While acknowledging that his side have endured a tough start to the new Betfred Championship season, Barrow Raiders captain Jarrad Stack is hopeful that they can turn it around against York Knights this weekend.
The Raiders were narrowly beaten last time out at Whitehaven, losing 23-22 to their local rivals after a late drop-goal from former Raider Jake Carter.
That result saw Paul Crarey’s side drop to the foot of the table after two losses in as many games, and they are one of just four sides – alongside Sunday’s visitors York – that have yet to get themselves off the mark in 2024.
However, second-rower Stack believes this week’s Round 3 clash with the winless Knights has the potential to push the Raiders back in the right direction.
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“It’s been a disappointing start to the season,” the 36-year-old said.
“The team we have on paper is more than capable of replicating our success of 2022, but it means nothing if we don’t put the right performance in on a matchday.
“We are working very hard on the field and making everyone accountable, including myself.”
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This Sunday marks the first home game of the Championship season for the Raiders, and Stack is determined to put in a good showing for the fans in attendance at the Northern Competitions Stadium.
Sunday’s clash with York also starts a three-game home run on home soil, with Dewsbury Rams and Doncaster still to visit Cumbria before the end of the month.
“Once things start to click, I think the fans will enjoy our style of rugby,” Stack added.
“None of us have given up on what we’re trying to do, and we’ll all look to put a performance in at home for ourselves and the people who are coming to support us.”
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