Alker and Parker head to Trafford Centre Fans’ Day

January 19, 2010 by Paul Mc

The Salford City Reds duo of Malcolm Alker and Rob Parker will be amongst a host of superstars at The Trafford Centre, Manchester this Saturday (January 23) for the second Engage Super League Fans’ Day.

The event, which kicks off a 2pm on the main stage of the Centre’s Orient refreshment area, will feature live music, player interviews and the Engage Super League ‘Super Fan’ competition which aims to find Rugby League’s most knowledgeable fan.

Hosted by BBC Radio One presenter Mark Chapman, who is better known to listeners of the Scott Mills show as ‘Chappers’, the event will give supporters an opportunity to have their picture taken with both the Engage Super League trophy and Carnegie Challenge Cup and meet a number of club mascots..

Chapman will be questioning both Alker and Parker about Salford’s prospects ahead of Engage Super League XV which kicks off on Friday January 29 when Crusaders host Leeds Rhinos at Wrexham’s Racecourse Ground.

Phil Williams, the RFL’s Marketing Manager, said: “Last year’s event at The Trafford Centre was a great success and was attended by thousands of people.

“This Saturday we’ve got more players, more trophies and more opportunities for supporters to meet their heroes and win tickets to October’s Grand Final at Old Trafford.

“It promises to be a great day out for all the family.”

Mark Chapman said: “One of the great things about Rugby League is that it’s so personable. Very few sports would be able to get so many leading players to meet and greet fans so close to the start of a new season.

“If you want to meet one of your heroes or get your picture with one of Rugby League’ stunning pieces of silverware then this is the event to be at.”

Following the event, all players will be available for 45 minutes to sign autographs and have pictures taken with supporters.

In addition a number of clubs, including Salford, will be having promotional stands within The Trafford Centre where by supporters can learn more about ticket offers and buy merchandise. Located on Central Peel Square these stands, which include one dedicated to May’s Magic Weekend in Edinburgh, will be open from 10am.

The Engage Super League Fans’ Day takes place on Saturday January 23 when the on-stage action will kick off at 2.00pm and will continue until 4.00pm. Free parking is available at The Trafford Centre.

For updates in the build-up to the event visit www.engagesuperleague.co.uk