The Bulls' pre-season schedule has been confirmed with an early run-out at Dewsbury kicking them off next month.

Steve McNamara's squad head to the Rams on Sunday December 30 (3pm) before visiting Super League rivals Wakefield Trinity Wildcats on Friday January 4 (8pm).

Up next is Paul Deacon's testimonial clash against Wigan Warriors at Grattan Stadium on Sunday January 20 (3pm) before they complete their preparations with a derby against Keighley Cougars at Cougar Park a week later.