ᴀᴀʀᴏɴ ʙᴏᴡᴇʀ
@AaronBower
Followers
14K
Following
6K
Media
3K
Statuses
61K
Journalist @guardian_sport and various others. Got a story? Inbox is open, feel free to DM me.
Northowram, Halifax
Joined February 2009
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
theguardian.com
The Guardian’s rugby league writer enjoys/suffers a training session as England prepare for their World Cup campaign
4
24
100
Interim RFL CEO Abi Ekoku says the governing body are 'waiting on the NRL' to learn if there will be any sort of partnership between the two bodies. Ekoku admits it would be 'fantastic' to have a harmonised and united TV deal in 2027. https://t.co/N6XVredSDV
loverugbyleague.com
The interim CEO of the Rugby Football League insists the English game is waiting to hear from the NRL about a possible partnership.
3
1
3
The press met RFL CEO Abi Ekoku today and he spoke about the governing body needing to be more robust + transparent. With that in mind, assume Featherstone (or any club) can't just be allowed to pay creditors 10p in the £, start a new-co and carry on without sanctions. We'll see
3
1
15
Gradings WILL still decide promotion and relegation in 2026, but with some tweaks. Catchment pillar gone completely, and a full extra point can be achieved through performance - including double bonus points now going to winners of Championship. https://t.co/EEeIgZEalK
loverugbyleague.com
The Rugby Football League have confirmed that IMG's gradings system will remain for Super League in 2026 - but with some major changes..
14
3
22
🔵 Featherstone Rovers have applied to enter administration on the eve of a HMRC hearing in the High Court, with their future uncertain...
1
3
5
Transform your leisure time into a mindful experience that doubles as elegant home decoration. Tap the video button or scroll to comments to get it. See more: https://t.co/gf5bYSVe3q
1
0
0
Gradings WILL still decide promotion and relegation in 2026, but with some tweaks. Catchment pillar gone completely, and a full extra point can be achieved through performance - including double bonus points now going to winners of Championship. https://t.co/EEeIgZEalK
loverugbyleague.com
The Rugby Football League have confirmed that IMG's gradings system will remain for Super League in 2026 - but with some major changes..
14
3
22
🏆 Derek Beaumont still doesn't know how the 1895 Cup will look next season - unhappy with where the competition's final has been in the Wembley pecking order in recent years... https://t.co/9XIJN3EG7P
loverugbyleague.com
Derek Beaumont, whose company are the principal sponsors of the competition, admits he doesn't know how the 1895 Cup will look next season.
0
1
0
Three consortia - Chris Irwin's team, The Phoenix Bid and the Tracy Atiga group - have beaten the 5pm deadline to submit expressions of interest in taking on Salford's playing licence in 2026. All bids need to be submitted in full in by this Thursday. https://t.co/63RN4CyfbR
loverugbyleague.com
Three different consortia are officially in the running to take control of Salford Red Devils in 2026 following their liquidation.
6
4
50
🐆🏴 Derek Beaumont in agreement that England's preparations for the Ashes were farcical, and the World Cup build-up looks the same way currently. He's come up with a plan for Shaun Wane to spend time with his squad next year without needing any games 👇 https://t.co/4NFHlebBwa
loverugbyleague.com
Leigh owner Derek Beaumont says England boss Shaun Wane must be given time with his squad in 2026 to stand any chance at the World Cup.
4
1
10
If you like the Luke Littler story then worth watching the Lakeside right now - 15-year-old Mitchell Lawrie aiming to go one better and win the WDF world title before he's even left school https://t.co/IBrQ1VP7v4
0
0
0
"Leading into this Test match, I actually think we over prepared to be honest." - Brendon McCullum talks about England's approach heading into Brisbane and whether it'll change for Adelaide #Ashes
0
0
12
Did you know? Rio Grande LNG has made ~$950,000 in charitable donations focused on community development and supporting 60+ local organizations.
0
1
10
Blinded by recency bias but who cares - what a guy and genuinely one of the best I've seen in a #bcafc shirt for a long time. Ice in his veins. King Sarce
1
0
14
Brilliant explanation from GA why Humphrys wide isn't right for this system (not in general). Long shot I know but given how Humphrys wants to play 9, not left, maybe trust the guy who sees him day in, day out. #bcafc
“If he can run 12km a game, for 46 games a season, then all the best, you can play there.” After winning Bradford City’s penalty in the victory at Plymouth, Graham Alexander explains why he sees Stephen Humphrys as a striker. Listen 👉 https://t.co/q0Y3zQphP6
#BCAFC | #BBCEFL
1
1
12
Come on then #bcafc - where's everyone going tonight in Plymouth?
0
0
1
Deal done. Marsters has signed a three-year deal at Odsal and the Bulls say they've beaten Super League and NRL interest to sign him
1
0
1
🗣️ "To pick it up from an imbecile like Monty Panesar." Gerard smashing the England fans for booing Steve Smith 😂 #Ashes 🏏 | #HenleyHomes
0
1
51
😂 the best to ever do it. Absolute carnage if he wins it all at the Palace
The Iceman nails it, and there's the scream! 🥶💥 Gerwyn Price and Milan Patel defeat Ade Oladipo and Hugo Boyle in #MosconiCup preview 🙌
0
0
7
Derek Beaumont still not fully over the Wigan-Leigh ticketing row it seems. Says he has 'zero respect' for the Warriors and has promised to never go inside their stadium again as it stands. https://t.co/z3mzLqa18U
loverugbyleague.com
Leigh owner Derek Beaumont has 'zero respect' for Wigan after the ticketing debacle which dominated the build-up to their play-off semi-final.
31
2
38
One of their players moaning about not playing while the Test is literally going on behind him
🚨 Nathan Lyon talks about his omission 🚨 He takes us through his day, what he's feeling right now, and the conversations he's had with the Australian brains trust... #Ashes
0
1
60