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“A natural rugby league player” – Swinton Lions make new signing in midst of exciting league campaign

Adam Jones joins the Swinton Lions from Widnes Vikings the young back will be looking to help the Lions continue their run of form

Local foundation taught 100 children from Salford with disabilities rugby league skills

Local foundation taught 100 children from Salford with disabilities rugby league skills

A local foundation taught over one hundred children from Salford with disabilities rugby league skills as a part of a […]

Newcastle Thunder 6 v 48 Swinton Lions
Betfred League 1
Sunday 9th March 2025
Blaydon Rugby Football Club
Crow Trees Ground 
Hexham Road
Swalwell
Gateshead
NE16 3BN
(Credit Image: Gareth Lyons 2025 ©)

Swinton Lions deliver commanding performance against Newcastle Thunder

Swinton Lions delivered a commanding performance in front of a strong traveling support, securing a dominant victory over Newcastle Thunder. […]

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Swinton Lions launch heritage association for 96th anniversary celebrations of former stadium

Swinton Lions are celebrating the 96th anniversary of their former stadium and the launch of their new heritage association.  The […]

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Swinton Lions prepare for early season clash against Newcastle Thunder

Swinton Lions will travel further north this weekend as they prepare for their second round fixture against Newcastle Thunder. The […]

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Swinton Lions start their season with 16-10 victory over Whitehaven

Swinton Lions have started their season with a win after beating Whitehaven RLFC 16-10 in a windy fixture.  The game […]

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Swinton Lions received visit from comedian and RFL President Adam Hills

Swinton Lions received a visit from RFL President and comedian Adam Hills yesterday, who attended the club’s 16-10 victory.  Adam […]

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Swinton Lions face early exit from cup after hard fought contest against Rochdale Hornets

Swinton Lions have seen an early exit from the 1895 Cup after a defeat to Rochdale Hornets losing 18-16.  Rochdale’s […]

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“I’m really proud of them” – Swinton Lions Head Coach Paul Wood shares praise after narrow cup defeat

Swinton Lions head coach Paul Wood praised his young team after a narrow 18-16 defeat to Rochdale Hornets in the […]

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Swinton Lionesses unveil ‘big plans’ for 2025 as two more star signings announced

Swinton Lionesses have signed Jamaican international Darcy Price from Salford Red Devils, and Tash Ryder from Castleford Tigers. The Lionesses […]