Show your passion to win Rugby League World Cup tickets
RIVAL rugby clubs and fans joined forces to bring the world cup to Hull by showing their passion for the sport.
Now, supporters are being given a chance to win a pair of tickets to see England take on Fiji at the KC Stadium on Saturday, November 9.
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HEART OF THE MATTER: Councillor Terry Geraghty and Hull KR's Josh Hodgson with Hull FC mascot Airlie Bird and Hull KR mascot Rufus Robin. Picture: Jack Harland
Launched in conjunction with the Mail, fans are being asked to pose for a photograph with the "Why We Want To Be There" photo prop and give their reasons about why they will be at the world cup.
The competition is being launched tomorrow. All fans have to do is send a picture in of themselves showing their passion for rugby league with a caption of why they want to be there via Twitter @hull2013 with the hashtag #BeThereHull or on Facebook Hull 2013: Twice The Passion.
Come and discover the wildlife at Blacktoft Sands nature reserve for just £6. Offer includes entry for 2 adults and up to 3 children, binocular hire and activities for children. Normal value £12.
Terms: Redeem voucher at visitor reception during opening hours, 9am to 5pm. Only, one pair of binoculars per voucher, customers will need to leave car keys as a deposit for binoculars.
Contact: 01405 800024
Valid until: Saturday, June 15 2013
Danny Houghton, of Hull FC, was the England Knights captain last season.
He said: "Having the Rugby League World Cup come to Hull is massive for the city and it's something that I hope the supporters of both Hull FC and Hull KR get behind.
"The two sets of fans are very passionate about rugby league and bringing the World Cup to Hull is no more than they deserve. It's a great opportunity to see some of the best players in the world on our own doorstep.
"As a player now, it's something I really want to part of and I'd love to run out at the KC Stadium in an England shirt to take on Fiji. It would be a very special moment.
"Like every other English player in Super League, I'll be working as hard as I can to push for selection."
Picture ideas include trying to get snapped with your favourite player or with your rugby-mad friends or family.
Fans will also get the chance to use the rugby league We Want To Be There photo prop at various Hull KR and Hull FC games.
Josh Hodgson, of Hull KR, said: "It's a good idea to promote the sport. Everyone knows how big rugby league is here and how passionate the supporters are."
There are just over eight months to go until the start of the world cup, which will see games played at Craven Park and the KC Stadium, and the area used as a base for France and Papua New Guinea.
Councillor Terry Geraghty, Hull City Council's portfolio holder for leisure and tourism, said: "The competition is going to put the city on the world map.
"I also hope it will inspire people to take up sport.
"During the world cup there will be a feel-good factor and I hope the fans will get behind the teams staying here."
The competition will close at 5pm on Easter Sunday, with the winner announced in early April.
5 Comments
by HCAFCscarb
Thursday, February 14 2013, 4:25PM
“Papua New Guinea
28–28
Tonga
The Boulevard, Hull
Attendance: 5,121
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Was that the last time they played a HUGE Rugby League World Cup game in Hull ?
how come no one bothered turning up ?”
by HCAFCscarb
Thursday, February 14 2013, 4:14PM
“Steve 1865
YOU might post under different user names BUT its something i never do.
Its not something that happens on the HDM football threads though obviously
its something you Egg Chasers do...”
by steve1865
Wednesday, February 13 2013, 10:47PM
“kmoon he is not a football fan. he is forest the numpty dobbin. read his posts.”
by kmoon
Wednesday, February 13 2013, 10:12PM
“what a pr@t you are hcfc,typical football fan”
by HCAFCscarb
Wednesday, February 13 2013, 9:25PM
“I might have gone if it was England v Brazil or Germany or Holland or Portugal or Spain or even the USA ....
But come on Fiji !!
Brazil v Germany final is my Tip”