This appointment was thought to be the first of its kind in Rugby League. The club's new side had been built for around £15,000 and had Jack Wilkinson as coach. Initially the club played at Horton Cricket Ground, All Saints Road but were asked to leave because of damage to the pitch. By Simon Parker ParkerTandA Chief Sports Writer. In 1895, a Bradford side had beaten a team from Moss Side, Manchester, by 4–1 in front of 3,000 spectators. On 31 August 2012 a bid for the club from a local consortium, headed by Bradford businessman Omar Khan, was accepted by the administrator[16] and was ratified by the RFL in early September. Success came to Bradford in the 1940s with a number of cup wins: the Yorkshire cup in 1940–41, 1942–43, 1944–45, 1945–46, 1948–49 and 1949–50; and the Challenge Cup 1943–44, 1946–47 and 1948–49. [15] Mick Potter continued as an unpaid coach until the end of the season. Noble oversaw Bradford's victory. Bradford coach John Kear hints at new signings 2nd March 2021 Drew Darbyshire Championship 0 Bradford coach John Kear says there will be some new arrivals at Bradford before the Championship season gets underway. On 1 September 2019, Bradford Bulls played the last game at Odsal stadium and bid farewell to the 85 years old home ground for the team.[31]. Bradford Northern were renamed Bradford Bulls in 1996, at the start of Super League. Northern moved to Birch Lane in 1908. Bradford began their first Championship campaign in 40 years against Leigh away where they narrowly lost the game. However the NRFU said the site was too small and the club kept on looking. The Bulls won the Super League title in his first season. The highly experienced Danny Brough joined Bradford along with Aaron Murphy, Ben Evans, Brad England, Reece Hamlett, Elliot Wallis, Brad Calland, Jack Sanderson and Anthony Walker. Telephone: 0333 323 5075. After the 1890-91 season, Bradford along with other Yorkshire Senior clubs Batley, Brighouse, Dewsbury, Halifax, Huddersfield, Hull, Hunslet, Leeds, Liversedge, Manningham and Wakefield decided that they wanted their own county league starting in 1891 along the lines of a similar competition that had been played in Lancashire. Bradford Bulls call a Tuesday press conference to unveil their new head coach, with Glenn Morrison and James Lowes among the favourites to succeed Francis Cummins. The creation of Bradford City led to demands for association football at Park Avenue too. Bradford Bulls coach calls Super League relegation plans 'rubbish' Last updated on 21 January 2014 21 January 2014. A year later Bradford won the Championship and Regal Trophy, Peter Fox winning the award for Coach of the Year. Brandon Billie - Head Coach bbillie30@gmail.com - Brampton Beast ECHL - Wheeling Nailers ECHL - Cornwall Nationals FHL The hooker won every domestic honour available during his time at the Bradford Bulls, playing for the club from 1996 until leaving in 2003. NRL-type season fine by Kear as he backs Bulls rivals to spring a surprise. Bradford Bulls have made their entire coaching staff redundant as they look to find a way out of administration. Bradford's season was ultimately disappointing with failure to reach the Qualifiers,[22] this meant Bradford would miss out on a chance of promotion, On 14 November 2016, Bradford Bulls were placed in administration for the third time since 2012. switched codes to association football, and Bradford Northern (later Bradford Bulls) was formed by members who wished to continue rugby. Up until the Super League era the club was known as Bradford Northern and used a stylised boar's head similar to the one atop the Bradford city coat of arms. It was turned into the biggest stadium outside Wembley. [26] The new owner was publicly announced on 17 January as Andrew Chalmers, the former chairman of the New Zealand Rugby League. was voted into full membership of the Second Division without having played a game of football, having a complete team or even being able to guarantee a ground. In August 2019, Bulls chairman Andrew Chalmers announced that the club could no longer afford to play at Odsal and were to relocate to Dewsbury for two years after the preferred alternatives, Valley Parade and Horsfall Stadium were deemed too expensive. ... Coach Brian Noble left Bradford to coach relegation threatened Wigan Warriors on 20 April 2006, Steve McNamara took over as head coach. Who: A former Bradford Bulls player, and a huge club legend. He went on to make a record 576 appearances for the club. In 1906–07, Bradford won the Yorkshire County Cup 8–5 against Hull Kingston Rovers. [25] On 13 January the RFL announced that a consortium to run the new club had been selected an notified of the decision. [12] A public appeal saw a lot of new funds pour in from supporters,[12] but following the issue of a winding up petition from HMRC for unpaid taxes the holding company for the club was forced to go into administration on 26 June 2012. Bradford's main rivals are Leeds Rhinos who they have played in multiple finals, especially during the early years of Super League as well as St Helens whom they faced in two successive Challenge cup finals during the golden era. Captain Matt Diskin will take charge of … In the Qualifiers Bradford failed to make the top three for automatic entry to Super League for 2016, finishing 5th which meant a trip to Wakefield to play them in the first ever Million Pound Game. The club entered administration in 2012,[3] and again in 2014 and 2016. On 15 August 2019 