TJs return to N1 action on Saturday against Dings Crusaders. The seasonally inclement weather means The Slade is water-logged and a switch of venue to Vizards and the all weather track
TJs won the away trip, on Dings’ own all weather track, 21-34 and both sides will probably be happier on a solid surface albeit conditions overhead maybe be chilly and tricky
TJs have a settled squad and switch Lewis Gjaltema to 9 with Connor Lloyd impacting from another strong bench. Lucas Brooke keeps his place on the blind side and good to see Curtis Barnes back on the left wing after a spell on the treatment table. Tom Kendrick continues on the right and has yet to miss a game, whilst Harrison Sims slots in at full back
It’s been a long layoff for the squad so hopefully they’ll be full of energy for a home spun January with three home games and just the one away round. Let’s start 2026 with a result