Leeds veteran Cummins takes on assistant's role
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.Leeds have promoted their long-serving player, Francis Cummins, to take the place of Brian McDermott, who started work yesterday as the new head coach at Harlequins.
Cummins, 29, played for the club for 12 years before moving on to the coaching staff this season. He now takes over from McDermott as assistant to Tony Smith.
Smith is still hoping to bring over the New Zealand international Clinton Toopi for the rest of the season. Toopi is due to arrive for next season, but the hope is that his club, the New Zealand Warriors, will let him sign before this year's deadline next Tuesday.
Smith has denied any plans to sign Wakefield's David Solomona and Semi Tadulala and Salford's Andrew Dunemann for next season, despite rumours linking them with the club.
The Huddersfield centre James Evans has joined Wakefield on loan for the rest of the season. Under the deal, he cannot play for Wakefield against the Giants on Sunday.
The hooker Tevita Latu, sacked by the Australian club Cronulla after breaking a woman's nose, says he hopes to resume his career in England.
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments