We hear from Widnes chairman Stuart Murphy following the presentation of the Vikings’ club grading score for 2024 from IMG and the RFL, which ranked them a lowly 22nd in the professional rugby league rankings. What does the score mean? And what next for the Vikings? James and Mike also discuss the immediate fallout from the score, which has seen th…

James and Mike reflect on the end of Widnes' season at York, we hear from Allan Coleman and look ahead to what could be in store in 2025.Oleh Widnes Rugby Chat - Widnes Vikings Rugby League Podcast

In a special edition of the Widnes Rugby Chat podcast, we look ahead to the Championship play-off between York and Widnes. Hear from: Allan Coleman, Liam Bent, Jack Owens, Daniel Murray, Joe Lyons and York coach Mark Applegarth. James and Mike bring you the squad news and all the latest thoughts before Saturday's big clash. Join the Widnes Rugby Le…

Hear from Allan Coleman as he expresses his pride at reaching the play-off and offers his message to the fans for their contributions. James and Mike discuss the win at Barrow and look ahead to what’s in store at York this week. Join the Widnes Rugby League Fans Facebook page Visit widnesrugby.com Photo RLPix.com…

It’s do or die time for Widnes, who must win at Barrow on Sunday to make the play-offs. Mike provides plenty of insight from the recent Widnes VIPs evening with Widnes coach Allan Coleman, who also spoke to James straight after the home defeat to Toulouse last time out. There’s player talk, dual-reg and more as signings season appears on the horizo…

A slightly late episode this week as Mike Parsons talks us through the Widnes Vikings awards night, that saw Jordan Johnstone clean up with three major awards. There's discussion over the confirmation of several players leaving at the end of the season, and what that means for the rest. Plus news of a transfer blow that could have a big impact on 2…

We hear Allan Coleman's immediate reaction to the defeat to York, which opens up the Championship play-off race once more, giving Widnes work to do over the final three weekends. James and Mike look ahead to Doncaster, talk about the latest signing rumours and plot who might be in the Vikings squad for 2025. Join the Widnes Rugby League Fans Facebo…

Allan Coleman pays tribute to the Widnes players and fans after the win at Batley, while James and Mike pore over the respective run-ins of the teams involved in the Championship play-off race. We hear from York director of rugby Andrew Henderson about his brief stint with Widnes during his playing days, some 20 years ago. Join the Widnes Rugby Lea…

Talking points are the name of the game in this week’s Widnes Rugby Chat podcast, as James and Mike ponder over the best matches of the season and debate the best new signing and player of the year. There’s chat about average attendances and just what can be done to improve them, especially in light of the IMG grading system. We also discuss the ne…

Widnes coach Allan Coleman reflects on the Wakefield defeat, paying tribute to the returning Shane Grady. Just how could the worrying situation at Whitehaven impact Widnes' play-off chances? James and Mike answer your questions from the mailbox and look ahead to the Sheffield game. Plus Kieran Dixon reflects on his Widnes exit and move to Oldham, w…

We catch up with forward Lucas Green, who has played for five different clubs in 2024, but is now very much in favour at Widnes. John Lawless speaks to Allan Coleman following Widnes' home defeat against Featherstone. James and Mike debate the decisions from the Featherstone match and answer your questions as submitted through the Widnes Rugby Leag…

In the latest episode, James and Mike discuss who Widnes have currently got under contract for the 2025 season, while Vikings coach Allan Coleman gives his immediate reaction to a fourth straight win over Whitehaven. Join the Widnes Rugby League Fans Facebook pageOleh Widnes Rugby Chat - Widnes Vikings Rugby League Podcast

Allan Coleman explains the absence of Keanan Brand and discusses the win over Bradford, in a week leading up to the transfer deadline where Widnes have added four players to the squad until the end of the season. There's chat about the IMG situation, and whether it is better for Widnes if there's a vote of no confidence. We also cover the new deals…

