Magic idea to take Super League to Manchester, says Bradford Bulls boss Mick Potter

7:10am Friday 25th May 2012 in Sport Photograph of the Author By Ross Heppenstall, Bradford Bulls Reporter

Brett Kearney is hoping to be passed fit after an ankle injury Brett Kearney is hoping to be passed fit after an ankle injury

Mick Potter is convinced the Magic Weekend in Manchester will prove a resounding success as the Bulls go in search of a derby double over Leeds.

Potter’s men beat the Rhinos in stirring fashion at Odsal on Good Friday and are now eyeing another scalp over their sworn enemies at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday.

After previous Magic Weekends in Cardiff and Edinburgh, Potter reckons taking the event to the game’s heartlands is a smart move as Bradford seek their first Magic Weekend victory over Leeds.

“I think the Etihad Stadium could be a really good one for rugby league,” he said.

“Manchester is a fantastic city to go out in.

“It’s not necessarily a rugby league town but there will certainly be a lot of rugby league people there this weekend.

“What’s fantastic about our game is that the fans mix.

“One fan could be in a Bulls jumper and another in a Leeds jumper but they will have a good bit of banter, a beer together and they will enjoy going to watch the match.

“They will be parochial towards their team and that will be the end of it.

“I think that's something for our game to cherish and the banter between fans of opposing clubs is great.”

Potter is looking forward to visiting the home of the newly-crowned Barclays Premier League champions.

“It’s a fantastic stadium from what I hear,” he added.

“I’m not really into soccer but I played a bit when I was a kid and enjoyed it.

“I must admit, I flicked on the final game of the Premier League season when Manchester City beat QPR to win the title.

“It was an exciting finish and I think a finish like that is a dream come true for any sports fan and governing body.

“If you think that’s how your season could end, with goals being scored in different games, it makes for a great finale.”

Potter is boosted by the availability of John Bateman after suspension for Sunday’s derby clash and is hoping that Brett Kearney (ankle) and Adrian Purtell (hamstring) are passed fit.

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scandanavian's love child52 says...
8:09am Fri 25 May 12

Well, for what its worth I think it should be cancelled, the team playing widnes are more or less guaranteed 2 points which could be the 2 point difference that determins finishing place. Scrap it.

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bctomuk says...
8:21am Fri 25 May 12

I must admit, I totally agree with MP here!

I've never been interested in going to Cardiff or Edin'gh for the magic weekend. But 6 of us are off on Sunday to support the bulls...2 people who never been to a game before.

Prices are excellent too. £15 (£7.50 kids) when bought from bulls for 4 matches on Sunday inc Bulls v Leeds and Wigan v Saints!

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berlin12 says...
8:31am Fri 25 May 12

Using Mick's own words it would be magic to have some news re the financial situation by now. Fed up of the "filler" articles this week. An interim bit of info. would be much appreciated if that is possible?
Apart from that, really looking forward to the match this weekend, hoping Purtell and Kearney are back as well.

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The only way is up !!!! says...
9:04am Fri 25 May 12

in regards to the top comment weather we had the magic weekend or not the game would still be played so the result would be the same so think befor u type. and i rally think we will do the job this weekend leeds are easy put off there game this season there 2 busy arguing with he ref and complaining. coyb

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The Whole Truth says...
9:45am Fri 25 May 12

scandanavian's love child52 wrote:
Bingley you cannot educate pork lad.
No you can't, but you can certainly eat it, by the truck load, judging by your type fiiting Argie shirt.

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scandanavian's love child52 says...
10:12am Fri 25 May 12

The Whole Truth wrote:
scandanavian's love child52 wrote: Bingley you cannot educate pork lad.
No you can't, but you can certainly eat it, by the truck load, judging by your type fiiting Argie shirt.
A type fitting Argie shirt ? Must do better Woodside Warrior . As I said you cant educate pork

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scandanavian's love child52 says...
10:14am Fri 25 May 12

The only way is up !!!! wrote:
in regards to the top comment weather we had the magic weekend or not the game would still be played so the result would be the same so think befor u type. and i rally think we will do the job this weekend leeds are easy put off there game this season there 2 busy arguing with he ref and complaining. coyb
As Bingley pointed out the game is an extra fixture so NO would not have been played.

HTH

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Tricky Dicky says...
10:27am Fri 25 May 12

Some sides have no natural "derby" opponents for this gimmick event to raise the game's profile. Nice easy matches for Warrington, Huddersfield and Catalan. But the Bulls are more likely to beat Leeds than Salford at the moment so we shouldn't be too unhappy about the fixture scheduling.

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scandanavian's love child52 says...
11:00am Fri 25 May 12

And if the bulls fail to make the 8 by a point having lost to leeds in this fascical weekend what would be peoples response ?

