...but it was Oldham who lured him north early in 1962. A proud Welshman from Pontypool, Malcolm was a stylish centre with a good turn of pace. He made a... (Search hits: 3 in body, 1 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 407.91)
SOCIAL EVENING The Oldham RLFC Players Association are once again proud to present Victor Michael one of the most successful and sought after Tenors in the UK. Thursday 11th May 2023 at The White... (Search hits: 0 in body, 1 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 202.92)
...a game called League, the best there’s ever been, Roughyeds in the fifties were the greatest team on earth, They battered opposition for all that they were worth, Ken Jackson,... (Search hits: 3 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 173.94)
...for a few years. Local lad Alan, a strong front-row forward with a good pair of hands and a good footballer, emigrated to Perth, Western Australia when his playing days... (Search hits: 3 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 118.94)
...law. Was he any good? I enlightened him on how good his father-in-law was.” A powerful second-row forward with a good turn of speed, Sid played 249 matches for Oldham... (Search hits: 3 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 117.54)
Review by Roger Halstead. Nearly 200 guests sat down to a delicious four-course dinner. The turn-out included scores of ex-Oldham players, representatives of several similar organisations at Bradford, Huddersfield and... (Search hits: 2 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 113.79)
...current holders. Watch this space for further updates and Law Cup facts. The above article was posted on the Heritage Trusts’ news page back in August 2020 with a further... (Search hits: 2 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 81.17)
The Oldham RL Heritage Trust were saddened to hear the news of the death of local broadcaster Dave McGealy at the age of 74. The station manager and founder of... (Search hits: 2 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 79.76)
...2nd. Mike Ford, new coach Sean Long and assistants, Jordan Turner and Joe Wardle were there to represent the club and there was a good atmosphere as Sean handed the... (Search hits: 2 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 78.36)
...Oldham, Ginny Alexander and consort, Adrian Alexander, MP for Oldham East & Saddleworth, Debbie Abrahams, Club Chairman, Chris Hamilton, Club Captain, Gareth Owen along with a good representation from the... (Search hits: 2 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 78.36)
...sports sectors. They are associated with collections from many sports including; Football, Cricket, Athletics and of course Rugby League. Please find a link below to the Sporting Heritage website. https://www.sportingheritage.org.uk/index.php... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 57.67)
...for everyone with a passion for Rugby. Book your ticket via eventbrite and login details for the talk will be emailed to you a few days before the session. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/curator-talk-oldham-rugby-league-tickets-170309156271... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 57.67)
...the first secretary of the then new sporting body was inducted into the Rugby League – Roll of Honour. He is the first person to be posthumously so honoured. Joe... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 57.67)
...place on Wednesday July 13th at 7pm and to gain access to this free on-line meeting please register in advance by clicking the link below to reserve your place. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/oldham-rlfc-then-and-now-given-by-michael-turner-tickets-366660931717?aff=ebdsoporgprofile... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 57.67)
...Austin Knight and Music with Bing Findlater. The event takes place on Friday 2nd December 2022 at The Springhead Sports & Social Club. The price is £10 and includes Supper.... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 52.68)
June 25th 2020 It is with sadness that the Heritage Trust learned the news of the death of former Oldham player Alan Taylor at the age of 68. After originally... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 40.58)
...December 17th of that year playing in the second-row and scored two tries in a 25 – 13 victory away at Huyton. Mostly remembered as a tireless back-row forward who... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 40.58)
...Ex Players Association are always looking to swell their ranks and acquire new members. Going forward the Heritage Trust will be glad to post news of the ex players functions... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 40.58)
September 21st 2021 It is with sorrow and regret that the news has been received that our friend and colleague Brian Walker has died after a long illness aged 75.... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 40.58)
25th December 2021 It is with deep sorrow and regret that we pass on the sad news that Oldham’s former wing or full-back, Geoff Sims died on Christmas Day. The... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 40.58)
July 16th 2022 It is with sadness that the Heritage Trust learned the news of the death of former Oldham player Ricky Bibey at the age of 40. Leigh born... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 40.58)
...family, we express our deepest and most sincere condolences on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The whole sport is in deep mourning at this extremely sad news.... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 40.58)
September 12th 2022 It is with sadness that the ORLFC Players Association passes on the news of the death of former Oldham and Rochdale Hornets scrum-half Johnnie Hammond, who died... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 40.58)
...It’s been a very exciting couple of weeks and more news now. Chairman and the board as a whole are proud to announce the name change of our great club... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 40.58)
27th May 2021 It is with great sadness that the Heritage Trust heard the news that one of our former coaches, Mick Coates, has died suddenly at the age of... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 40.58)
Saddleworth Rangers will play Waterhead Warriors in what promises to be a classic Standard Cup Final at Oldham RU Club’s Manor Park ground at Bardsley on Good Friday, April 15,... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 39.18)
...purposes these games have now been declared good to count towards official statistics. The matches were as follows: Oldham 11 St Helens Recs. March 15th 1919 Swinton 6 Oldham 5 April... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 39.18)
...starts and 21 off the bench) and scored 11 tries. His brother Mark also played briefly for the Roughyeds during the 1986-87 season. John was a tough-as-teak prop forward with... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 39.18)
...are pleased to have secured a long-term agreement. This will allow the club to lay down roots as well as allowing access to crucial revenue streams as it looks to... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 39.18)
...then the 1970s scoring eight tries and thirteen goals. Always friendly and on good terms with the trustees of the ORLHT, the game in Oldham has lost a true gentleman.... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 39.18)
...day Brian played at left centre and his 88 matches for Oldham were split almost equally between the centre and wing positions. A robust player with a good turn of... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 39.18)
...February after a tremendous opening to the season with his prize of £250 being donated to the “Wakefield Hospice”. Likewise Adam has had consistent good form and his March award... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 39.18)
...he would hold down the Oldham hooking position for the next decade. He was also a good player in the loose especially his support play, which twice led to him... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 39.18)
THE Oldham RL Heritage cabinet at Gallery Oldham has been reshaped afresh and is ready for public viewing from Tuesday, July 11. The new display will be centred on locally-born... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 39.18)
...club. He was an excellent defender and also posessed a good turn of speed with superb handling skills.” Mike Turner The sincere condolences of the Oldham Rugby League community are... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 39.18)
...situations. Also possessing a tremendous field kicking game, he was an awesome all- round talent who led from the front with never a backward step. Frank was that strange enigma... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 39.18)
...show with a hat-trick performance. The mid 1950s was good spell for the “Nets” with victories in 1953 & 1955 with the 1954 match ending in a draw with Rochdale... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 39.18)
...1988 1990 Runners Up 1992 CLUB RECORDS - (1895 - 1996) These statistics are relevant to senior Oldham matches 1895 – 1996 RECORD VICTORY 63 – Goole March 18th, 1899... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 61.11)
