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Thu May 5, 2011
Source: www.crusadersrfl.comCrusaders duo Gil Dudson and Paul Johnson have signed new deals at Super League's only Welsh club.
Dudson, 20, will remain at the Racecourse Ground until the end of the 2014 Super League season.
Utility-man Johnson, 32, has signed a one-year extension meaning he will remain with the Crusaders until the end of the 2012 season.
Dudson made his Crusaders first team debut against Leeds Rhinos at Rodney Parade in August 2009 following two successful years at reserve grade level. He excelled whilst being dual-registered with the South Wales Scorpions last year and he has been given more first team opportunities this season under head coach Iestyn Harris.
Gil has made 8 appearances for the Crusaders this season and is set to be a key member of Harris' Wales squad in this Autumn's Four Nations.
Paul Johnson has made 7 appearances for the Crusaders this season following his move from Wakefield Trinity Wildcats. He has brought a wealth of experience to the Crusaders squad.
He won the first of his 12 Great Britain caps in 2001 and went on to play in both the 2004 and 2005 Tri Nations. He has won Super League Grand Finals with both Wigan Warriors and Bradford Bulls and was part of the Warrington Wolves side that lifted the 2009 Carnegie Challenge Cup.
"I am thrilled that both Gil and Paul have committed themselves to the Crusaders," Harris said.
"Gil has performed well for us this season and has shown a lot of maturity.
"Gil is a young man, he is a 20-year-old front rower who has made tremendous progress this season. Props don't usually mature until their mid 20's, usually 24 or 25, and Gil has all the tools to be a success.
"Gil is showing a lot of promise. He's a big young man and he still has aspects of his game that he needs to improve on, mentally about the game and it is important that we introduce Gil gradually into the first team to ensure he doesn't fatigue. He didn't look out of place when he was in the team earlier this year and I think he has the potential to be one of the best props in Super League.
"He is an important part of out squad and I think he has got a very bright future at the club. We've got him for another four years and I am expecting really big things from him in the future."
"Paul is a model professional who has added a lot to our squad this season," Harris added.
"His versatility has proved a real asset to us and he brings a lot of energy to the side. I have been impressed with his work-rate and Paul is a real leader on and off the field.
"Paul is the kind of player that always gives 100% and I'm hoping that his enthusiasm and work ethic will continue to rub off on his team mates. He's a very experienced player and I hope some of the young players in the squad will learn off him."
After putting pen-to-paper on a new deal, Paul Johnson said it did not take long for him to make his mind up about extending his stay with the Crusaders.
"I'm very pleased to sign up with the Crusaders for another season," he said.
"Even though results haven't gone our way on the field, I am enjoying my time here in Wrexham and I have really settled in to my new surroundings.
"Iestyn Harris is a great coach who is going to do great things with this side. The club is pushing in the right direction and I am playing alongside a great bunch of lads. There is still a lot to play for this season and I am fully focused on helping the Crusaders finishing as high up in the table as possible."
Sat January 8, 2011
Source: www.crusadersrfl.comStuart Reardon, Paul Johnson and Richard Moore look set to make their Crusaders debuts after being named in the squad to face Widnes Vikings this Sunday (kick off 3pm).
New Crusaders head coach Iestyn Harris has picked a mixture of experience and youth for his side's first pre-season fixture.
First team regulars Jarrod Sammut, Peter Lupton, Lincoln Withers, Jordan James, and Mark Bryant will also be in action at the Stobart Stadium on Sunday.
Also featuring are the four stars that played a big part in Wales' recent European Cup success: Lloyd White, Gil Dudson, Ben Flower and Elliot Kear.
Harris will also use the game to run the rule over young Scorpions trio Ashley Bateman, Andy Gay and Joe Burke, as well as promising Crusaders Academy star Rhodri Lloyd.
Speaking after announcing his squad, Crusaders head coach Iestyn Harris said:
"2011 is going to be a big year for the club so it is important that the guys get a good hit-out against Widnes.
