With Tom Briscoe already injured we look hopelessly light for wing and fullback reserves. A 'new' Ash Golding wouldn't go amiss.

Maybe the Tony Gigot rumour may not be a bad shout, but would he be happy with being a back up?

They obviously would be trialists and RFL is limiting that.

So no more A N Other? Gutted...

Certainly not the number Leeds was hoping for.

Nope. Maximum of 2 players allowed in the match day squad from the grassroots game. Unlimited university players allowed.

Would be very surprised if the official who told me was wrong.

It’s very strange that every club has announced reserves and their under 18s fixtures apart from us.

30/01 - Castleford Tigers (A) 19:30
09/02 - Wakefield Trinity (A) 17:30
15/02 - Bradford Bulls (H - Stanningley) 12:00
18/02 - Salford Red Devils (A - DH with 1st) 12:00
07/03 - Wigan Warriors (H - Stanningley) 12:00
21/03 - Widnes Vikings (A) 16:00
04/04 - Warrington Wolves (H - Stanningley) 12:00
25/04 - Hull FC (A) 14:00
09/05 - Newcastle Thunder (H - Stanningley) 14:00
15/05 - Huddersfield Giants (H - Headingley - DH) 17:30
22/05 - Newcastle Thunder (A) 17:30
30/05 - London Broncos (H - Stanningley) 12:00
13/06 - St Helens (A) 15:00
27/06 - Newcastle Thunder (H - Stanningley) 12:00
10/07 - Castleford Tigers (H - Headingley - DH) 17:30
26/07 - Hull KR (A - DH) 12:30
12/08 - Bradford Bulls (A) 19:30
28/08 - Wakefield Trinity (H - Stanningley) 12:00

And maybe Sinfield doesn't`t see Newman ready for first team action week in and week out.
Whilst I`m sure he is going to be an excellent prospect just like Walker some experience in the backs might be what is needed this year.
Without doubt Hurrel and Gigot if signed will get injured and miss a few and who better than Newman to step up.

I'd persevere with Newman tbh. Last season was his baptism of fire, no point back tracking with his development now that he's gained experience the hard way.

Newman is aiming for and England spot this year. I am sure been backup to an arrogant frenchy would go down well.