Bradford Bulls chairman Andrew Chalmers officially announced that they would “temporarily” be moving grounds to Dewsbury’s Crown Flatt for the 2020 season as Odsal Stadium was a financial struggle at £450,000 rent per year. We’re flexible when it comes to the days they can work for us and the number of hours. Odsal had also hosted many other sports, including association football, speedway, stock car racing, basketball, featuring the Harlem Globetrotters, wrestling, show jumping and kabaddi. In 1981–82, Bradford lost the Yorkshire Cup final 10–5 against Castleford and lost again in 1982–83, this time 18–7 against Hull F.C. Ron Willey coached Bradford Northern for a short stint in 1989–90 and led them to the Premiership final and success in the Yorkshire Cup final when they beat Featherstone Rovers 20–14. Before moving to Odsal, Bradford Northern had had two other homes at Greenfield Athletic Ground in Dudley Hill and at Birch Lane which was part of the Bowling Old Lane cricket ground, although at times they also had to hire Valley Parade as the capacity at Birch Lane was insufficient for large matches. The club went out of business on 10 December 1963, having played just 13 matches; winning 1 and losing 12, scoring 109 points and conceding 284, the results were declared null and void, and expunged from the 1963–64 season's records. By November 1987, Bradford had cash-flow problems and the local council refused to help financially, but appointed a special committee to administer the clubs' finances. Also involved is former player and coach, Graham Lowe. had run into financial difficulties and, despite a summer archery contest that generated enough money to ensure their survival, its members were persuaded to swap codes and play association football instead. The reformed club won its first cup in 1965–66 by beating Hunslet 17–8 in the final of the Yorkshire County Cup. Fox left the club in 1995. At the time he was the youngest coach in Britain. On 20 January 2017 Geoff Toovey was named as coach and Leon Pryce as captain. Office Opening Hours. Manningham was invited to join the Football League in 1903, in an attempt to promote football in a rugby-dominated region, and the newly renamed Bradford City A.F.C. BRADFORD BULLS RLFC. The original Bradford Football Club was formed in 1863 and played rugby football, subsequently joining the Rugby Football Union. In March 2012 the club announced that it was in financial difficulties and needed £1 million to keep the club afloat. Email: info@bradfordbulls.co.uk On 20 April 2006, Steve McNamara was promoted to head coach of Bradford[11] following Brian Noble's departure to Wigan. Bradford Bulls finished the season as the best supported team in Super League with an average attendance in excess of 10,000. By Nathan Atkinson @NathanA_TandA Reporter. Bradford Northern's first home ground was the Greenfield Athletic Ground in Dudley Hill, to the south of the city. Odsal Stadium, Odsal, Bradford. [13] The Rugby Football League announced that had the company been wound up then the team would be allowed to complete their fixtures for the 2012 Super League season under the possible ownership of a supporters trust. [20] In 1985, Ellery Hanley left Northern to join Wigan for a then record transfer deal, worth £80,000 and a player exchange involving Steve Donlan and Phil Ford. Following an eighth consecutive defeat, the Bulls' worst run in Super League, McNamara's contract was mutually terminated on 13 July 2010. [17] Days later the RFL also granted the new owners a one-year probationary licence enabling the club to compete in Super League XVIII in 2013. The Bradford Bulls coach Mick Potter has announced he is to leave the Super League club and return to Australia During the 2012/13 season the Bulls appointed Dr Allan Johnston to the backroom staff to support the players wellbeing and performance. Omari Caro scored a hat-trick in this match. They also won the Yorkshire Cup final 7–2 against Hull. A meeting on 14 April 1964 saw 1,500 people turn out to discuss the formation of a new club, and those present promised a £1000 to help get plans for the new organisation underway. From 9 November 2012, the Bulls sold the naming rights again to local business Provident Financial, and the stadium was renamed the Provident Stadium. By the end of the regular season they entered the Super 8s finishing second. Initially the club played at Horton Cricket Ground, All Saints Road but were asked to leave because of damage to the pitch. They then moved to Laisteridge Lane and later North Park Road in Manningham. In 1907, founder member of the Rugby Football League (RFL) Bradford F.C. [29], Before the start of the 2018 season, the Bulls appointed the highly experienced John Kear as coach, and under his guidance, gained promotion to the Championship.[30]. The preparation for the 2021 season started with the re-signing of experienced coach John Kear on a 2 year extension which would keep him at the Bradford Bulls until the end of the 2022 season. [27], The parent company of the club is registered as Bradford Bulls 2017 Limited at Companies House, and the team continue to be known as Bradford Bulls, also retaining the club colours, stadium and several players from the 2016 squad. Bradford Bulls coach Kear: Fans won't be allowed in this year. [2] They have won the Challenge Cup five times, the league championship six times and the World Club Challenge three times. In 1973–74 Bradford won the Second Division Championship and were promoted back to the First Division. Amongst those who led proceedings were former players Joe Phillips and Trevor Foster. With a few games left of the 2017 season, Bradford's relegation fears were confirmed and in 2018 they played in League One earning promotion back to the Championship after beating Workington Town on 7 October 2018.