"This will be a very competitive game and, being our first pre-season fixture, it is a vital part of our preparations for the new season.
"The players have been working really hard in training but there is no substitute for getting onto the park and playing.
"We have got some promising young talent at the club and this game will allow us to have a good look and see how they are shaping up."
Crusaders squad to face Widnes Vikings - Jamie Murphy, Lee Williams, Ashley Bateman, Elliot Kear, Stuart Reardon, Jarrod Sammut, Lincoln Withers, Jordan James, Lloyd White, Gil Dudson, Peter Lupton, Rhodri Lloyd, Ben Flower, Paul Johnson, Richard Moore, Joe Burke, Mark Bryant, Andy Gaye.
Entrance for Crusaders forthcoming pre-season game away to Widnes Vikings on Sunday 9 January will now be via a cash only payment at the turnstile, priced at £10 for adults and £5 for concessions / juniors.
Crusaders fans wishing to upgrade to either Silver or Gold seating areas can do so via the Stobart Stadium main reception.
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 2011 engage English Super League
North Wales Crusaders
10 games; [View] Round 1 [13 Feb 11] W 42-12 v Salford City. [SR]
[View] Round 2 [20 Feb 11] L 18-20 v Harlequins (A). [SR]
[View] Round 8 [02 Apr 11] W 16-10 v Salford City (A). [LK]
[View] Round 9 [08 Apr 11] L 18-34 v St Helens (H). [LK]
[View] Round 10 [15 Apr 11] L 6-64 v Warrington (A). [SR]
[View] Round 12 [25 Apr 11] L 16-34 v Leeds (A). [SR]
[View] Round 13 [01 May 11] L 16-48 v Wigan (H). [BE]
[View] Round 18 [17 Jun 11] L 7-12 v Leeds (H). [BE]
[View] Round 26 [04 Sep 11] L 24-48 v Bradford (A). [BE]
[View] Round 27 [09 Sep 11] L 10-42 v Wigan (A). [BE]
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2010 engage English Super League
Wakefield Trinity Wildcats
15 games; 4 tries, 16 points.
[View] Round 1 [07 Feb 10] W 28-20 v Les Catalans (H). [BE]
[View] Round 12 [23 Apr 10] L 8-12 v Hull FC (A). [SR]
[View] Round 13 - Magic Weekend [01 May 10] L 30-34 v Leeds (A). [SR] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 14 [14 May 10] L 10-29 v Bradford (H). [SR] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 15 [23 May 10] W 54-12 v Harlequins (H). [SR]
[View] Round 16 [04 Jun 10] L 22-28 v Leeds (A). [SR]
[View] Round 17 [13 Jun 10] L 6-48 v Wigan (H). [SR]
[View] Round 18 [19 Jun 10] L 23-30 v Catalans (A). [SR]
[View] Round 19 [27 Jun 10] W 41-0 v Crusaders (A). [BE] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 20 [04 Jul 10] L 14-46 v Hull KR (H). [BE] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 21 [10 Jul 10] W 29-6 v Hull FC (H). [SR]
[View] Round 22 [18 Jul 10] L 16-40 v Castleford (A). [SR]
[View] Round 24 [01 Aug 10] L 6-58 v Huddersfield (A). [SR]
[View] Round 25 [15 Aug 10] L 18-36 v Warrington (H). [CT]
[View] Round 26 [22 Aug 10] L 28-38 v Bradford (A). [CT]
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2009 engage English Super League
Warrington Wolves
19 games; 8 tries, 32 points.