James and Mike return to discuss all the big talking points from Widnes' win at Halifax, as well as a debate on the quality and future of the Championship, after another fine showcase of part-time rugby league between the two sides. A post-match chat with Allan Coleman features, where he reveals how the officials explained that baffling penalty awa…

Leading rugby league journalist Matt Shaw joins James and Mike to look ahead to Widnes' trip to Halifax, and discuss how the IMG gradings impact on both clubs and their futures. Do either have any realistic chance of a return to Super League? We've also got chat on player signings and rumours, while John Lawless catches up with Allan Coleman follow…

Everything that could go wrong, did go wrong for Widnes in their latest defeat away at Swinton. Vikings coach Allan Coleman reflects on their injury woe, the mid-season dip in-form and the current status of the dual-registration partnership with Warrington. James and Mike discuss the fall-out from Nick Gregson's social media post that went viral on…

Ant Walker joins us on this episode of the podcast to explain his shock exit from Widnes, while James and Mike pore over the Batley defeat and discuss just why Widnes seem to hit a bump at this stage of the season. There’s also more transfer talk, with a possible new centre linked with a move to the club……

James and Mike ponder the key moments from the Sheffield game, while John Lawless catches up with winger Ollie Brookes. There's also talk on the latest transfer rumours linking Widnes to three players for next season and what it could mean for the squad. If you want to raise a topic for debate, contact @jdgsport on X/Twitter.…

Widnes pushed table toppers Wakefield all the way, and we caught up with man of the match Jordan Johnstone to discuss that game, his new deal and how he has got his mojo back after finding it hard to adjust to part-time rugby. Just how much money does it save by shutting a few blocks of the North Stand? We have the answer, as provided by Halton Bor…

The Widnes Rugby Chat podcast makes a long awaited return after a two-year hiatus. James Gordon is joined by Mike Parsons to discuss the Vikings' 2024 so far, and notably the most recent win away at York. Hear also from Allan Coleman, speaking straight after the York game. There's also chat looking ahead to the top of the table clash against Wakefi…

For the first episode of 2022, James catches up with Widnes head coach Simon Finnigan to discuss the off-season, pre-season and how preparations are going for the new campaign. Thanks to our sponsors: PD Law Solicitors Arnold Gorse Financial Management WISSL Parklands FC You can contact me via Twitter or via jdgsport.com…

Widnes coach Simon Finnigan reflects on the 2021 season, the highs and the lows, and talks about the recruitment for 2022 and his hopes for moving forward. Thanks to our sponsors: PD Law Solicitors Arnold Gorse Financial Management WISSL Parklands FC You can contact me via Twitter or via jdgsport.com…

In the latest episode, James is joined by BBC Radio Merseyside's John Lawless to discuss the home defeat against Batley, looking ahead to the rest of the season and 2022, as well as how any planned re-structures in the sport will impact Widnes. Thanks to our sponsors: PD Law Solicitors Arnold Gorse Financial Management WISSL Parklands FC The podcas…

Widnes coach Simon Finnigan talks about the win away at Bradford and how they prepared for the short and narrow pitch, as well as looking ahead to the trip to Halifax. He also updates on injuries, recruitment and form players. This was recorded before the signing of Lewis Hulme and the release of Calum O'Neill. Thanks to our sponsors: PD Law Solici…

Fans are finally back! I speak to five fans who attended Widnes' win over Whitehaven at the weekend, the first Widnes game fans have been able to attend for more than a year. I also catch up with Simon Finnigan following the 44-6 win, discussing injuries, in-form players and recruitment plans. Thanks to our sponsors: PD Law Solicitors Arnold Gorse …

After the club record equalling defeat to Toulouse last week, Widnes welcome York City Knights this weekend, a club firmly on the up. I caught up with Knights media man Gavin Wilson to talk about the threats Widnes will face this weekend and how both clubs sit in the Championship reckoning. Thanks to our sponsors: PD Law Solicitors Arnold Gorse Fin…

