News

New kick-off time for Sunday's trip to Midlands Hurricanes

Following a request from Midlands Hurricanes, Sunday's trip to Avery Fields in Round 20 of the Betfred Championship will now start at the slightly earlier time of 1pm, rather than 2pm as originally advertised.

14 Jul 2026

Join us for our Hornets BBQ

Supporters are invited to join us for the club’s annual Hornets BBQ, taking place on Saturday 11 July.

2 Jul 2026

Lewis Hatton commits for 2027 season

Rochdale Hornets forward Lewis Hatton has agreed a new one-year deal which will keep him at the club until at least the end of the 2027 season.

1 Jul 2026

Report: Goole Vikings 20-14 Rochdale Hornets

Rochdale Hornets fell to their third successive defeat in all competitions, losing 20-14 at Goole Vikings in Round 18 of the Betfred Championship.

29 Jun 2026

Junior Sa’u on career milestone and crunch Goole clash

Rochdale Hornets centre Junior Sa’u has spoken of his pride after reaching the landmark of 350 career appearances against Newcastle Thunder last weekend.

26 Jun 2026

Chairman Andy Mazey's mid-season update

Chairman Andy Mazey has provided a mid-season update for Rochdale Hornets supporters, on several topics including board and ownership strengthening.

25 Jun 2026

Glenn Kershaw joins board of directors

Rochdale Hornets are delighted to announce the appointment of Glenn Kershaw to the club’s board of directors.

23 Jun 2026

Report: Newcastle Thunder 66-0 Rochdale Hornets

High-flying Newcastle Thunder ran out comprehensive 66-0 winners in Round 17 of the Betfred Championship, in what was a disappointing afternoon on the road for Rochdale Hornets.

22 Jun 2026

ICON Sports giving you the chance to win big this Superhero Day

Our friends at ICON Sports are giving you the chance to win big this Superhero Day!

17 Jun 2026

Entries open for inaugural Superhero 7’s

Rochdale Hornets are excited to announce details of the club’s first-ever Superhero 7’s Festival, as part of this year’s Superhero Day celebrations.

17 Jun 2026

Report: Widnes Vikings 52-0 Rochdale Hornets

Widnes Vikings booked their place in the 1895 Cup final with a resounding 52-0 win over Rochdale, with nine different names on the scoresheet in a 10-try rout.

15 Jun 2026

New date for trip to Dewsbury Rams

Rochdale Hornets' trip to Dewsbury Rams in the Betfred Championship will now take place on Wednesday 19 August.

13 Jun 2026

Young outside back Alex Chippendale joins Hornets

Rochdale Hornets have completed the signing of talented outside back Alex Chippendale on a permanent deal.

12 Jun 2026

2026 Superhero kit now available to pre-order

Rochdale Hornets’ limited edition 2026 Superhero-themed kit is now available to pre-order.

12 Jun 2026

Details confirmed for Superhero Day 2026

Superhero Day makes its grand return to the Crown Oil Arena this August, as Rochdale Hornets host Whitehaven in the Betfred Championship.

11 Jun 2026

Championship clubs agree key Salary Cap changes for 2027

Betfred Championship clubs have agreed the make-up of a stricter Salary Cap to be brought into the competition from 2027.

10 Jun 2026

Report: Keighley Cougars 22-34 Rochdale Hornets

Rochdale Hornets picked up their first win at Cougar Park for five years with a dominant performance against Keighley.

8 Jun 2026

Ex-NRL front-rower joins Hornets

Rochdale Hornets have completed the signing of prop forward Mark Ioane on a deal running until the end of the 2026 season.

3 Jun 2026

Report: Rochdale Hornets 36-32 Swinton Lions

Rochdale Hornets produced a stirring second-half fightback to claim the bragging rights over local rivals Swinton Lions, running out 36-32 winners on a sweltering day at the Crown Oil Arena.

25 May 2026