New deal as Addy aims to cement Bradford Bulls position (From Bradford Telegraph and Argus)
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New deal as Danny Addy aims to cement Bradford Bulls position
7:00am Saturday 27th October 2012 in Sport
Exclusive By Ross Heppenstall, Bradford Bulls Reporter
Danny Addy puts pen to paper on a one-year deal watched by Bulls owner Omar Khan
Danny Addy has signed a new one-year deal with the Bulls and spoken of his desire to secure a regular spot in Francis Cummins’ side.
The home-grown 21-year-old was deployed in the halves, at hooker and in the back row without ever being a regular position last season.
Having agreed a contract to stay at Odsal for next year, Addy is keen to nail down a place in the side – preferably at loose forward, which could open the door for Jamie Langley to be used as a front-rower.
Addy, who made his Bulls debut against Dewsbury in the Challenge Cup in 2010, is delighted to extend his stay at the club, despite rumoured interest from elsewhere.
“Franny and I spoke this week and he told me that he wants me playing in the back row,” he said.
“I think that’s my best position; loose forward or second row. I would be more than happy to do a job there week in, week out.
“Franny played a big part in my decision to sign a new deal. He played a major role at the club last season as assistant coach and I like him a lot.
“What he said convinced me that this is the club I definitely want to be at for a while now.
“I’m absolutely delighted to have signed a new contract. I believe there was interest from a few clubs but I never actually spoke to anybody.”
Addy admitted his versatility probably worked against him at times, even though it has proved useful for his coaches.
“I came up through the ranks at Bradford as a loose forward but I’ve not had many chances to play there,” he said.
“Hopefully I’ll be able to train there week in, week out and play there this coming season.
“I’m at the age now where I want to be playing as many games as I can.
“I don’t just want to be playing because other people are injured. I either want to start or be there or thereabouts every single week.”
Cummins is delighted that Bradford have been able to retain Addy for next season. “He is a very talented player who, whilst he does offer great utility value, should be looking to be more position-specific next season,” said the Bulls coach.
“I’m looking for Danny to put his hand up and stake a claim for a place in the back row next year.”
Pontefract lad Addy travels to training every day with Langley and says the Bulls’ longest-serving player is someone he admires.
Addy said: “Langers plays in my favourite position of loose forward. He’s a good role model for me and we’re quite good mates too.
“I travel with him every morning and I look up to him in a way. There’s a lot I can learn from a player of his quality and experience.”
Comments(29)
nosher
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9:12am Sat 27 Oct 12
topbombing
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9:27am Sat 27 Oct 12
nosher
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9:37am Sat 27 Oct 12
Tricky Dicky
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9:51am Sat 27 Oct 12
bulljim
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4:10pm Sat 27 Oct 12
He and Nas could be starting props, Scruton needs a big year and also Chev did quite well in that role at the back end of the year too. Still feel we need a few more props to bolster the squad and a nasty second row to replace Elima to ease the pressure on Bateman and Whitehead would be good too.
Also have Olbison and possibly Donaldson as options too!!
Can't wait for new season, will be ordering my season ticket next week too!!
murphyslaw
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4:19pm Sat 27 Oct 12
Shelfrhino
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9:53pm Sat 27 Oct 12
I can tell you as a Rhino's fan I am not envious at all..nor will fans of the Hull clubs, Wakefield, Huddersfield.
Cas maybe a bit envious, but all the other Yorkshire clubs bigger than you are just laughing, massive announcement my arris.
COME ON VIKING, WHERE ARE YOU?
nidge
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10:59pm Sat 27 Oct 12
theboss1234
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8:30am Sun 28 Oct 12
Sheffieldbull
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8:58am Sun 28 Oct 12
Shelfrhino wrote:Goodness me, you are are an impatient little chap aren't you Timmy. I think you'll find that my friend Viking is NOT the one who will be making the announcement so you'll just have to wait a little longer. Haven't you got any other toys to play with? Maybe you could go and play some Crazy Golf with your 'pretend' buddy.
Is this the "massive announcement" that viking was saying would make the rest of SL envious?
I can tell you as a Rhino's fan I am not envious at all..nor will fans of the Hull clubs, Wakefield, Huddersfield.
Cas maybe a bit envious, but all the other Yorkshire clubs bigger than you are just laughing, massive announcement my arris.
COME ON VIKING, WHERE ARE YOU?
