosters-1yr.
Frwrd - Jack Brown - Hull FC 2 1/2 yrs - immediate. 
Frwrd - Eribe Doro - Bradford-2 yrs.
Hker- Bill Leyland- London Broncos- 2yrs.
Back - Jack Broadbent- Castleford- 3 1/2 yrs - immediate. 
Back - Tom Davis - Catalans- 3yrs.

[Luke]

And in typical Rovers style. Another signing has been announced,  though this one is a complete surprise. 
As Hooker Micheal McIlorum has joined from Catalans on a year deal. 

2025 ARRIVALS 

Frwrd - Jared Warera-Hargreaves - Sydney roosters- 1 Yr.
Frwrd - Jack Brown - Hull FC - 2 1/2 years.
Frwrd - Eribe Doro - Bradford - 2 years.
Hker - Bill Leyland  - London Broncos  - 2 years.
Hker  - Micheal McIlorum - Catalans  - 1 year.
Back - Jack Broadbent  - Castleford  - 3 1/2 years.
Back - Tom Davis - Catalans  - 3 years.

[Luke]

Another leaver, and another player we never really used or got the best out of.

Corey Hall (currently on loan at Castleford), will be rejoing Wakefield. A potentially good signing, that we never used and was just sort of there are Rovers, hopefully will get his career back on track.

2025 LEAVERS

Back - Ryan Hall to Leeds - End of the year.
Back - Louis Senior to Castleford- immediate. 
Back - Jordan Abdull to Hull FC - End of the year.
Back - Ben Reynolds to Featherstone  - Immediate. 
Back - Corey Hall to Wakefield - End of the year.
Frwrd - Yusef Aydin to Hull FC - immediate.

[Luke]

Top of the league.

But a rough month as we face Catalans (magic), St Helens away and Salford home.
Next month Wigan,Leigh away. Leeds Home.

Sort of half and half, finish top 2 week off which gives players a rest. But if we do well keep playing is an advantage.

[Luke]

Another leaver.

Matty Storton to Wakefield has been confirmed.  Shame, I like him always gave a good account of himself on the pitch. Solid and did the dirty stuff to let the flashier plays shine. Good luck to him.

2024 LEAVERS

Back - Ryan Hall to Leeds - end of the year.
Back - Louis Senior to Castleford  - Loan then end of year.
Back - Jordan Abdull to Hull FC - end of the year.
Back - Ben Reynolds to Featherstone - Immediate. 
Back - Corey Hall to Wakefield - End of the year.
Frwrd - Matty Storton to Wakefield - End of year.
Frwrd - Yusef Aydin to Hull FC - Immediate.

[Luke]

3 players who will be released by Rovers at the end of the season.

Reiss Butterworth. 
Last year's why signing, good young player we signed in a position of strength for the club who was never going to play. Ge didn't,  so no surprise. 

Tom Opacic. 
Wasn't a signing I knew much of at the time. But really grew on me in his 2 years. solid center. Really good defence, and some food hands. A solid signing and was a good addition to the team.  Food luck to him in the future.

Matt Parcell. 
Initially signed on loan then been at Rovers for 4 years afterwards. Outstanding, excellent player really shone for the club. A big reason we have progressed these 4 years. Shame to see him go. And hope he gets a club as still got a lot to show.

2024
LEAVERS
Back - Ryan Hall to Leeds - End of season.
Back - Louis Senior to Castleford- Loan then end of season.
Back - Jordan Abdull to Hull FC - End of Year.
Back - Ben Reynolds to Featherstone - Immediately.
Back - Corey Hall to Wakefield - End of year.
Frwrd - Matty Storton to Wakefield  - End of year.
Frwrd - Yusf Aydin to Hull FC - Immediately. 
Hker - Reiss Butterworth - released - End of year.
Hker - Matt Parcell  - Released  - end of year.
Back - Tom Opacic  - Released  - End of year.

[Luke]

So got my tickets for St Helens away tomorrow,  and Leeds home last game of the season. Both interesting games. Hopefully tomorrow will be like the home game I Wass at.

[Luke]

Well that was a performance. 
Dominant in the 1st half, 26-0 up at ht time. There was only going to be 1 winner. Excellent defence, and clinical in attack.  Finished 42-6, mostly because Rovers just went through the motions most of the 2nd half.

