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2 unusual facts about London Broncos


Barry Maranta

The London Broncos made their only Challenge Cup final appearance so far at the old Wembley Stadium in May 1999, Branson relinquished his interest in 2001 and the London Broncos brand was 'retired' in September 2005, becoming Harlequins Rugby League under the ownership of Ian Lenagan.

James Massara

James Massara (born in Hammersmith, London) is the Player Performance Manager at the London Broncos and former head coach of Championship One side London Skolars.


Mark Church

Church has also provided commentary for BBC London in other sports, including the London Broncos Rugby League team, and the old London Racers, formerly of the Elite Ice Hockey League.

Matt Salter

He played for London Broncos in the European Super League, and was in the starting line-up (as a prop forward) for them in the 1999 Rugby League Challenge Cup Final, led out by the club backer at the time, Richard Branson.


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Jon Clarke

Followed his ex-Wigan coach John Monie to London Broncos in 2000, but returned north during the 2001 season when Warrington were forced to sign a hooker on loan to solve an injury crisis.

Wayne Sykes

He was the first local Youth Team player to sign Professional First Team papers for the London Broncos after having trials with Wigan, Hull & York, making 2 First Team appearances.