Widnes coach Simon Finnigan joins me for a frank discussion about the club's disastrous recent form, which has seen back-to-back defeats to Dewsbury and Batley. I'm also joined by one of Finnigan's former team-mates, Australian winger Justin Murphy, who had a memorable five-game spell with the club back in 2004. Thanks to our sponsors: PD Law Solic…

Rugby league journalist Ian Cheveau is this week's guest on the podcast, as we look at Widnes' first four games of the season; the current state of the squad and what the realistic hopes for the season can be. Thanks to our sponsors: PD Law Solicitors Arnold Gorse Financial Management WISSL Parklands FC The podcast will be released every fortnight …

A detailed chat with Simon Finnigan following the first two games of the season, his reaction to the cup draw against Salford and looking ahead to the opening league game of the season against his former club Newcastle. He also reveals the extent of Logan Tomkins' foot injury and the club's possible move in to the transfer market. Thanks to our spo…

Willie Isa is the special guest for the latest Widnes Rugby Chat, as he talks about his time at the club from 2012-2015, where he turned from an unprolific outside back to a fearsome forward who would win a Super League title with Wigan. Also in this episode, current Vikings head coach Simon Finnigan and Jack Owens look ahead to the 2021 season, in…

Former Widnes captain Kevin Brown opens up about his time at the club and his controversial departure, while we also hear from current captain Jack Owens and head coach Simon Finnigan ahead of the new season. Brown is celebrating his testimonial year in 2021 and leaves a message for Widnes fans during the episode. Thanks to our sponsors: PD Law Sol…

The podcast is back and the first episode of 2021 has an in-depth and wide-ranging interview with Widnes Vikings chief executive Phil Finney. We cover a host of topics, including the club's decision to disband the academy, the current financial situation, the coaching change over the close season and plenty more. 2:40 Phil Finney introduction 4:04 …

On this week's show, we're joined by Warrington Guardian's Matt Turner to discuss the dual-registration partnership with the Wolves. Also hear post-match reaction from head coach Tim Sheens and Matty Smith following the 40-16 victory over Whitehaven. Thanks to John Lawless and Adrian Jackson for the interviews. Musical Allsorts – https://www.musica…

On this week's show, we hear Challenge Cup reaction from head coach Tim Sheens and Logan Tomkins following the victory over Oldham. Thanks to Adrian Jackson for the interviews. Musical Allsorts – https://www.musical-allsorts.com PD Law – https://www.pdlawsolicitors.co.uk/ Deals Jewellers – https://www.dealbetweenusjewellery.co.uk Arnold Gorse Finan…

On this week's show, we hear reaction from Logan Tomkins following the defeat against London Broncos, and I also discuss featuring on the all-new WidnesTV as commentator. Musical Allsorts – https://www.musical-allsorts.com PD Law – https://www.pdlawsolicitors.co.uk/ Deals Jewellers – https://www.dealbetweenusjewellery.co.uk Arnold Gorse Financial M…

On this week's show, we hear from Widnes head coach Tim Sheens and fullback Jack Owens following the victory over Batley Bulldogs. Musical Allsorts – https://www.musical-allsorts.com PD Law – https://www.pdlawsolicitors.co.uk/ Deals Jewellers – https://www.dealbetweenusjewellery.co.uk Arnold Gorse Financial Management…

James is joined by Josh McAllister, who asks for some insight in to James' life as a Widnes fan - including first match, favourite player and balancing life as a journalist with supporting a club. Musical Allsorts – https://www.musical-allsorts.com PD Law – https://www.pdlawsolicitors.co.uk/ Deals Jewellers – https://www.dealbetweenusjewellery.co.u…

In this week's episode... - Exclusive interview with 2020 recruit and Super League Grand Final winner Matty Smith - Anthony Gelling discusses part-time rugby and his time at Widnes Thanks to our sponsors: Musical Allsorts - https://www.musical-allsorts.com PD Law - https://www.pdlawsolicitors.co.uk/ Deals Jewellers - https://www.dealbetweenusjewell…

