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Hornets will look to bounce back this weekend against fellow title contenders North Wales Crusaders, but must do so without up to ten first teamers.

Alex Trumper sustained a serious injury in the defeat to South Wales, with damage to his knee and what could be a tibial spinal fracture. He awaits a scan but fears are that his season could be over.

Davies and Llewellyn suffered knocks (knee and thumb respectively) in the same game, with Davies ruled out for the weekend and Llewellyn rated as 50/50.

Jordan Case continues to struggle with a tight hamstring but it is hoped acupuncture and further assessment at training tonight will see him set to return.

Frodsham is definitely ruled out, however, as he struggles with a hamstring problem

Thompson and Lloyd have struggled this week with illness, although Lloyd will feature this evening for the u20s at Keighley.

Sutton, Ratu and Donoghue are still unavailable (shoulder, ankle, knee) but are expected back in two to three weeks.

Due to a late cancellation, there are limited places left on the pre match "Peritos N 'Press" dining event.

The dinner starts at 1/1.30 and includes a two course meal, main match ticket and a bottle of Kingston Press in the main lounge, all for £20.

Booking is essential and it is first come, first served, so book now on 01706 648004, info@hornetsrugbyleague.com

The board room will be open for 2013 members (on production of your members card) with access to complimentary tea/coffee and team sheets from 12.30, with a pre match visit from a member of the coaching staff.

For visiting fans/non members, the bar in the sponsors lounge will be available, with access via the turnstiles and then the entrance just above the players tunnel, from 12.30.The main bar will be open from approximately 14.45 and at half time/post match.

The Dale Bar, which is an external pub, will also be open pre match for both home/away supporters.

If you have any special requests or queries, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

Squad Update
There have been a few changes to the first team squad since the start of the season.

Jayden Sandford and Owen Livesey have returned to the amateur game with Wigan St Pat's and Pilkington Recs respectively, after finding first team opportunities limited.

Similarly, Paul Brearley left midway through pre season to return to Mayfield. Another early leaver was Andy Taylor, who has since returned on a casual basis after a break from the game.

Simon Atherton left Hornets pretty early on in the season after being offered a place on a BARLA tour.

Barry Clarke and Will Chadwick have both left the club to increasing commitments outside of the game. Barry Clarke has left to join the forces.

Under 20s in Action
Matt Calland's u20s travel to Keighley tonight (7.30ko), looking for their second win of the season.

Lewis Sheridan again looks to star as he continues his push for a first team shirt. Benji Lloyd and Andy Ainscough will also be looking to press for a first team berth.

Squad: Lloyd, Kavanagh, Whalley, Maskew, Ault, J Bradbury, Roberts, Shaw, Sheridan, Boardman, Mulchay, Ainscough, R Bradbury, Lockwood, Taylor, Olivieria, Hannon, Simper.

The under 20s will be training on Wednesday evenings, 6.30pm at Spotland, starting this week, and any members are welcome to attend.

The first team will also be training at the stadium, on Friday evenings or Saturday mornings.