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Dane Manning scored Batley Bulldogs' first try against Doncaster. Picture: Paul Butterfieldplaceholder image

Batley Bulldogs find it tough going in heavy defeat against Dons

Dewsbury Rams' Tom Delaney competes for a high ball. Picture: Rob Hareplaceholder image

Inconsistent Rams fall short despite late rally against Vikings

Callum Simpson is declared the winner against Ivan Zucco. Picture: Lawrence Lustigplaceholder image

New European champion Callum Simpson reveals his secret to composure

Ben Cliff has signed a new two-year deal with Yorkshire. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.complaceholder image

Halifax bowler Cliff signs new deal to stay with Yorkshire CCC

And the new European champion - Callum Simpson. Picture: Lawrence Lustig/BOXXERplaceholder image

Simpson shows heart to win his toughest fight to become European champion

Keenen Tomlinson crossed for two tries in Dewsbury Rams' win at Workington Town. Picture: Rob Hareplaceholder image

Keenen at the double as Dewsbury Rams return with big victory

Joe Burton scored two tries in Batley Bulldogs' defeat to Toulouse. Picture: Paul Butterfieldplaceholder image

Better Batley Bulldogs test leaders Toulouse with spirited display

Team Agoge's Scotty Hemingway is looking to build a career in boxing. Picture: James Bovingtonplaceholder image

Team Agoge’s Dewsbury fighters looking for title wins

Batley Bulldogs’ James Brown looks for support against Featherstone Rovers. Picture: Rob Hareplaceholder image

Batley Bulldogs boss: We are not competing for long enough

Adam Gledhill and Dane Manning combine to stop Brad Day. Picture: Rob Hareplaceholder image

IN PICTURES: Images from Featherstone Rovers' win over Batley Bulldogs

Josh Hardcastle gets the ball down for a Featherstone Rovers try. Picture: Kevin Creightonplaceholder image

Featherstone Rovers continue improvement in convincing win over Batley Bulldogs

Featherstone Rovers continued where they left off at Oldham the previous week as they cruised to victory over a Batley Bulldogs team that has been a bit of a bogey side in recent years.

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Leeds United manager Daniel Farke gets a soaking from players at the end of the final game of a memorable Championship season at Elland Road.placeholder image

Lee Sharpe: I'm backing Daniel Farke to keep Leeds United up next season

Ross Daly, seen here in his previous spell with Liversedge, has rejoined the club for the 2025-26 season.placeholder image

Liversedge FC start building squad for 2025-26 season

Danny Forrest has taken over as the new Liversedge FC manager.placeholder image

Liversedge FC turn to Danny Forrest as new first team manager

Ismail Patel is preparing to take part in the AJ Bell Great Manchester Run.placeholder image

Batley’s Ismail Patel defies odds to take on AJ Bell Great Manchester Run

Joe Sedgwick in the ring at Batley where he is making his mark. Picture: Alan Narejkoplaceholder image

Wrestler Joe Sedgwick aiming for WWE glitz glamour and glory

Paul Sykes rolled back the years with a great individual try for Dewsbury Rams at Whitehaven. Picture: Rob Hareplaceholder image

Dewsbury Rams show fight in hard earned draw at Whitehaven

Ben White was one of Batley Bulldogs' try scorers in their draw with Barrow Raiders. Picture: Paul Butterfieldplaceholder image

Jayden Myers’ last-gasp try earns share of spoils for battling Bulldogs

Leeds United celebrate winning the Championship. Picture: Getty Imagesplaceholder image

Leeds United not falling apart - manager Daniel Farke proud of his champion team

Jack McShane dives over for a Dewsbury Rams try.placeholder image

IN PICTURES: Action images from Dewsbury Rams' latest game

Leeds United manager Daniel Farke gets a soaking from his teammates at the end of the final game of a memorable season at Elland Road.placeholder image

Leeds United promotion party sees champagne football to match occasion

Record breaking Paul Sykes puts a kick in for Dewsbury Rams against Rochdale Hornets. Picture: Rob Hareplaceholder image

Dewsbury Rams lose way after stinging Hornets with early try

Dewsbury Rams were unable to kick on after a flying start as they went down 32-18 to Rochdale Hornets at the FLAIR Stadium.

