INTERNATIONALS WERE MASSIVE STEP FORWARD FOR RUGBY LEAGUE England Test series a fantastic showcase

THE international matches have come to an end and, on the whole, the Test series was a huge success for the sport, not just England Rugby League.

I was massively impressed with what they did on the field – but more so off the field, it was a massive step forwards in terms of reach from a media and marketing perspective to really spread the game.

There was so much respect for Remembrance Sunday too, with the poppy emblazoned jersey, and it put rugby league in a good light. The Knights also did a great job.

We’ve showcased rugby league in the best possible way through the recent international series.

The pinnacle was at Elland Road where they attracted a big crowd and, for the first time in a while, we didn’t look like a minority sport, we looked professional and it was a fantastic showcase for the game.

It was great to see my close friend Jermaine McGillvary put on the England shirt for all three Test matches, he showed once again why he’s one of the best wingers in the world and I can’t wait to see him back in Claret and Gold in 2019.

Joining Jerry on the other wing next season will be Akuila Uate.

When we talk about world-class players with a massive reputation, he certainly falls into that bracket.

We will see a truly frightening back line in 2019 with those two on the edges and it will be a pleasure to watch.

Matt Frawley has also joined the club, it’s always exciting to see a young, talented Australian half-back come over to Super League and I’m sure that he’ll bring a lot of quality with him.

I’m really looking forward to 2019 and seeing some genuine topquality players in the Giants colours for a season that holds a lot of hope and optimism.

Suaia Matagi also joined towards the end of the 2018 campaign and with a full pre-season with the club, most of the amazing price and join he will be another massive player us for what should be a special for us. season. At last season’s home match

I’m genuinely excited for the new against Catalans Dragons there season, more so than I were just under 10,000 have been in years, and I people in the John Smith’s firmly believe we can do Stadium that witnessed something special. an incredible match

We’ve invested which ended with well into playing us taking a staff and I hope 26-25 victory as that the fans will Jermaine ran the also commit to length of the field the club and for a brilliant try. get their season This is what tickets for the new we want to see season. every week, big

It’s so important crowds enjoying having the fans’ back- quality rugby league, I ing, with all the support really hope supporters get they bring we will truly have the on board and join us for more foundations to progress and achieve memories in 2019. something. There’s less than a month to

We’re offering Super League’s go until the discounted early bird best value season ticket, with adults price deadline which expires on season cards costing just £139, and December 8, so make sure you’ve I’d urge supporters to make the purchased before then!

I’m really looking forward to 2019 and seeing some genuine top-quality players in Giants colours