SWINTON Lions have parted company with head coach Stuart Littler.

The Lions gave Bulls a bloody nose in pre-season, beating them in a friendly at the Tetley's Stadium, but they have had a nightmare in the Championship so far, losing all 14 games they have played.

That included a gripping encounter with Bradford at Heywood Road in May, which John Kear's side narrowly won 23-22.

Announcing Littler's departure on their website, Swinton said: "The Board wishes to acknowledge that Stuart Littler has been an outstanding servant to Swinton Lions over the past six years.

"He is a top-quality coach and a thoroughly decent human being.

"This season Stuart has had to contend with an unprecedented injury list, but we are in a results driven business, and the Board felt that the time had come for a fresh approach.

"We are sure that all Swinton fans will join us in thanking Stuart for his service, professionalism and work ethic, as we wish him nothing but the best in the future.

"Assistant coach Allan Coleman has agreed take over first team affairs until the end of the 2021 season, at which point the head coach position will be reviewed."