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Alistair Leak made his 250th appearance for Batley Bulldogs at Sheffield. Picture: Paul Butterfieldplaceholder image

Batley Bulldogs in unhappy reunion with club legend Craig Lingard

Patryk Bury won the ISKA British title.placeholder image

Patryk Bury digs deep to win British kickboxing title

Jack Carr was on target in vain for Liversedge at Heaton Stannington.placeholder image

Liversedge FC's relegation confirmed with Easter defeats

Leeds United players celebrate during their 6-0 win over Stoke City.placeholder image

'We're back where we belong' says Leeds United boss Daniel Farke

Dewsbury Rams players celebrate their victory over Newcastle Thunderplaceholder image

Ten-try show sees Dewsbury Rams back on track against basement side

Joe Burton charged over for a try in Batley Bulldogs' narrow loss to his former club Hunslet. Picture: Paul Butterfieldplaceholder image

Bulldogs’ comeback falls just short in defeat to Hunslet

Match winner Manor Solomon scored the only goal of the game as Leeds United beat Oxford United.placeholder image

Leeds United need to keep their nerve says Daniel Farke

Callum Camble and Harvey Roberts combine to stop Clock Face Miners. Picture: Rachel Hodgsonplaceholder image

IN PICTURES: Thornhill Trojans in action against Clock Face Miners

Ryan Toulson has been "relieved" of his management duties at Liversedge FC.placeholder image

Liversedge FC looking for new manager after Ryan Toulson departs

Moorlands cricketers Harry Glew, Reggie Clayton, Fletcher Fortis and Joseph Atkin are set to play in the first U12 World Junior Cricket League.placeholder image

Moorlands CC youngsters set to play in first World Junior Cricket League

Jack Render scored Batley Bulldogs' first try at London Broncos. Picture: Olly Hassell/SWpix.complaceholder image

Dean’s late try clinches thrilling Bulldogs victory

Alfie Dean’s last-gasp try gave Batley Bulldogs a thrilling victory on their trip to the capital.

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Daniel Farke celebrates with Leeds United fans at the end of the vital victory over Preston.placeholder image

'It's not over yet' warns Leeds United manager Daniel Farke

Ao Tanaka had a goal incorrectly ruled out for offside at Middlebrough.placeholder image

Officials under fire after big errors in Leeds United game at Middlesbrough

Dan James scored the winning goal for Leeds United before going off injured.placeholder image

Leeds United back on top despite offside errors in their win over Middlesbrough

Jack Briggs scored Dewsbury Rams' first try against Midlands Hurricanes.placeholder image

Dewsbury Rams blown away by Midlands Hurricanes' table toppers

Heckmondwike professional boxer Cory O'Regan. Picture: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxingplaceholder image

Heckmondwike's Cory O'Regan loses unbeaten record in Commonwealth title fight

Jack McShane scored two tries in Dewsbury Rams' victory over Keighley Cougars.placeholder image

Jack McShane try seals hard earned victory for Dewsbury Rams

Josh Woods kicked a late consolation goal for Batley Bulldogs at Halifax. Picture by Olly Hassell/SWpix.complaceholder image

Batley Bulldogs blown away by early season pacesetters Halifax Panthers

Leeds United goalkeeper Illan Meslier makes a fumble that led to Swansea's first equaliser at Elland Road.placeholder image

Daniel Farke confident Leeds United will be celebrating in May

Leeds United's Elland Road stadium.placeholder image

Leeds United's Elland Road is second best rated stadium in the Championship

Brad Martin about to dive over for a try for Batley Bulldogs against York Knights. Picture: Paul Butterfieldplaceholder image

Late scores confirm first defeat for Batley Bulldogs against York Knights

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