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Bingley Bull says...
11:14am Fri 25 May 12

scandanavian's love child52 wrote:
And if the bulls fail to make the 8 by a point having lost to leeds in this fascical weekend what would be peoples response ?
Well said love child 52!
And another thing!! Has anyone seen the officials for the game? Ben Thailor reffing - not too bad, I think he's a good ref. But video ref is Ganson!!!
With all the history around his dubious calls, what are the RFL thinking? Or not thinking! They do keep shooting themselves in the foot don't they?

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Prycey says...
11:47am Fri 25 May 12

This weekend is all about opinions. If you don’t like it then it is farcical. If like me you are going on Sunday and are going to enjoy a full day of great sport in a fantastic stadium for a few quid and still be home for tea followed by a pint (or two) in my local, then it is a great idea. Would I rather play Widnes there? No I wouldn’t as I am going purely for an enjoyable day out and Leeds are the only team for me to see us take on. The points will take care of themselves later in the season. Sunday is a fun, rugby filled day out – which is what sport is all about. If we lose and then miss out on the top 8 by a point then so be it. I still watch the Bulls for fun and entertainment before doing it as a business venture. I say to all Bulls fans get yourself there with a saaaani and pint in your hand and have a great day out and take a day off from bickering with each other on here.

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nosher says...
12:49pm Fri 25 May 12

The bickering on here is caused by that dirty Rhino, known as TBC and several aliasis. I hear is going to spain for the next 3 days on the p**s. That should give us a few days off. Obvious where his priorities are, a pound bottle of Carlsberg wins over watching the rhinos every time lol

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Bone_idle18 says...
12:59pm Fri 25 May 12

It'd be better to have fist v second, third v fourth etc, so you have a chance of widening or closing gaps in the table. All teams then have something to play and both teams should be pretty well matched.

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dibsy says...
1:48pm Fri 25 May 12

Prycey wrote:
This weekend is all about opinions. If you don’t like it then it is farcical. If like me you are going on Sunday and are going to enjoy a full day of great sport in a fantastic stadium for a few quid and still be home for tea followed by a pint (or two) in my local, then it is a great idea. Would I rather play Widnes there? No I wouldn’t as I am going purely for an enjoyable day out and Leeds are the only team for me to see us take on. The points will take care of themselves later in the season. Sunday is a fun, rugby filled day out – which is what sport is all about. If we lose and then miss out on the top 8 by a point then so be it. I still watch the Bulls for fun and entertainment before doing it as a business venture. I say to all Bulls fans get yourself there with a saaaani and pint in your hand and have a great day out and take a day off from bickering with each other on here.
I am going on Sunday purely because I am A Bulls supporter.But to be honest it makes me laugh when most of the players are complaining of too many games, then at the end of the season when international games are played all the English players are complaining they are too tired and this is why we cannot compete with Australia.My opion is that we play each other twice and thats it.

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barbarian mike says...
2:42pm Fri 25 May 12

Off on Sunday and can't wait. I love the magic weekend, not just to watch bulls, but to pay the amount u do to watch top flight rugby is more than worth it. I enjoy watching the other games too, almost as much as watching the Bulls! Should be a cracker with the weather predicted as sunny aswell! COYB!

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scandanavian's love child52 says...
2:47pm Fri 25 May 12

I believe tbc no longer frequents the forum and his only alias is viking62 but his posts are few and far between to be fair and usually nonsensical. Nosher are you going to the magic weekend ?

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theviking62 says...
3:07pm Fri 25 May 12

Tut, tut, tbc, I never go away, we all know who you are. No use in hiding the fact. I will post on here. When the t n a, extractus digitus, and remove you. But they won't, they would rather have their site run by you trolls. Is there any wonder people are stopping posting on here. By the way those who know me, know I'm not the troll. But they know you, shelf and potter for the sack, are. I also understand that a group of hackers are very close to closing you down for good. But no doubt your friends at the t n a will help protect you as they do now. One last time you are the lowest of the low, utter scum.

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scandanavian's love child52 says...
3:28pm Fri 25 May 12

I am pretty sure the hackers as you call them will not be able to access my account and if they did your admission would leave you in the firing line with the police. There are no abusive posts or threats from me lad only you so why would this fine publication ban me ? Just a thought troll.

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The Whole Truth says...
3:30pm Fri 25 May 12

scandanavian's love child52 wrote:
The Whole Truth wrote:
scandanavian's love child52 wrote: Bingley you cannot educate pork lad.
No you can't, but you can certainly eat it, by the truck load, judging by your type fiiting Argie shirt.
A type fitting Argie shirt ? Must do better Woodside Warrior . As I said you cant educate pork
So grammar's not my strong point. So what? By the way I'm not from Woodside unlike you, rhino.

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scandanavian's love child52 says...
3:40pm Fri 25 May 12

I am pretty sure you live in a bit of a rough area but pretend its nice. Good luck to you and one day you may just get that postcode you have always dreamt of.

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theviking62 says...
3:41pm Fri 25 May 12

All I said re hackers, was, I heard that a group of hackers were trying to close you down. No abusive posts from you, how many do you want to see. People have been saving them. Why should t n a ban you, god you must be thick, you have done nothing but disrupt, in all your various guises, this forum.