Only been to St Helens new ground twice, strangely enough it's the 2 times we've won there.

[Luke]

Signing.

Rovers have turned Danny Richardson loan move into a permanent 2 year deal. 

2025 NEW SIGNINGS. 

frwrd- Jarred Warera-Hargreaves- Sydney Roosters 1yr.
Frwrd - Jack Brown - Hull FC 2 1/2 years.
Frwrd - Eribe Doro - Bradford 2 yrs.
hker - Bill Leyland - London Broncos 2 yrs.
hker - Micheal McIlorum- - Catalans 1 Yr.
back - Jack Broadbent  - Castleford  3 1/2 yrs.
back - Tom Davis - Catalans  3 yrs.
back - Danny Richardson  - Castleford  2 yrs.

[Luke]

And the latest Rovers signing has been announced,  with Rhyse Martin joining from Leeds for 2 years. 
On paper we're going to have a he'll of a back 3, from about 6 quality players.

2025 SIGNINGS 

Frwrd-Jarred Warera-Hargreaves, From Sydney roosters 1yr.
Frwrd-Jack Brown, from Hull FC 2 1/2 yrs.
Frwrd- Eribe Doro, from Bradford 2yrs.
Frwrd- Rhyse Martin from Leeds 2yrs.
Hker- Micheal McIlorum, from Catalans 1yr.
Hker- Bill Leyland,  From London Broncos 2yrs.
Back- Jack Broadbent,  from Castleford 3 1/2yrs.
Back- Danny Richardson, from Castleford 2yrs.
Back- Tom Davis, from Catalans 3yrs.

[The Beast]

+ that's your goal kicking "issues" resolved.

League Leaders shield could be decided on Friday night at Wigan the way KR are mowing through teams.

[Luke]

Some other news.

Rovers have put in a temporary stand at the south end for this Friday and play off games adding 1000 seats. For this Fri it sold out in 24 hours.
There is also planning application in to extend the east stand adding a 1000 seats and new disability stand.

Reiss Butterworth has signed for Sheffield next year, and Matt Parcell is going back to Australia (still a brilliant signing).

Coldplay who are on a world tour, will be playing 2 gigs at Craven park, joining Little mix who played 2 sold out shows last year.

[Luke]

Another leaver.
It's been confirmed that George King will leave the club at the end of the season (rumoured to be off to Huddersfield). A solid, reliable prop who did the hard graft. Shame as I liked him, but his career has stalled this year with not much game time. So good luck to him.

2024 LEAVERS

Back - Ryan Hall to Leeds-End of Season.
Back - Louis Senior to Castleford-loan than permanent.
Back - Jordan Abdull to Hull FC-End of Season.
Back - Ben Reynolds to Featherstone- Immediately.
Back - Corey Hall to Wakefield- End of season.
Back - Tom Opacic Released-End of season.
Frwrd - Matty Storton to Wakefield- End of Season.
Frwrd - Yusef Aydin to Hull FC - Immediately.
Hker - Reiss Butterworth released- End of season.
Hker - Matt Parcell Released- End of season.
Grwrd - George King Released- End of season.

[Luke]

Glad to have gone last night.
Entertaining game, Leeds were good, Rovers just did enough to win. Good work out for the play offs. Looked abit off no surprise given the injuries, but that's a good sign. All in all a good evening.

[Luke]

Rovers home shirt for next year has been released.

It's mainly white, with red across the shoulders with white thin bands. Then a red diagonal band across the white body. Looks okay in the picture I saw of it.

[The Beast]

Good luck tonight. Wigan are will be a diffucult game but not impossible. I've said this before but KR are an example of how to run a club

[Luke]

At Old Trafford, nervous now.

It's a head and heart thing, head says Wigan
Heart says Rovers, depends on start.

[Luke]

Nothing to be sad about after that game (other than the result obviously).
Wigan's defence was outstanding, and they won by a moment of individual brilliance by an outstanding player. Rovers defence was great, attack was poor but credit Wigan for that as well. Shame, but a great experience and an interesting game.

[Luke]

Rovers away shirt is erm interesting.

It's lilac with a purple panel down the side. With Venn diagrams imprints (Matthew Venn is from Hull). Neither kit has made an impression on me.


George King has signed a 4 year deal at Huddersfield as expected. A good signing for them.

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