Keighley Cougars can today confirm an improved IMG grading score of 9.02 and have been awarded Grade B status for the 2024 grading year with a rank of 19 out of 35. COO Steve Watkinson said “We’ve been working hard on our internal systems and procedures all year, making operational changes which help us collate…
With the 2025 season taking shape, here’s a run down of what recruitment looks like for the coming season. Ireland Under 19’s star Oliver Whitford has penned a one-year deal with the Keighley Cougars. Jake Webster said “Oli is a full back/winger and has spent time with the Huddersfield Giants Reserves. He’s here to develop…
We are recruiting for the following part time positions for match days to join our friendly team – with competitive rates of pay… GAMEDAY STEWARDS Must have NVQ Level 2 Crowd Safety Responsibilities include and are not limited to: All work is offered on a casual basis giving you flexibility to work around your current…
Following the conclusion of the 2024 season the club would like to thank those departing and give fans’ an explanation in to why some players are moving on. Alex Bishop Had requested a release from his 2025 contract as he felt he wasn’t able to fulfil the commitment required based on his commute from Cumbria…
Five of the nine clubs who competed in Betfred League One this season are represented in the nominations for the end of season awards – with Oldham’s dominance reflected in their representation in each of the three categories. The Roughyeds have already secured promotion to the Betfred Championship next season after finishing top of the…
Goole Vikings have been approved by the RFL Board to join Betfred League One in the 2025 season. Their application was judged the strongest of three received during a process that has been running through the summer, with the Board also praising Anglian Vipers and Bedford Tigers who were unsuccessful on this occasion. The Vikings…
The Sportsman today confirm live and exclusive coverage of six crucial fixtures over the next six weekends from three different competitions – kicking off with Sunday’s Betfred Championship clash between League Leaders Wakefield Trinity and Play-Off hopefuls York Knights, and building to the Betfred Championship Grand Final which is the last match of the domestic…
Plans to redevelop Cougar Park have been submitted to take one of the district’s most popular teams into the future, while respecting its long-standing heritage. Keighley Cougars have submitted an application to fully redevelop The Danny Jones Stand. The existing 500-seater stand which dates back to 1937, would be fully modernised under the new plans. …
Keighley Cougars received the news today that Lewis Hatton has suffered a fractured tibia in the game against Cornwall in June. Hatton, who went for an X-Ray immediately following the game, was originally cleared of any break or damage to his ankle and started to progress with rehabilitation, however was experiencing ongoing symptoms. Following further…
