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Andy Mazey: Wigan are the blueprint

Rochdale Hornets chairman Andy Mazey has spoken in glowing terms of the club’s Betfred Challenge Cup opponents Wigan Warriors ahead of the forthcoming and eagerly-anticipated third round tie at the Crown Oil Arena on Sunday 8 February.

2 Feb 2026

Report: Rochdale Hornets 20-14 Workington Town

Rochdale Hornets had to come from behind and battle to a 20-14 win against Workington Town to maintain their unbeaten start to 2026.

2 Feb 2026

2026 Hornets warm-up shirt unveiled

We are excited to unveil our 2026 Rochdale Hornets warm-up shirt, which will be available to buy online from Monday.

31 Jan 2026

Cemetery Hotel becomes official pre and post-match venue partner

The Cemetery Hotel has been unveiled as the official pre-match and post-match venue partner of Rochdale Hornets for the 2026 season.

30 Jan 2026

Outside back Harry Sheridan joins club for 2026

Rochdale Hornets have signed promising outside back Harry Sheridan for the remainder of the 2026 season.

29 Jan 2026

Own a piece of Hornets Challenge Cup history

Rochdale Hornets supporters now have the chance to own a special piece of club history, with memorabilia celebrating the upcoming Betfred Challenge Cup third round tie against Wigan Warriors now on sale.

29 Jan 2026

Young Warrington Wolves forward joins Hornets on loan

Rochdale Hornets have bolstered their pack by bringing in young Warrington Wolves forward Isaac Reid on loan.

29 Jan 2026

Grace Hill joins Hornets Women for 2026

Rochdale Hornets Women have announced the signing of forward Grace Hill for the 2026 season.

28 Jan 2026

Report: Waterhead Warriors 6-60 Rochdale Hornets

A packed house at Waterhead Warriors’ home from home saw Rochdale Hornets advance to the third round of the Betfred Challenge Cup with a comprehensive 11-try victory.

26 Jan 2026

Ticket information: Wigan Warriors (H)

Following Sunday’s victory over Waterhead Warriors in the second round of the Betfred Challenge Cup, we are pleased to confirm ticketing arrangements for our third round tie against Wigan Warriors.

25 Jan 2026

Nuala & Claire Collins sign for Hornets Women for 2026

Rochdale Hornets Women have announced the signing of Niece & Auntie pair Nuala and Claire Collins for the 2026 season.

24 Jan 2026

Ticket information: Workington Town (H)

Tickets are now on sale for our opening home Betfred Championship fixture against Workington Town

23 Jan 2026

The Sportsman to broadcast Betfred Challenge Cup tie against Waterhead Warriors

Rochdale Hornets' upcoming trip to Waterhead Warriors in the second round of the Betfred Challenge Cup has been selected for live coverage on The Sportsman

21 Jan 2026

Molly Udale-Williams re-signs with Hornets Women for 2026

Rochdale Hornets Women back Molly Udale-Williams has agreed to remain with the club for the 2026 season.

20 Jan 2026

Vacancy: Media team volunteers

Rochdale Hornets are on the lookout for volunteers to assist the club's media team during the 2026 season.

20 Jan 2026

Details confirmed for Waterhead Warriors Challenge Cup clash

Details have been confirmed for Rochdale Hornets' trip to Waterhead Warriors in the second round of the Betfred Challenge Cup.

19 Jan 2026

Report: Swinton Lions 8-12 Rochdale Hornets

Rochdale Hornets got their 2026 Betfred Championship campaign underway with a 12-8 comeback win at local rivals Swinton Lions.

19 Jan 2026

Play-off system confirmed for Betfred Championship

As anticipation builds to the first kick-off for the 2026 Betfred Championship season, the RFL have today confirmed the 10-team play-off structure format which will be in place for the end of the season.

16 Jan 2026