Rugby league legend Hanley to present Challenge Cup

[josie andrews]

http://www.wigantoday.net/sport/rugby-l ... -1-8713955

[endoman]

Probably mean more to the players to have the black pearl present it than the ginger prince. Did think harry might show up in his first year in office, probably got Polo on somewhere instead.

[shaunedwardsfanclub]

Probably mean more to the players to have the black pearl present it than the ginger prince. Did think harry might show up in his first year in office, probably got Polo on somewhere instead.

Come on Endoman that is a cheap comment! Harry has my utmost respect, how many on here have fought in the world's most inhospitable places?

[moto748]

Come on Endoman that is a cheap comment! Harry has my utmost respect, how many on here have fought in the world's most inhospitable places?

What, Leeds?

[endoman]

Yes it's a cheap comment, but valid. He's frequently pictured at Twickers and I know he has a similar role with the RFU. Just a shame he's not there, especially as RL has such an affiliation with the forces etc. Seen him once at something at Headingley for kids.

[cow yeds]

Hanley wouldn't be my pick, good player but shadowy life off the pitch.

[morley pie eater]

Probably the best rugby league player of all time.

Agreed.

As to Harry Hewitt, everyone's entitled to their opinion. I'm fiercely proud of RL as part of my northern heritage. Telling the public schoolboys where to get off in 1895, and fighting their prejudice in the press, in the forces and in the corridors of power for 122 years since then puts our sport above any other imo.

[Billgreenwoodsson]

Shadowy life off the pitch????? what on earth is that supposed to mean?? His private life/my private life/your private life is of no concern or business whatsoever of anyone on here at all!!!! If you have something to say, say it and, if not, keep your gob shut. One question --- would you face to face say that to Mr Hanley? If not you are way out of order.

[jobo]

Suppose presenting the trophy imo is a honour within itself, so to have an all time great being honoured with the task is the right thing to do.

I like it.