RL Today: Leeds set sights on Castleford winger & Lachlan Coote on Smith’s departure

Rohan Smith’s Leeds Rhinos have held talks with Castleford Tigers winger Derrell Olpherts about a potential move for 2023. (Examiner Live)

The 30-year-old remains off-contract beyond the current season.

Hull KR full-back Lachlan Coote has reacted to the departure of head coach Tony Smith.

"He's been great for the club"

Hull KR full back Lachlan Coote says that Tony Smith has left the club in a better place after being relieved of his duties as head coach earlier today.

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Castleford Tigers will be without captain Paul McShane for their clash against Leeds at Newcastle’s Magic Weekend.

The hooker received a one-match ban for a Grade B Dangerous Throw. Team-mate Nathan Massey also received a one-match suspension.

Ashton Bears North West Men’s team were knocked out of the cup over the weekend in the semi-finals.

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However, the club don’t appear to be happy with the players they faced at Wigan St Judes. The opposition reportedly played seven first-team players from their NCL side to feature in the cup eight divisions below.

Our 2nd team battled hard but fell to a 20-4 defeat against St.Jude’s who had the luxury of naming a “mixed” squad today. Our try came from Max Ruddock.

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