[View] Round 1 [13 Feb 09] L 14-26 v St Helens (A). [CT]
[View] Round 4 [08 Mar 09] L 14-20 v Leeds (H). [WG]
[View] Round 5 [14 Mar 09] L 8-60 v Harlequins (A). [WG]
[View] Round 6 [22 Mar 09] W 24-12 v Hull KR (H). [CT] 8 Pts; 2t
[View] Round 7 [29 Mar 09] W 27-22 v Celtic (H). [CT]
[View] Round 8 [10 Apr 09] L 16-18 v Salford City (A). [WG] 8 Pts; 2t
[View] Round 9 [13 Apr 09] L 6-28 v Castleford (H). [WG]
[View] Round 10 [17 Apr 09] W 58-22 v Bradford (A). [WG] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 11 [26 Apr 09] W 40-18 v Huddersfield (H). [WG]
[View] Round 12 [03 May 09] L 28-36 v Hull KR. [CT]
[View] Round 16 [14 Jun 09] L 10-21 v Bradford (H). [BE]
[View] Round 17 [20 Jun 09] W 24-12 v Les Catalans (A). [BE]
[View] Round 19 [04 Jul 09] W 22-6 v Celtic (A). [BE]
[View] Round 20 [11 Jul 09] L 26-40 v St Helens (H). [BE] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 21 [19 Jul 09] L 10-28 v Huddersfield (A). [CT]
[View] Round 22 [26 Jul 09] W 62-20 v Salford City (H). [BE] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 23 [01 Aug 09] L 22-24 v Leeds (A). [CT]
[View] Round 24 [14 Aug 09] L 16-36 v Wigan (A). [CT]
[View] Round 25 [21 Aug 09] L 28-40 v Wakefield (H). [CT] 4 Pts; 1t
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2008 engage English Super League
Warrington Wolves
11 games; 6 tries, 24 points.
[View] Round 1 [08 Feb 08] W 32-20 v Hull FC (H). [BE]
[View] Round 2 [15 Feb 08] L 22-30 v St Helens (A). [BE] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 3 [24 Feb 08] W 29-28 v Hull KR (A). [WG] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 4 [02 Mar 08] W 38-18 v Les Catalans (H). [CT] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 5 [08 Mar 08] W 32-20 v Wigan (H). [WG] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 6 [16 Mar 08] L 10-23 v Bradford (A). [WG] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 7 [21 Mar 08] W 30-14 v Huddersfield (H). [SR]
[View] Round 8 [24 Mar 08] W 34-31 v Castleford (A). [LK]
[View] Round 9 [29 Mar 08] L 6-8 v Harlequins (H). [SR] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 10 [06 Apr 08] L 2-16 v Wakefield (A). [CT]
[View] Round 13 [03 May 08] W 36-34 v Huddersfield. [BE]
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2007 engage English Super League
Warrington Wolves
15 games; 3 tries, 12 points.
[View] Round 1 [09 Feb 07] W 16-10 v Wigan (A). [CT]
[View] Round 2 [18 Feb 07] L 20-36 v Bradford (H). [CT]
[View] Round 3 [25 Feb 07] W 25-24 v Hull FC (H). [CT]
[View] Round 4 [03 Mar 07] W 19-12 v Harlequins (A). [CT]
[View] Round 5 [09 Mar 07] L 12-48 v St Helens (H). [CT]
[View] Round 6 [18 Mar 07] W 30-12 v Hull KR (H). [CT] 8 Pts; 2t
[View] Round 7 [25 Mar 07] L 24-30 v Wakefield (A). [CT]
[View] Round 12 [29 Apr 07] L 24-36 v Bradford (A). [CT]
[View] Round 13 [06 May 07] W 50-18 v Salford City. [SR] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 14 [19 May 07] L 4-17 v Harlequins (H). [CT]
[View] Round 15 [28 May 07] L 12-40 v St Helens (H). [CT]
[View] Round 16 [01 Jun 07] L 26-42 v Leeds (A). [CT]
[View] Round 17 [17 Jun 07] W 31-12 v Wakefield (H). [CT]
[View] Round 19 [08 Jul 07] W 47-28 v Huddersfield (A). [CT]
[View] Round 20 [15 Jul 07] W 42-6 v Salford City (H). [CT]
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2006 World Club Challenge
Bradford Bulls
1 games; [View] WCC [04 Feb 06] W 30-10 v Tigers (H). [SR]
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2006 engage English Super League
Bradford Bulls
13 games; 1 tries, 4 points.
