Leigh East

*PLAYOFFS*

📣 **LEIGH EAST – SEPTEMBER FIXTURES** 🏉🔴⚫

We’ve got two big fixtures coming up this September, and we’re looking forward to seeing plenty of support for the team!

🏉 Saturday 12th September
Leigh East vs Milford
🕰️ 14:30 kick off

🏉 Saturday 19th September
Beverley vs Leigh East
🕰️ 14:30 kick off

Two massive games and two great opportunities to get behind the lads! 💪

Make sure you save the dates, share the poster and come along to show your support for Leigh East 🔴⚫

Adam Holland

A Leigh East Journey 32 Years in the Making

This Saturday will be a very special and emotional occasion for Leigh East as Adam Holland takes to the field for his final game for our Open Age side.

Adam’s journey with Leigh East began an incredible 32 years ago, when he came through the junior ranks as a young player with dreams of pulling on the shirt for the senior side. Over the years, he has progressed through those junior teams, developing not only as a player but as a person and becoming a hugely respected member of the Leigh East family.

Adam has gone on to spend 15 years playing for the Leigh East senior side, giving countless hours, memories and performances to the club he has represented for so much of his life.

Thirty-two years is an incredible length of time to be part of one club. Through the highs and lows, the wins and the difficult days, Adam has always been part of the Leigh East story. He has played alongside many different teammates, represented the club with pride and helped create memories that will stay with those who have shared the field with him.

For the younger players coming through, Adam is a great example of what it means to be part of a community club — coming through the juniors, making the step into the senior game and dedicating so many years to representing the team.

As Saturday approaches, it is a chance for everyone connected with Leigh East to recognise and celebrate everything Adam has given to the club.

32 years. 15 years with the senior side. One club.

We hope as many supporters, former teammates, friends and family as possible can be there on Saturday to give Adam the send-off he deserves.
From everyone at Leigh East, thank you, Adam, for an incredible contribution to our club.

Enjoy your final game, Adam — and what a journey it has been. ❤️🖤

🏉 LEIGH LEOPARDS vs BRADFORD BULLS 🏉

📅 Friday 21st August
📍 Leigh East ARLFC
🍔 Kitchen & bar open from 5pm
🏉 Kick-off at 8:00pm

KITCHEN SPECIALS

🥩 Hot beef barms with onions
🥧 Freshly baked Taylor’s pies
🌶️ Chilli with rice or chips
🍔 Burgers and chips
🧒 Children’s menu options
🥤 Oreo milkshakes
☕ Tea and coffee

Come and join us before the match for drinks and delicious, reasonably priced food!

❤️🤍 Come on, you Leopards! ❤️🤍

Good luck to our u11s who play in the Rochdale Hornets festival this Sunday as part of their Superhero day

A huge thank you to the teams already confirmed to be taking part in this Sunday's Superhero 7's 👏

🏟️ The Hive
⏰ 9am start
🏆 U7s & U11s age groups

Until midday on Friday, entry will remain open to all amateur teams from across the area, priced at £25 per team 🚨

Free junior tickets for the men's Superhero Day fixture at the Crown Oil Arena later in the day (3pm kick-off) will be provided to all participating clubs. Adult tickets will also be available at a reduced price of just £10.

Don't miss out on the fun! 💙

Sign up: https://shorturl.at/MZugK

HEAD COACH VACANCY – OPEN AGE

Leigh East ARLFC

Leigh East ARLFC is inviting applications for the position of Open Age Head Coach.

Following a change in the coaching structure, we are looking for an enthusiastic, committed and ambitious individual to lead our Open Age team into its next chapter.

This is an exciting opportunity to help rebuild and develop a proud community club with a strong history, excellent facilities and a clear vision for the future.

The Role

The successful candidate will:

* Lead and coach the Open Age squad on matchdays and at training.
* Plan and deliver high-quality coaching sessions.
* Develop a positive, disciplined and accountable team culture.
* Work closely with the club committee and wider coaching team.
* Support the progression of players from the club's junior pathway into Open Age rugby.
* Help recruit and retain players while promoting the values of Leigh East ARLFC.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

* Has previous coaching experience within Rugby League.
* Holds a level 2 coaching qualification.
* Demonstrates excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
* Is passionate about developing players and building a strong team environment.
* Shares our commitment to hard work, respect and continuous improvement.

What We Offer

* A supportive and ambitious committee.
* A proud community club with a successful junior section.
* The opportunity to shape the future of our Open Age programme.
* A chance to make a lasting impact both on and off the field.

If you are passionate about Rugby League and believe you can help take Leigh East ARLFC forward, we'd love to hear from you.

To Apply

Please send a brief coaching CV and a short covering letter outlining your coaching experience and why you would like to become Head Coach at Leigh East ARLFC.

Please send to [email protected]

Applications will remain open until the position is filled.

Join us. Lead us. Help shape the future of Leigh East ARLFC.

All welcome # # #

**Club Statement**

Leigh East ARLFC can confirm that, following discussions between the club and Martin Roden, it has been mutually agreed that now is the right time to make a change in the coaching of our Open Age team.

After what has undoubtedly been a difficult and disappointing season so far, both on and off the pitch, everyone at the club believes this decision gives us the opportunity to reset and focus on improving for the remainder of the season and beyond.

We would like to place on record our sincere thanks to Martin Roden for his outstanding commitment and service to Leigh East over the past 10 years, both as a player and a coach. During that time, Martin has played a huge role in the club and has given us many fantastic memories. In particular, last season's memorable playoff victory away at Bentley, which secured promotion, will live long in the memory of everyone connected with the club. We thank Martin for all of his hard work, dedication and passion, and wish him every success in the future.

We would also like to thank Lee Rowley, who will also be stepping aside from his coaching role. Lee's commitment and support to the Open Age team has been greatly appreciated, and we thank him for everything he has done for Leigh East.

For the remainder of the league season, the Open Age team will be led by the Under 18s coaching staff alongside Mick Redford. We appreciate them stepping up and supporting the club during this period.

Moving forward, we hope everyone connected with Leigh East can come together and work hard to bring improvement across the whole Open Age group. The support of our players, volunteers and supporters will be vital as we look to finish the season in a positive manner.

Thank you for your continued support.

**Leigh East ARLFC**

Gameday All Welcome x