LEAGUE 1 ROUND-UP
WEST WALES RAIDERS vice captain Joe Burke may have only played one game since the end of 2017, but he already has his sights on extending 2021 for as long as possible.
The 30-year-old took some time out of the game following his appearances for Wales in the 2017 World Cup and only returned to action as the Raiders took on Widnes Vikings in the Challenge Cup last month.
But, he is now eyeing a place in John Kear’s national squad in this year’s World Cup tournament.
“The pinnacle of anyone's career is the internationals so that has to be the aim,” said Burke.
“There is nothing better than being able to represent your country.
“I have had a taste of it over the years and know what it was like to play in the World Cup, so this year's tournament is definitely something I'd like to get back involved with.”
ROCHDALE HORNETS have confirmed supporters will be able to watch their first game in well over a year for free, when the club face North Wales Crusaders in a preseason friendly.