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Player Profiles 2006-07

Paul Arnison – Prop Originally alien to the game “Geordie” took to the sport like a duck to water and was one of those who got dug in from day one. Whether in a playing, coaching or media sense Paul has always been there for the club and had his best season so far in 2005 as he smashed his way through IMBRL defences up and down the country. Has also had a run out for various NWC clubs during 2006 including Southport and Crosfields "A". SPONSORED BY CROSFIELDS COBRAS
Nat Ashurst – Loose Forward Nat is an IMBRL regular who always puts in 100%. This commitment quite often puts him in the running for the top tackling award. Such passion has earned him a number of club awards too including Players Player in 2003 & 2005 and Player of the Year in 2004. Nat also holds the club record of 39 tackles in one game against Wigan in 2004. His previous clubs have included Latchford & Crosfields at junior level and Priestley College. He also played for Cadishead Rhinos in NWC4 during the 2005-06 season.
Neil Ashurst - Prop A Player who leads by example all day long and who has used his past amateur experience with Crosfields and Salford University to great effect. A powerful ball playing prop who has continued to crash his way through opponents since joining IMBRL from the beginning. The clubs Players Player of the Year in 2004 and also had a spell in NWC with Cadishead Rhinos in 2006.
Karl Case - Scrum Half IMBRL’s very latest signing at the back end of 2005 who made a great start to things against Leigh. A strong running centre who hits the holes well and can also stand up and be counted in defence. Another youngster who looks set to mature within the setup and has a fine future ahead of him in the amateur game. SPONSORED BY CROSFIELDS CARDINALS
Gaz Edwards - Centre A player who joined IMBRL in 2004 and showed signs of what he was capable of. Good upper body strength coupled with a fine step made him a very tricky customer to deal with. Had an up and down 2005 and has become one of the clubs off the field heroes in recent times helping with sideline duties.
Danny Elliot – Prop Danny was another new signing for IMBRL in 2005 and showed his willingness to muck in for the cause when he helped out a depleted Hull KR side and faced his new team-mates at Victoria Park. A handy ball carrier who also had a number of run outs with Bank Quay Bulls “A” in NWC 6 during 2006.
Andy Hawley - Stand-off A player of utility value who has spent time at centre, half-back and hooker during his IMBRL career. The side’s regular goal-kicker and a handy play maker who has accumulated a bag of points since the onset of IMBRL in 2003. Spent the end of the 2005-06 NWC season playing for Cadishead Rhinos in Division 4. SPONSORED BY WARRINGTON HORIZONS SCHOOL
Kyle Holcroft - Utility A recent addition to the IMBRL playing staff who has suffered from a string of leg injuries during his amateur career. Attempted to make a comeback with IMBRL in 2005 but was then injured again against the Donkeys. Looks to have a promising 2006 in front of him having recovered to full fitness. A fine player to have in any squad due to his wealth of experience gained at Woolston Rovers. Can play in a range of positions both in the backs and forwards.
Jonathan Knight - Centre / Second Row Joined IMBRL in 2004 as a full-back before taking a break from the team due to work commitments. Returned in 2006 looking stronger than ever and was immediately placed in the pack that faced Wigan. Has also been utilised at centre for IMBRL and is equally at home in all positions. A strong runner and good defender who offers the side some good utility value.
Matt Lawton – Centre Matt made a big impression from centre in 2005 adding a fine array of tackling techniques to his armoury. Originally utilised for his pace Matt’s big hits ensured very few opponents wished to wonder his way. A quick player and good in the loose. Started 2006 with a very big bang indeed after he registered a hat-trick of tries in the draw against Crosfields at Hood Lane. SPONSORED BY FRIARS COURT
Rick Lenihan – Wing Sonic made his “full contact” debut at the age of just 15 for the club in 2005 and never looked back following impressive performances against both Castleford and Leigh. Confident when returning the ball and a keen tackler. Correctly named Most Improved Player in 2005. His experience gained whilst playing prop at junior level has ensured a smooth transition to open age rugby.
Steve Lenihan – Half Back A former Crosfields junior player, Steve has matured into a fine half-back and is currently a main stay of the successful Priestley College side. Has also had trials with Ireland students and looks set to be an influential player both now and in the future for IMBRL. A player who is particularly useful to the side thanks to his fine kicking game and great footwork meaning that he is a handful for opponents to tackle.
Matt Lister – Prop Matt is the clubs good guy who personifies everything that IMBRL is about. Has improved on a regular basis, year in, year out and showed some of his good go forward skills in 2005. On his day can be a big hitting defender and continues to work on all aspects of his game in training. Particular improvement has been seen in his tackling game at the start of 2006.
Richard Liversidge - Centre A player who took to the game late in the day but who has since responded in fine IMBRL spirit. Has played at both centre or second row for the team and has improved his game greatly since joining up. One of the main reasons why the social side of the club still remains in a healthy state of affairs.
Tom Mahoney - Wing Having just returned to Warrington from University, Tom has settled in well to the side and the overall IMBRL ethos. Made his debut for the club in 2006 against Wigan and then went straight into the starting thirteen at full-back against Crosfields. Has also managed to mix it up with the big boys despite his small frame.
Mark Moore – Second Row Alongside Paul Arnison, Mark helped greatly re-build and shape the IMBRL ethos and the club following the departure of Steve Nixon to Warrington Ladies at the start of 2005. Got the nod from the players as their new coach of choice following his experience of coaching within the ranks at Crosfields Juniors. Continues to pull on the boots too and did well on the field as well as off it in 2005.
Liam O’ Brien - Full Back Youngster Liam joined IMBRL for the 2005 campaign and was an instant success at full-back, which has been a problem position for the club in recent years. Good under the high ball and a fine one on one defender. Over time Liam has developed into a fine attacking player with a great step and also represented Bank Quay Bulls “A” in NWC6 during 2006.
Keith Ryan - Prop Keefy has been with IMBRL since the onset and also has some useful experience whilst playing the game at amateur level in St Helens. A big prop forward who can also off-load in the tackle. His fiery approach and pride in the shirt help put opponents on the back foot. SPONSORED BY MR MARK FEARNLEY
Ashley Whitfield – Wing A regular with IMBRL since the onset of the team in 2003 and another who enjoys social rugby. Ash always puts in everything to the cause and is a loyal clubman. One of very few players who attempts to attend every training session and has shown steady improvement year in year out. Did particularly well for Warrington A in the 2005 tackle tournament at Crosfields.
John Williams – Second Row A player of immense power and strength who is a real hand full both in attack and defence. Could well have made it big within the game but opted for a more lasting career. Named Player of the Tournament at the 2005 event at Crosfields an award which was voted for by fellow peers.