He's playing for the reserves but not getting much of a sniff in the main 17. But the fact that we haven't sent him on loan anywhere suggests to me that he's next in line should either of Smith or Gibson pick up a knock.



John Kear wants as much consistency in the team as possible, a settled side is always preferable. Can't blame him, but I just hope that we're not stunting Ross' development in any way because I think he has the potential to be a very good centre.

Oakes played 2nd row at last reserves game iirc

He did and he went well.

I think sometimes we get a bit fixated about which position a young player should play in but sometimes we mabye haven't found that best position yet?

Interesting to hear that he is being linked to come to Bradford when he has to leave Castleford due to restrictions.

If true, it looks like Kear is already looking at players for next year.

This would be a good thing as I think we can let Smith and the other centre go and bring in one ore two better, quicker backs.

To be fair, I wouldn't be surprised if there's not already players lined up to join Bradford for next year. Most teams will notify players towards the end of May if they're going to be getting a new deal for the following season. It's why you do see some players slump around that time of year.

From the match report of the Cas game tonight Jy taken out in the air by Tomkins and left the ground on crutches put on report by Child's who stood and watched it happen.

Almost correct, it was Isa who made the tackle. The incident was put on report also.

Thanks Nothus I stand corrected

Said the man in the orthopaedic shoes

That was said with tongue in shoe!

I hear you may have also signed James Green from Cas for next year as well.

Heard this morning he has signed for us for next season.

Yeah but he'll tear that contract up when you get relegated

A bit savage, but yeah, we know all about that don't we. To be fair though, I'd guess that JY would be looking to SL as his ideal, he's class imo.

[url=http://www.thetelegraphandargus.co.uk/sport/16377741.bradford-bulls-hitchcox-linked-with-odsal-return/Hitchcox to return thanks to Leigh firesale?[/url



[iJY HITCHCOX could be on his way back to Odsal in the frantic reshuffle before rugby league’s transfer deadline.... The experienced coach will ... be keen to beef up his numbers with possibly a couple of additions before the opportunity disappears.



“It’s a very busy time for agents, for coaches and anybody involved in clubs,” said the Bulls coach. “It seems more hectic this year but I think that’s because of the Leigh situation as well. "[/i



Would be a good addition, really like Jy, but I'd also see a quality centre as more of a priority if we're going to be without Gibson and Smith and we're going shopping, could be some loan opportunities with middle 8 clubs clearing the decks to pick over the Leigh firesale.

I thought he was out injured for the rest of the season but if he’s going to be fit in 3 weeks then get him in. We need a bit of competition on the wing if only for Grant.

Cas have signed Mata'utia and from what I've read they need space on the quota. Hitchcocks injury isn't as bad as first thought and hopefully he's on his way to the Bulls.

Agree a would be priority but suspect hitchcox would go well there in a pinch. Seem to remember he has to play a certain number of games this season to be eligible for a visa next year. So it may be case we have to sign and play him now if we want him for next year.

If we're taking him now then I hope Cas have given us some incentive. We're helping them out taking an injured player off their books just so they can sign Matautia.

Jy Hitchcox & Tuoyo Egodo have both signed on loan from Castleford until the end of the season. https://www.bradfordbulls.co.uk/article ... eason-loan

Jy Hitchcox & Tuoyo Egodo have both signed on loan from Castleford until the end of the season. https://www.bradfordbulls.co.uk/article ... eason-loan

Good signings. I've always been impressed with Egodo whenever we've come up against him.

Well I've been saying that we need to strengthen the backline and these two certainly fit the bill

Excellent--Well done JK and all.

How many loan players can play at a time?