Referees named for Super League round 8 including Leeds Rhinos v Huddersfield Giants, St Helens v Hull FC

Referee appointments have been confirmed for Super League round eight.

Chris Kendall will referee Leeds Rhinos for the fourth time in nine competitive matches when they take on Huddersfield Giants at AMT Headingley on Friday. Marcus Griffiths is the video referee.

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Kendall is one of only three referees to take charge of a Rhinos game this season, alongside Aaron Moore (three times) and Jack Smith (twice). Other appointments for this weekend’s Betfred Super League fixtures are:

Referee Chris Kendall. Picture by Ed Sykes/SWpix.com.placeholder image
Referee Chris Kendall. Picture by Ed Sykes/SWpix.com.

Friday, April 19: Wigan Warriors v Castleford Tigers - James Vella (video Aaron Moore); St Helens v Hull FC - Tom Grant (video Liam Moore). Saturday, April 20: Warrington Wolves v Leigh Leopards - Liam Moore (video James Vella); London Broncos v Salford Red Devils - Aaron Moore (video Liam Rush); Catalans Dragons v Hull KR - Jack Smith (video Ben Thaler).

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