Tricky Dicky
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11:39am Sun 28 Oct 12
murphyslaw wrote:Remember this is the same RFL who put the Bulls through such a tortuous process to salvation then kicked them where it hurt most with a reduction in TV money. This is the same RFL who chose Mr MacNamara because, well, there wasn't anyone better who applied. This is is the same RFL who have managed to have England playing France on successive weeks in England! It also says a great deal about the judgement of certain ex-Bulls in Mr Kopczak and Mr Harris. Who is pulling the strings at the RFL? It would have been far better to mix the English Lions and Knights squads to, at least, get some more competitive game time. The RFL seems to be giving Mr MacNamara everything he wants but I doubt if anyone "down-under", including PNG and Tonga, can only but titter at this pointless exercise.
Another good signing. But what is happening to our beloved game? The RFL need to get a grip. What a farce they put in the TV shop window. A total mismatch in front of a few hundred people. Is there any wonder we are looked down on as a sport and find it hard to attract interest. Disgraceful.
Shelfrhino
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4:08pm Sun 28 Oct 12
theboss1234 wrote:All those clubs have more season ticket holders than your small club.
Excuse me SelfRhino but we all know the Bulls are one of the BIGGEST CLUBS in the league, everybody with any credibility agrees!! Unfortunately the tiny clubs of Wakefield, HULL KR, Castleford, Huddersfield (joke club), will be jealous. Go away little idiot!
When will it sink in that you are not a big club, and why do you refer to Huddersfield as a joke club? They have more fans, more history than your sad outfit, oh and they pay their bills, unlike the rat breeders :)
Sheffieldbull
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5:14pm Sun 28 Oct 12
Shelfrhino wrote:Are you for real, we've sold more tickets to date than your little club.
theboss1234 wrote:All those clubs have more season ticket holders than your small club.
Excuse me SelfRhino but we all know the Bulls are one of the BIGGEST CLUBS in the league, everybody with any credibility agrees!! Unfortunately the tiny clubs of Wakefield, HULL KR, Castleford, Huddersfield (joke club), will be jealous. Go away little idiot!
When will it sink in that you are not a big club, and why do you refer to Huddersfield as a joke club? They have more fans, more history than your sad outfit, oh and they pay their bills, unlike the rat breeders :)
I know you've only been watching the game for 5 minutes ( Whino glory supporter, 3rd class) but you don't half spout some crap. If it wasn't for your ignorance you'd have nowt would you Timmy? Lets not have any tears before bedtime Timmy, you've been 'dry' now for a while. Keep it up.
theviking62
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7:10pm Sun 28 Oct 12
VJ Man
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7:47pm Sun 28 Oct 12
theviking62 wrote:Oh, there you are, still waiting that announcement that will make the rest of super league jealous......
Huddersfield, Giants in name only. Do not have the crowds we get week in week out. Sold far less season tkts than us,so far. What I call a bridesmaid team, never going to be the bride. No record as such in super league, never will have. Pay their bills, yes, but their owner has said no more out of his pocket, they have to get it through the gates. No chance. As to not being a big club what planet are you on. Oh, I know planet Tiny Tim. You have a poor understanding of the history of the game. I'll just ask two questions, who was the first team to play in three consecutive Challenge Cup Finals. What was the original nickname of your club.
theviking62
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7:50pm Sun 28 Oct 12
Shelfrhino
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8:16pm Sun 28 Oct 12
VJ Man wrote:He's changed his mind, it's tomorrow now, not Saturday as he said on Friday.
theviking62 wrote:Oh, there you are, still waiting that announcement that will make the rest of super league jealous......
Huddersfield, Giants in name only. Do not have the crowds we get week in week out. Sold far less season tkts than us,so far. What I call a bridesmaid team, never going to be the bride. No record as such in super league, never will have. Pay their bills, yes, but their owner has said no more out of his pocket, they have to get it through the gates. No chance. As to not being a big club what planet are you on. Oh, I know planet Tiny Tim. You have a poor understanding of the history of the game. I'll just ask two questions, who was the first team to play in three consecutive Challenge Cup Finals. What was the original nickname of your club.
Viking, why would I want to know the answers to those silly questions you asked.
Here's one for you.
How many times can an adult pair of rats breed in a year?
theviking62
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8:37pm Sun 28 Oct 12
Still don't get it do , it's big and you'll be eating egg for a longtime. Now go away Tim, stop insulting people you don't know.
