Presented at the Sporting Heritage Conference September 2023 Open publication full screen
Rams Anthem 2015
The Rams became the first club in British Rugby League to have their own, bespoke, recorded ‘anthem’ to be played at the ground on match days – recorded by Gawthorpe Brass ‘85 who adapted and renamed the traditional “She wore a yellow ribbon” to create “The Amber Ribbon”. An original version, written and arranged especially for the Rams, was recorded … Read More
Ties
Ties have always been the official wear of the clubmen at Dewsbury. Here are our collection, donated to the club by Harry Laybourne.
Energy Costs
Midway through 2008, Dewsbury were affected by a hike in energy costs – just as in 2023, the impact of a failed energy supplier took its toll on club finances. Having budgeted £1500/ month on energy bills, they were unexpectedly faced with £3500/ month – as a result spending on the team was curbed ahead of the 2008 season starting.
1996 Financial Crisis 4
After the redundancies, squad clear out and negotiations with creditors, in early 1996 a rescue package was presented to the club’s creditors. This would eventually be backed by the Inland Revenue, but the club was in a perilous state. The Reporter launched a “pledge a pound” campaign locally – donations came from all sectors of the RL family – former … Read More
1996 Financial Crisis 3
After the redundancies, squad clear out and negotiations with creditors, in early 1996 a rescue package was presented to the club’s creditors. This would eventually be backed by the Inland Revenue, but the club was in a perilous state. The Reporter launched a “pledge a pound” campaign locally – donations came from all sectors of the RL family – former … Read More
1996 Financial Crisis 2
After the redundancies, squad clear out and negotiations with creditors, in early 1996 a rescue package was presented to the club’s creditors. This would eventually be backed by the Inland Revenue, but the club was in a perilous state. The Reporter launched a “pledge a pound” campaign locally – donations came from all sectors of the RL family – former … Read More
1996 Financial Crisis 1
After the redundancies, squad clear out and negotiations with creditors, in early 1996 a rescue package was presented to the club’s creditors. This would eventually be backed by the Inland Revenue, but the club was in a perilous state. The Reporter launched a “pledge a pound” campaign locally – donations came from all sectors of the RL family – former … Read More
1995 Tax Debts 3
The perilous state of Dewsbury’s finances was publicised in November when a £330000 tax penalty was revealed and legal action being taken by suppliers. As a member’s club, the situation was complex – with members potentially being liable individually or severally for a share of the bill. Early in 1996, the club was named “ The worst managed club in … Read More
1995 Tax Debts 2
The perilous state of Dewsbury’s finances was publicised in November when a £330000 tax penalty was revealed and legal action being taken by suppliers. As a member’s club, the situation was complex – with members potentially being liable individually or severally for a share of the bill. Early in 1996, the club was named “ The worst managed club in … Read More