ᴀᴀʀᴏɴ ʙᴏᴡᴇʀ

Journalist @guardian_sport
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[ᴀᴀʀᴏɴ ʙᴏᴡᴇʀ @AaronBower]

Two weeks ago, I experienced wheelchair rugby league after being invited to @England_RL training as they prepare for @RLWC2021.

It was tough, physical and requires incredible skill. I left aching and sore: but in awe of the sport and its stars.

https://t.co/HRqgfim5qv

[ᴀᴀʀᴏɴ ʙᴏᴡᴇʀ @AaronBower]

Exclusive: Understand Wakefield Trinity have completed a deal to sign St George prop Emre Guler on a multi-year deal from the start of next season.

https://t.co/c6oRMzolro

[ᴀᴀʀᴏɴ ʙᴏᴡᴇʀ @AaronBower]

1000% yes

[Wakefield Trinity @WTrinityRL]

𝙁𝙤𝙧 𝙊𝙣𝙚 𝙉𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙊𝙣𝙡𝙮!

The Wildcats are back for Magic Wknd!

Get your hands on our new jersey now from our Retail Store and Online 👉🏻 https://t.co/lgBaftRryG

#YeahTheCats

[ᴀᴀʀᴏɴ ʙᴏᴡᴇʀ @AaronBower]

Exclusive: Understand Wakefield Trinity have completed a deal to sign St George prop Emre Guler on a multi-year deal from the start of next season.

https://t.co/c6oRMzolro

[ᴀᴀʀᴏɴ ʙᴏᴡᴇʀ @AaronBower]

Willie Peters has described the tackle on Bill Leyland in the cup final as the 'worst he has ever seen', and insists he was staggered Junior Nsemba wasn't charged. Says Nsemba's involvement led to Leyland being put in a dangerous position.

https://t.co/Cb7vIZdqqM

[ᴀᴀʀᴏɴ ʙᴏᴡᴇʀ @AaronBower]

@JamieRaynor @BBCSounds @BBCWYS It'll be interesting to see if he goes into detail about how and why he left. Hopefully he admits he made the biggest mistake of his career!

[ᴀᴀʀᴏɴ ʙᴏᴡᴇʀ @AaronBower]

@JohnHodgson1986 Don't we all!

[ᴀᴀʀᴏɴ ʙᴏᴡᴇʀ @AaronBower]

Leeds Rhinos have held talks with Wests Tigers prop Royce Hunt over a move to the club in 2027.

https://t.co/drh1yX0CdO

[ᴀᴀʀᴏɴ ʙᴏᴡᴇʀ @AaronBower]

Hull have expressed a desire to keep Ethan O'Neill and Jeremiah Mata'utia beyond their initial loan deals, which expire next week. Leeds will make a call after this weekend's fixtures but door ajar for them to stay with FC.

https://t.co/JmnLilIKga

[ᴀᴀʀᴏɴ ʙᴏᴡᴇʀ @AaronBower]

Nene Macdonald is a couple of weeks away from a return for St Helens. But Noah Stephens has suffered nerve damage to his shoulder as a result of the tackle that led to him failing a HIA at Castleford, and he needs clearance to return.

https://t.co/BveZHOOPKH

[Ben Olawumi @OlawumiJourno]

🐆 Good news for Leigh, with Michael Chammas confirming PNG Chiefs won't be trying to lure Edwin Ipape their way.

The long-term Leopards deal he penned last year does not include an NRL release clause.
https://t.co/zHC176smN7

[ᴀᴀʀᴏɴ ʙᴏᴡᴇʀ @AaronBower]

Understand Halifax youngster Alfie Johnson is being watched by multiple Super League clubs for 2027. The former Warrington Wolves man has caught the eye in the Championship this year for the Panthers. Huddersfield among those looking.

https://t.co/LSeYJhdTw0

[ᴀᴀʀᴏɴ ʙᴏᴡᴇʀ @AaronBower]

Sounds like I'm in the minority on here but good luck to Max Power. Gave #bcafc a good year and can imagine that commute from the Wirral to Apperley Bridge 5 times a week would get rough quickly with a young family. Sometimes it's not just about football.. it happens. We move on

[ᴀᴀʀᴏɴ ʙᴏᴡᴇʀ @AaronBower]

Delighted for Matty Lees to crack at the NRL. Been one of Super League's best for a prolonged period. He's off to the Chiefs in 2028

https://t.co/J5UV5zAy3B

[ᴀᴀʀᴏɴ ʙᴏᴡᴇʀ @AaronBower]

This week's pod now live! Paying tribute to the great John Kear, all the Challenge Cup final fallout, Wembley's future, the two new Super League clubs going to Dublin and the Championship star attracting Super League interest. A busy show!

https://t.co/lxRH3ZAK5U

[ᴀᴀʀᴏɴ ʙᴏᴡᴇʀ @AaronBower]

@rlfansSaddened I have pushed back. I have told the RFL I think it's wrong. I would wager they obviously don't think any of that stuff you suggest is 'okay'.

[ᴀᴀʀᴏɴ ʙᴏᴡᴇʀ @AaronBower]

I'm told Junior Nsemba ultimately wasn't charged for his role in the Leyland tackle because it was deemed by MRP that it was Sam Walters who instigated the dangerous tackle: and it would have still been dangerous without Nsemba. Don't shoot the messenger!
https://t.co/o8ICG5Mmx8

[ᴀᴀʀᴏɴ ʙᴏᴡᴇʀ @AaronBower]

@rlfansSaddened What, you want me to argue against the MRP's decision? For the benefit of whom? For what it's worth I'm surprised they made that call in my opinion but that's all it is, my opinion. You think me kicking off at them will make them change their mind?

[ᴀᴀʀᴏɴ ʙᴏᴡᴇʀ @AaronBower]

Sam Walters gets SEVEN games for the tackle on Bill Leyland. Harry Smith also missing for Wigan this week as his high shot in the cup final earns him a one match ban..

https://t.co/rn3K5ClCMp

[ᴀᴀʀᴏɴ ʙᴏᴡᴇʀ @AaronBower]

Kris Radlinski says that the game must make a concerted effort to get people to Wembley. I agree; slept on it over the weekend and RL can't walk away from Wembley without at least trying. So many easy tweaks could make a huge difference. Some thoughts:

https://t.co/LPckyxHVcG