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Read about Cas' legendary players in the
Tigers Hall of Fame. |
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Les Adams |
Arthur Atkinson |
Bob Beardmore |
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Les "Juicy" Adams -
International Scrum half of the 1930's. A Wembley winner with Cas in
1935. |
International centre-threequarter
of 20's and 30's. Arthur, or "Bruss", was captain of 1935 Wembley
team. |
Bob was a Wembley
86 Lance Todd Trophy winner at Scrum Half . A talented player,
unlucky not to play for Great Britain. |
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Kevin Beardmore |
Bill Bryant |
Brad Davis |
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Kevin was an
International Hooker and prolific Try scorer who made 2 Lions tours.
A great servant throughout the 1980's. |
International Second row
forward of the 1960's. A robust strong running player who's later
career was blighted with injury. A favourite with the fans. |
Brad
established himself as one of the most popular Tigers of his time
from joining the club, and helping to stave off the threat of
relegation, in 1997 until (with a break at local rivals Wakefield)
he left the club in 2006. Ironically having played a big part in our
1997 fight, he had a bigger part to play in our return to the
top-flight after we failed to beat relegation in 2004. The clear MOM
in the 2005 National League play off final, Brad took 'his' club
back where he felt it belonged. Brad was a very creative scrum half
with a tremendous kicking game. |
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St John Ellis |
Mike Ford |
Harold Haley |
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The
untimely death of St John Ellis in 2006 was a real loss to the
game and his many friends. A huge fans favourite, a real character
and a record try scorer for the Tigers. |
International Scrum Half
of the 80's and 90's a product of the prestigious Oldham St Anne's
club. In two spells with the club Mike was at the heart of
everything, a gifted and creative player. |
A Local player who
played 338 games for Cas between the early 30's and late 40's. A
Wembley winner in 1935, Harold also figured in the 1939 Championship
final during his sixteen years with the club. |
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Alan Hardisty |
Dennis Hartley |
Keith Hepworth |
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International Stand-off
of the 1960's. Some consider Alan as the greatest Cas player ever.
Wembley Captain in 1969 and 70, Alan provided the flair that
complimented his half back partner Keith Hepworth so well. |
International Front Row
Forward joined Cas in 1966. A fearsome forward, Dennis played 268
times for Cas before joining the coaching staff. A truly loyal
servant of the club. |
International Scrum Half
of the 1960's. Keith was a dynamic non-stop all action player who
always gave his all and combined with Alan Hardisty to form one of
the most feared half-back combinations in World Rugby League.
Wembley winner in 69 & 70. |
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John Joyner |
Bill Kirkbride |
Brian Lockwood |
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International Centre
with 600 plus games for Cas and 16 Great Britain caps merely
confirm John's status as a Cas great. Whether at Centre, Stand-off
or Loose Forward, John's skill won many games and many accolades in
the Game. 86 Wembley Captain. |
Cumbrian second row
forward who had a two year spell with the club. Bill won the Lance
Todd Trophy as Cas retained the Cup at Wembley in 1970. |
International second row
forward. Brian was a Wembley winner with Cas in 69 & 70. He also was
part of the 1972 World Cup winning Great Britain side. Had further
wins at Wembley wins with Hull KR and Widnes. |
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Tawera Nikau |
Mal Reilly |
Dean Sampson |
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New Zealand
International Loose forward. Joined Cas in 91, played 165 games
including the Wembley defeat of 92 an the classic 94 Regal Trophy
Final Rout of Wigan. |
A legendary figure in
both hemispheres, both playing in and coaching winning Challenge cup
and Grand Final sides, Malcolm represented Great Britain as both
player and coach. He was awarded the OBE for his services to Rugby
League. |
International front row
forward, a firm favourite with the Cas faithful. His strong robust
style was made him one of the most feared forwards in Super League.
Dean played in Castleford colours over 350 times. |
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John Sheridan |
Peter Small |
Graham Steadman |
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A Castleford Stalwart,
signing for Cas in the 50's he played in over 300 games. He then
served the club well developing new talent as the second team coach. |
International centre,
Peter became our first post war tourist. Making over 300 appearances
for Castleford, he later make the switch to back row forward. |
International Stand-off,
Full Back. Graham joined Cas in 1989 having previously served York
and Featherstone. A 1992 Lions Tourist he was a vital part of the 92
Wembley and 94 Regal Trophy Final Sides. |
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Adrian Vowles |
Johnny Ward |
Kevin Ward |
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A former Queensland
representative player in his native Australia, A dynamic leader on
the field. Adrian become the first Tigers Player to win the coveted
Man of Steel award in 1999. |
International Hooker,
Prop Forward. A talented ball playing forward who's magical style
won him many fans. A Wembley winner in 1969 Johnny joined Salford
before the defence of the cup began in 1970. |
International Prop
Forward, Kevin was respected as one of the worlds best props during
the 1980's. He made over 300 appearances winning at Wembley in 86
and the Aussie Grand Final with Manly in 87, Ending his career at St
Helens. |
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Denzil Webster |
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His strike rate of 63
tries in a mere 98 games for the club was testament to the man
blistering pace and undoubted skill. This was recognized by his
selection for Yorkshire in 1955. |
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