The third division of RL in the UK has had it tough. Reduced finances has led to teams struggling and one team less for 2024. So just nine teams competed in the division. Despite that gloomy backdrop, there are some positive things happening here.
Firstly, the table after the conclusion of the regular season before the finals series. Blue shows those into the finals and yellow those who failed to qualify. Oldham were the star team, automatically qualifying to return to the second division Championship in 2025. They are hungry for success. The next five battle it out for the second spot, a summary coming after it has been concluded.
Of the three lowest ranked sides, Newcastle were the big disappointment, being relegated to this division and then failing to be competitive. A change of ownership and then a move to Gateshead during the season hopefully sees the club progress in 2025. Of the other two, Cornwall is progressing well considering its far short existence. North Wales has a new owner so hopefully that will improve things for the club in 2025.
The Goole Vikings were formed in 2018 and have been admitted into this division for the 2025 season, bringing the number of sides to ten again. The club is situated on what I believe is the western edge of the city of Hull. London Skolars pulled out in 2023 and the West Wales Raiders in 2022.
Picture: Oldham RLFC.
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