Longtime Roughyed fan , Mike Dunkerley, has sent the following poem to the Heritage Trust with memories of Watersheddings and the 1950s team. HAPPY DAYS AT ‘SHEDDINGS Of Rugby men,... (Search hits: 6 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 341.37)
...22nd 1922. The Roughyeds won 13 – 5 with Reg scoring two tries and two goals. Reg signed for Oldham from the Halifax Old Boys Rugby Union club, playing his... (Search hits: 0 in body, 1 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 253.78)
...their best return since the heady days of the late 1950s. The sincere condolences of everyone at the Oldham Rugby League Heritage Trust are sent out to the Taylor family.... (Search hits: 2 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 82.72)
...out the best in those around him. Hill captained a side which played a brand of touchline-to-touchline rugby that wasn’t only pleasing on the eye, but brought out the best... (Search hits: 2 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 82.72)
...to act more conscientiously, continue to be your best self. Act with kindness, stay connected to those vulnerable or lonely and stay responsible. Thank you on behalf of the club.... (Search hits: 2 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 82.72)
...Hon A. J. Law with the proceeds of the match being given over to the infirmaries in the two towns. After a – draw at the Athletic Grounds on May... (Search hits: 2 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 82.72)
...because he was a lot smaller than me. There are not many more decorated players in both codes than Jason and it’ll be a real treat. We have come so... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 65.69)
...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)
...Hotel in Huddersfield. History tells us that Joseph Platt was a tireless worker on behalf of Oldham F.C. and all things Rugby League and the award is long overdue. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IDjN9yZ80jk... (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)
...to celebrate the centenary because the traditional, hotly-contested derby will not take place this year. The decision to put the Law Cup on hold until 2022 has been made jointly... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 50.76)
...in the three-quarters. Colin was a “players player” who never shirked the hard work, either driving the ball in or making tackle after tackle in the Oldham cause. While the... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 50.76)
The 100 – 4 victory over West Wales Raiders on April 10th 2022 saw club captain, Martyn Ridyard equal the club “goals in a match” record with his 14 conversions... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 50.76)
...never let his lack of weight stop him from giving 100% effort in the Roughyeds’ cause. He scored 29 tries and kicked 12 goals for a total of 111 points.... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 50.76)
...Lewis for a speedy recovery. Left: The Oldham players, staff and family members celebrate the Law Cup victory. Right: Match winner, Joe Hartley. Photos by Dave Murgatroyd and Dave Naylor.... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 41.36)
...and I want to give something back.” Today’s announcement comes at a time when the whole sport is going through a significant period of change. The RFL partnership with IMG... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 41.36)
...This was a ground breaking move as they had previously been a rugby union side. The condolences and best wishes are sent out to all of Bill’s family and friends.... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 41.36)
...being top try scorer in 1966-67 & 67-68. In all he scored 60 tries for Oldham and kicked five goals. Kevin was selected for the England Under 24 team against... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 41.36)
...actually made his debut in the second row against Castleford on November 23rd 1965. However, it was soon apparent that Alan’s best position was in the front row where he... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 41.36)
...F.C. outfit. In the following years the club went on to have its most successful spell since the heady days of the late 1950s. Frank was appointed coach for the... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 41.36)
...a short illness. He was 82. The elder son of an Oldham Rugby League Club legend, Alex Givvons snr., he followed his father’s example by playing rugby league professionally, as... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 41.36)
...was aged 84. The Roughyeds acquired Brian from Huddersfield, his home-town club, where he signed in 1957 at just seventeen years of age. Initially as understudy to Frank Dyson, he... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 41.36)
...Lions Total 171 The Army 1 1 1 The Army 172 The Rest 1 1 1 The Rest 173 Toulouse Olympique 1 4 5 5 Toulouse Olympique 174 Treherbert 2... (Search hits: 3 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 152.27)
There are currently 19 players included in the club’s Hall of Fame. There could easily be 100. Deciding on those eventually selected was a nightmare. There could be added a... (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 50.76)
