KEIGHLEY Cougars have joined a new dual-registration partnership with high-flying Super League club Warrington Wolves.

The collaboration will see Warrington’s younger stars receive valuable game-time in what promises to be a competitive League One season.

Cougars chief operating officer Steve Watkinson is delighted with the partnership.

He said: “Jake (Webster, Keighley's head coach) and I spent some time at Warrington last season and my first thanks must go to Gary Chambers, Sam Burgess and all the support staff at Warrington for their time and the access they have kindly given us.

"Both Jake and I have come away from those meetings with a lot of ideas from the fabulous set-up at Warrington and have already started adapting and implementing some of those ideas within our group.

Watkinson added: “There’s a lot of synergies between the two clubs and this feels like a great fit for us.

"It’s really refreshing to see such young talent coming through at Warrington and it’s great that Gary and Sam both see Keighley Cougars as a place for that talent to be nurtured.

"Internally, we’ve been working really hard on our environment and I believe that is a reflection of this partnership.”

Warrington Director of Rugby Gary Chambers said: “We’re excited to start a dual reg partnership with Keighley for next season. They’re a very well-run and ambitious club who are on the up.”

“It’s another option for our younger players, along with Widnes, to gain first team experience in a tough league and competitive environment.”

Cougars also confirmed the remainder of their pre-season fixtures with two games scheduled for January at Cougar Park.

First up on January 12 is the visit of Chris Thorman’s Newcastle Thunder and then seven days later will see the visit of West Yorkshire neighbours Halifax Panthers.

Home debuts for Tanē Bentley, Harry Bowes, Leo Aliyu, Oliver Whitford and Brad Holroyd could be on the cards.

Tickets for both fixtures are on sale online now with prices locked in from last year.

Dining and Match Sponsorships for both matches are available – to discuss email steven@cougarmania.co.uk

As a thank you to those who have already signed up for a 2025 “Moments” Membership, Cougars are offering a £3 discount on tickets to the Newcastle and Halifax friendlies.

Fans will be emailed with further instructions on how to redeem the discount.