[8]. By Nathan Atkinson @NathanA_TandA Reporter. The Bradford Bulls Foundation. The former Leeds winger, 35, served as an assistant to Mick Potter for the past two years. In 1987–88 Bradford won the Yorkshire Cup final replay against Castleford 11–2 after drawing 12–12. Photograph: Lynne Cameron/PA P r e s s A s s o c i a t i o n The Harry Sunderland Trophy is awarded to the Man-of-the-Match in the Super League Grand Final by the Rugby League Writers' Association. As Super League VI champions, the Bulls played against 2001 NRL Premiers, the Newcastle Knights in the 2002 World Club Challenge. They then moved to Laisteridge Lane and later North Park Road in Manningham. Bradford defeated Leeds 8–4 to win the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley in 1947. Bradford Bulls finished the season as the best supported team in Super League with an average attendance in excess of 10,000. Mick Potter became coach in 2011. BRADFORD Bulls Head Coach John Kear has named his ASN Doors 21 Man Squad for this weekend’s Betfred Challenge Cup tie against local rivals Featherstone Rovers. He was assistant for three years to former England boss Tony Smith, who quit in November, and McNamara, 38, was appointed national coach in … In 1972–73 Bradford lost the Challenge Cup final against Featherstone Rovers 33–14. Bradford's traditional playing colours are a red, amber and black hoop, on a white background. (3pm Kick Off) 19 Mar 2021 BULLS SUPPORTING LOCAL MENTAL HEALTH GROUP. In preparation for the 2016 season, Bradford completed the signings of several experienced players, such as Centre Kris Welham from Super League side Hull Kingston Rovers, as well as Oscar Thomas, Mitch Clark, Johnny Campbell, Jonathan Walker and Kurt Haggerty from London Broncos, Doncaster, Batley and Leigh. BRADFORD Bulls Head Coach John Kear has named his ASN Doors 21 Man Squad for this weekend’s Betfred Challenge Cup tie against local rivals Featherstone Rovers. Bradford Football Club and Bradford Cricket Club bought Park Avenue in 1879 and this resulted in the club becoming "Bradford Cricket, Athletic and Football Club". Updated: 12 February 2021Source(s): 2021 Squad Numbers. BRADFORD Bulls head coach John Kear was never the biggest fan of dual-registration in rugby league and says the system would never have worked in the middle of the current coronavirus pandemic anyway. Bradford Bulls assistant coach Mark Dunning says that the announcement that the players and staff can return to pre-season tomorrow means a great deal not just to the club but the whole Championship after a tough 12 months for those below Super League. While this role is not currently a paid position, which therefore allows for a flexible balance with the post holder’s primary employment, it requires an investment of time to a level which ensures successful delivery of the principal duties. [9] Bradford dropped the 'Northern' name to become Bradford Bulls. Odsal Stadium, Bradford, BD6 1BS. Bradford Bulls have appointed Francis Cummins as their new head coach on a three-year contract. (3pm Kick Off) 4 mins BULLS SUPPORTING LOCAL MENTAL HEALTH GROUP. This was Bradford's highest ever attendance. Bradford Bulls coach calls Super League relegation plans 'rubbish' Last updated on 21 January 2014 21 January 2014. |state=expanded: {{Bradford Bulls Coaches|state=expanded}} to show the template expanded, i.e., fully visible |state=autocollapse : {{Bradford Bulls Coaches|state=autocollapse}} shows the template collapsed to the title bar if there is a {{ navbar }} , a {{ sidebar }} , or some other table on the page with the collapsible attribute The original Bradford Football Club was formed in 1863 and played rugby football, subsequently joining the Rugby Football Union. Telephone: 0333 323 5075. Elliot coached the Bradford Bulls to the 1999 Super League Grand Final which was lost to St Helens. They also have a lesser local rivalry with Keighley Cougars although this was considered a one-way rivalry and competitive fixtures were rare as they played in different divisions. Bradford Bulls coach Mick Potter has announced he is leaving the club to return to his native Australia. The following 4 files are in this category, out of 4 total. The RFL believes that Rugby League needs Bradford and that Bradford deserves a strong and stable professional club and will work with all interested parties to deliver that outcome.[24]. The Bradford Bulls have announced that Nigel Wood has been appointed club Chairman in a move that will allow acting Chief Executive Mark Sawyer to step down from the role. BULLS head coach John Kear admits he cannot see the season starting until at least the end of March, after Championship and League One sides … Get in touch with our Head Coach, Ryan Hunkin, at ryan.hunkin@bullsfoundation.org. Brian Noble was appointed Bradford head coach in November 2000. The stadium's largest attendances was 102,569, when Halifax played Warrington on 5 May 1954 in the Challenge Cup Final replay. On Saturday 3 November 1945, Bradford Northern met Wakefield Trinity in the final of the Yorkshire Cup held at Thrum Hall, Halifax. 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