[View] Round 1 [12 Feb 06] W 20-14 v Wakefield (A). [SR]
[View] Round 2 [18 Feb 06] D 18-18 v Harlequins (H). [SR]
[View] Round 3 [24 Feb 06] W 34-4 v Salford City (H). [BE]
[View] Round 4 [04 Mar 06] W 50-18 v Catalans (A). [BE]
[View] Round 6 [17 Mar 06] L 16-38 v St Helens (A). [SR]
[View] Round 10 [18 Apr 06] W 52-18 v Huddersfield (H). [SR] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 11 [23 Apr 06] L 4-27 v Warrington (A). [SR]
[View] Round 12 [28 Apr 06] W 54-6 v Les Catalans (H). [SR]
[View] Round 13 [05 May 06] L 12-28 v Hull FC (A). [SR]
[View] Round 14 [13 May 06] W 58-16 v Harlequins (A). [SR]
[View] Round 15 [26 May 06] L 0-30 v Leeds (H). [SR]
[View] Round 28 [17 Sep 06] W 42-30 v Huddersfield (A). [BE]
[View] Finals Week One [23 Sep 06] W 52-6 v Salford City (H). [BE]
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2005 Tri-Nations Test Series
Great Britain Lions
4 games; 3 tries, 12 points.
[View] Tri-Nations Match 3 [29 Oct 05] L 26-42 v New Zealand (H). [SR] 12 Pts; 3t
[View] Tri-Nations Match 4 [05 Nov 05] L 6-20 v Australia (H). [SR]
[View] Tri-Nations Match 5 [12 Nov 05] W 38-12 v New Zealand (H). [SR]
[View] Tri-Nations Match 6 [19 Nov 05] L 14-26 v Australia (H). [SR]
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2005 English Super League
Bradford Bulls
19 games; 10 tries, 40 points.
[View] Round 1 [13 Feb 05] L 16-28 v Wildcats (H). [CT]
[View] Round 2 [20 Feb 05] L 22-31 v Widnes (A). [CT]
[View] Round 3 [25 Feb 05] W 28-27 v Wigan (A). [CT]
[View] Round 4 [06 Mar 05] W 48-22 v London (H). [CT] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 5 [11 Mar 05] W 46-6 v Leigh (A). [CT]
[View] Round 19 [01 Jul 05] L 26-36 v Rhinos (A). [CT] 8 Pts; 2t
[View] Round 20 [10 Jul 05] L 34-44 v Wildcats (A). [CT]
[View] Round 21 [17 Jul 05] W 58-12 v Leigh (H). [CT]
[View] Round 22 [22 Jul 05] W 24-18 v Salford (A). [CT]
[View] Round 23 [07 Aug 05] W 74-24 v Widnes (H). [SR]
[View] Round 24 [14 Aug 05] W 58-12 v Salford (H). [SR] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 25 [19 Aug 05] W 42-10 v Rhinos (A). [SR]
[View] Round 26 [02 Sep 05] W 49-6 v Hull (H). [SR]
[View] Round 27 [11 Sep 05] W 52-34 v Huddersfield (H). [SR] 8 Pts; 2t
[View] Round 28 [17 Sep 05] W 32-18 v St Helens (A). [WG] 8 Pts; 2t
[View] Elimination Play Offs [23 Sep 05] W 44-22 v London (H). [WG]
[View] Elimination Semi-Final [01 Oct 05] W 71-0 v Hull (H). [SR] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Final Eliminator [07 Oct 05] W 23-18 v St Helens (A). [SR] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Grand Final [15 Oct 05] W 15-6 v Rhinos. [SR]
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