In this week's episode... - Exclusive interview with 2020 recruit Jack Johnson - Keanan Brand reflects on time with Widnes at Warrington's media day Thanks to our sponsors: Musical Allsorts - https://www.musical-allsorts.com PD Law - https://www.pdlawsolicitors.co.uk/ Deals Jewellers - https://www.dealbetweenusjewellery.co.uk Arnold Gorse Financial…

In this week's episode... - Exclusive interview with head coach Tim Sheens - Widnes TV - Brian McDermott's moan at 'shocking widnes fans' - Championship launch Thanks to our sponsors: Musical Allsorts - https://www.musical-allsorts.com PD Law - https://www.pdlawsolicitors.co.uk/ Deals Jewellers - https://www.dealbetweenusjewellery.co.uk Arnold Gors…

In this week's episode... - Exclusive extra content with Widnes chief executive Phil Finney - Run through of fixtures Thanks to our sponsors: Musical Allsorts - https://www.musical-allsorts.com PD Law - https://www.pdlawsolicitors.co.uk/ Deals Jewellers - https://www.dealbetweenusjewellery.co.uk Arnold Gorse Financial Management…

In this week’s episode: Run through of the Members evening at the Halton Stadium Central funding information The latest player recruitment news Dual-registration options A special request to Halton Council Thanks to our sponsors: Musical Allsorts - https://www.musical-allsorts.com PD Law - https://www.pdlawsolicitors.co.uk/ Deals Jewellers - https:…

James is back for a summary of the ins and outs from the club in the off-season so far, including the new head coach. Thanks to our sponsors: Musical Allsorts - https://www.musical-allsorts.com PD Law - https://www.pdlawsolicitors.co.uk/ Deals Jewellers - https://www.dealbetweenusjewellery.co.uk Arnold Gorse Financial Management…

James is back for a summary of the ins and outs from the club in the off-season so far. Thanks to our sponsors: Musical Allsorts - https://www.musical-allsorts.com PD Law - https://www.pdlawsolicitors.co.uk/ Deals Jewellers - https://www.dealbetweenusjewellery.co.uk Arnold Gorse Financial ManagementOleh Widnes Rugby Chat - Widnes Vikings Rugby League Podcast

James is back to give his thoughts on the Wembley defeat to Sheffield Eagles, offers a tale of woe of the Vikings' recent history and there's an interview with Kieron Purtill in the aftermath of the 1895 Cup final loss. Thanks to our sponsors: Musical Allsorts - https://www.musical-allsorts.com PD Law - https://www.pdlawsolicitors.co.uk/ Deals Jewe…

James is joined by Ian Cheveau to discuss the Vikings' trip to Wembley, the latest on the player recruitment front and all the noise coming out of the club following the recent Members' Monday. Thanks to our sponsors: Musical Allsorts - https://www.musical-allsorts.com PD Law - https://www.pdlawsolicitors.co.uk/ Deals Jewellers - https://www.dealbe…

James reflects on the past few weeks since the last podcast, with thoughts on the club's announcement to go part-time, the defeat to Bradford, the possible return of Patrick Ah Van and departures of players.Oleh Widnes Rugby Chat - Widnes Vikings Rugby League Podcast

A short podcast this week, as we hear from Phil Cantillon, who was a guest of the club during the win over Barrow, and Chris Dean's thoughts on three wins in nine days.Oleh Widnes Rugby Chat - Widnes Vikings Rugby League Podcast

In the latest Widnes Rugby Chat, James pores over the administrators report which has recently been released, reviews the notes from the most recent members meeting and plugs the new Up the Vikings fanzine, produced by WISSL. There is also an open and honest interview with coach Kieron Purtill, who discusses his situation at the club. Thanks to our…

James reviews the sponsors evening at the Halton Stadium hosted by the club, where chief executive Phil Finney provided insight in to the club's situation. There were also talks with chairman Chris Price and commercial director Tracy Glendinning. Thanks to our sponsors: Musical Allsorts - https://www.musical-allsorts.com PD Law - https://www.pdlaws…