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#131: Willie Peters Leaves? Hull KR Future & Easter Rivals Preview
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Apr 1, 20261:20:18
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In this week’s episode of the League Express Podcast, Editor Martyn Sadler and Host Jake Kearnan are joined by former Rugby League coach and BBC pundit John Kear to break down all the latest Super League news and action.
The trio discuss the major story of the week — Willie Peters signing on as the inaugural PNG Chiefs head coach — and what it means for Hull KR moving forward. They debate whether the announcement could become a distraction, how quickly the club should appoint a successor, and which coaches could be in the frame for one of the biggest jobs in the game.
They also assess Brad Arthur’s future, react to the headline signing of Roger Tuivasa-Sheck joining Wakefield, and pay tribute to Geoff Burrow.
To round off the episode, Martyn, Jake and John preview the highly anticipated Easter Weekend rivalry fixtures, analysing the key match-ups and what fans can expect from one of the biggest weekends in the Rugby League calendar.
🔑 Topics covered:
- Willie Peters named PNG Chiefs head coach
- Impact on Hull KR and potential distraction
- Who could replace Peters at Hull KR?
- Brad Arthur’s future
- Roger Tuivasa-Sheck signs with Wakefield
- Tribute to Geoff Burrow
- Super League Easter Weekend rivalry preview
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