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theviking62 says...
3:42pm Fri 25 May 12

All I said re hackers, was, I heard that a group of hackers were trying to close you down. No abusive posts from you, how many do you want to see. People have been saving them. Why should t n a ban you, god you must be thick, you have done nothing but disrupt, in all your various guises, this forum.

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scandanavian's love child52 says...
4:28pm Fri 25 May 12

Yeah yeah I got it the 1st time viking62tbcnoshermum
by

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beowulf kicks ass says...
4:35pm Fri 25 May 12

scandanavian's love child52 wrote:
Yeah yeah I got it the 1st time viking62tbcnoshermum

by
du tut ingenting, men søppel, hver gang du åpner munnen folk innser hvor lite du vet om rugby. alle vet du er virkelig tbc, og at din kunnskap om fotball er like dårlig ...

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theviking62 says...
4:38pm Fri 25 May 12

Wow, I now am more than one person posting on here. Half the posters. You, poor, sad, person. Billy no mates.

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scandanavian's love child52 says...
4:57pm Fri 25 May 12

Dont worry viking I will be your friend you can let go with the imaginary friend routine.

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theviking62 says...
5:16pm Fri 25 May 12

Once again you fail to understand the post. I was referring to you as billy no mates. I would rather watch rhinos, tthan call you friend. To those going to Manchester, you'll need plenty of suntan cream, temp for both days 77F. Hope you all enjoy the weekend.

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scandanavian's love child52 says...
5:21pm Fri 25 May 12

Are you going viking ? Make yourself known and I will buy you a drink my friend.

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Nosmoking says...
5:23pm Fri 25 May 12

Tbc, child52, sorry not spoken to you for a couple of days. Jut one question, will you be at magic weekend and where are you sitting. Reserved or unreserved. Everyone meeting at pub near ground. Hope to see you there. Billy no mates, what's it like being without friends, something I'm never short of.

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scandanavian's love child52 says...
5:30pm Fri 25 May 12

I am in unreserved seating as it wont be full. I will be one wearing rugby top.

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theviking62 says...
5:40pm Fri 25 May 12

Mary's , about 1200hrs, Sunday, I have my name/number on my shirt. Introduce yourself, I will be with one or two others.

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scandanavian's love child52 says...
5:56pm Fri 25 May 12

Your shirt says viking62 ? Will look out for you my friend and we can discuss the finer things in life and your aliases.

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theviking62 says...
6:05pm Fri 25 May 12

Tbc, I'd rather drink southern beer than drink with you. Quite a few people would love to talk to you re ALL YOUR aliases. Don't ty to kid a kidder. But will still look out for you, at the Etihad and in pub. You won't have a shirt to put all your names on, will you.

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beowulf kicks ass says...
7:01pm Fri 25 May 12

scandanavian's love child52 wrote:
Dont worry viking I will be your friend you can let go with the imaginary friend routine.
2 lbs boneless skinnfrie kyllingbryst
1/2 kopp matlaging sherry
salt
hvit pepper
1/3 kopp hakket frisk persille
2 ss smør
1/2 kopp kremfløte
1 kopp kylling sjy
1 kopp gjetost ost, strimlet
persille (til pynt)

Veibeskrivelse:

1
Skjær kyllingen i porsjon store biter, gni kyllingen med salt og pepper.
2
Brown kylling i smør på alle sider.
3
Legg buljong og sherry til brunet kylling. Reduser varmen, dekk og småkoke i 45 minutter, til kyllingen er mør.
4
Fjern kylling til en visning tallerken og hold varm.
5
Tilsett persille og fløte til stekefettet. Bring til en småkoke under omrøring, og kok til sausen er redusert til ca 1 kopp.
6
Rør i ost og stek bare til den er smeltet. Hell sausen over kyllingen og server pyntet med persille.

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Nosmoking says...
7:20pm Fri 25 May 12

Tbc, da kuma yadda kuka ya ce ba da bijimai Majiɓincinku fi ni. Yawan sulba, Janar shara, ya aiko da wannan dandalin ya fi ni. Ko da yake na ji, da Injamina a ta da yawa su ba da amsa, da na wurgar ka da har abada ne.Nn

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theviking62 says...
7:51pm Fri 25 May 12

Beowulf, is u die naar Etihad op Zondag gaan, als zo in Mary ds, of ongereserveerde plaatsing samenkom.

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theviking62 says...
7:59pm Fri 25 May 12

Beowulf, TBC, undrar vad helvetet pågår. Tbc, du är en fattig ursäkt för en människa och då sådan som du är ömkas. Någon dag, när du lämnar skola, eller får ett jobb, kanske du inser felet av dina vägar.

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scandanavian's love child52 says...
8:19pm Fri 25 May 12

Think viking62 aka tbc and his imaginary friends needs a drugs test. Keep looking over your shoulder in marys lad.

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