Regarding your question, would that be the black rat or the brown rat.
theviking62
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8:49pm Sun 28 Oct 12
Black rat, female produces 5/6 litters per year between 5/10 young.
Blue and yellow rats, nobody has done a survey so far.
moomooland
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9:29pm Sun 28 Oct 12
VJ Man
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9:41pm Sun 28 Oct 12
theviking62 wrote:On the meths again I see.
A female rat can give birth 5 times per year averaging between 7-14 in a litter. Theses figures are for the brown rat.
Black rat, female produces 5/6 litters per year between 5/10 young.
Blue and yellow rats, nobody has done a survey so far.
theviking62
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9:48pm Sun 28 Oct 12
bullybullman
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6:32am Mon 29 Oct 12
theviking62 wrote:They call us Rats didnt see many Bulls supporters jump ship ! wonder if that would have been the same if Leeds were in trouble ?
You'll see. As to rats I don't know how often Leeds supporters breed/inter breed. Judging by your posts inter breed is the most likely.
Still don't get it do , it's big and you'll be eating egg for a longtime. Now go away Tim, stop insulting people you don't know.
Regarding your question, would that be the black rat or the brown rat.
Capabull
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10:53am Mon 29 Oct 12
Shelfrhino wrote:Hi Tim but Dim have you got your season ticket yet? or are you one of the many Rhino fans not bothering because Leeds only play anything like in the last half dozen matches, so the first 20 or so matches are a waste of money.
theboss1234 wrote:All those clubs have more season ticket holders than your small club.
Excuse me SelfRhino but we all know the Bulls are one of the BIGGEST CLUBS in the league, everybody with any credibility agrees!! Unfortunately the tiny clubs of Wakefield, HULL KR, Castleford, Huddersfield (joke club), will be jealous. Go away little idiot!
When will it sink in that you are not a big club, and why do you refer to Huddersfield as a joke club? They have more fans, more history than your sad outfit, oh and they pay their bills, unlike the rat breeders :)
On past form you need to follow a winning team because if things don`t go your way you start blubbing, so if Leeds aren`t succesful will you be Guisley Warrior or Wolf !!!!
Shelfrhino
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8:18pm Mon 29 Oct 12
Capabull wrote:My dad buys me mine for Christmas, so no I haven't got it yet.
Shelfrhino wrote:Hi Tim but Dim have you got your season ticket yet? or are you one of the many Rhino fans not bothering because Leeds only play anything like in the last half dozen matches, so the first 20 or so matches are a waste of money.
theboss1234 wrote:All those clubs have more season ticket holders than your small club.
Excuse me SelfRhino but we all know the Bulls are one of the BIGGEST CLUBS in the league, everybody with any credibility agrees!! Unfortunately the tiny clubs of Wakefield, HULL KR, Castleford, Huddersfield (joke club), will be jealous. Go away little idiot!
When will it sink in that you are not a big club, and why do you refer to Huddersfield as a joke club? They have more fans, more history than your sad outfit, oh and they pay their bills, unlike the rat breeders :)
On past form you need to follow a winning team because if things don`t go your way you start blubbing, so if Leeds aren`t succesful will you be Guisley Warrior or Wolf !!!!
Looks like plenty of your stay away mob are getting theirs for Christmas as well, or maybe they just aren't bothering. I reckon it's the latter.
Viking, where's the big announcement?
Surely your not waiting for that rag, the sun, to tell you anything worth knowing.
You really are sadder than I thought.
Capabull
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8:39pm Mon 29 Oct 12
theviking62
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8:41pm Mon 29 Oct 12
bradfordbronco
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10:36pm Mon 29 Oct 12
Basically they are club who contribute nothing to the game. They have little away support & the ones who do turn up just call their club Fartown all game. Dont here Wigan fans saying "come on Central Park" or Saints Knowsley Road. Bit like Bulls fans singing about Birch Lane or park avenue!
150 years of rugby football in Bradford next year. That what's real history is. No other RL club can match it. Lets celebrate the anniversary in style. We owe it to the likes of Oates Ingham, who founded the club in 1863, Trevor Foster and all the other greats who have served the club throughout the last 150 years
We might be rebuilding but we're building on long and solid foundations
bullybullman says...
8:45am Sat 27 Oct 12
Play well next season & a three year deal will come your way im sure.
Great news.