Barrow Raiders kick off their 1895 Cup campaign this Sunday with a trip to the East Riding to take on Goole Vikings.
It will be the first-ever meeting with the Vikings, following their ascension to professional rugby league in 2024.
Paul Crarey’s side will be hoping to make a strong start to proceedings in the 1895 Cup, following their recent 24-14 defeat away at Halifax Panthers in the Betfred Championship.
Below, we’ve compiled everything you need to know ahead of the fixture.
Paul Crarey preview
Head coach Paul Crarey previews Sunday’s visit to Victoria Pleasure Ground.
Team news
The 21-man squad has been named ahead of our 1895 Cup opener against Goole Vikings.
Tee Ritson, who returned to the Raiders from St Helens on a two-week loan deal on Thursday, will go straight into contention to make his second debut for the club.
Youngster Dan Knott returns to the fold, alongside Kavan Rothwell, while Josh Wood, Tom Wilkinson and Jarrad Stack are the only absentees from last weekend’s defeat in West Yorkshire.
Ticket information
Sunday’s 1895 Cup fixture at Victoria Pleasure Ground kicks off at 3:00pm. Match tickets, available to buy online or at the turnstiles, are priced as follows:
- Adults: £15
- Concessions (17-18yrs, 60+): £10
- Juniors (16 & under): £5
For supporters who cannot attend, live audio coverage will be available via BBC Radio Cumbria.
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