12, John Allen Check out our other selections from different eras in Swinton Lions history below. Mick Adams Mick Adams was a part of the 'Cup Kings' era at Widnes where he made 415 appearances for the club at second row or loose forward in the 1970s and early 1980s. You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. News, information and updates from Swinton Lions Rugby League Club 15 Macauley Hallett Hurricanes were playing some exciting rugby and they added their second try four minutes later when a nice kick by Wilkinson was finished off well by winger Desmond Appiah-Kubi in the right corner, but Stead was unable to convert. 22 Andrew Badrock The new ground could accommodate much larger crowds and the staging of a couple of County matches added to Swintons growing reputation. Swinton offered Leigh the option of a ground share at Station Road in June 1991 but they turned it down. 13 Louis Brogan MATCHFACTS 18 Liam Cooper By then Swinton had reluctantly joined the fledgling Northern Union, albeit a year after the new codes formation in 1895. Unfortunately the football club would not grant Swinton a ten-year lease which would be required to enable much needed funding to bring the ground up to standard. However, in October 1871 the club decided to join the recently formed Rugby Football Union under the title "Swinton & Pendlebury FC". Sin-bin: Moran (70) Interference Hurricanes then had a chance from a Lions error at the restart but lost the ball on the second tackle. 9 Elliott Windley Note:Won promotion & premiership double in 1987, No.4, Steve Snape 3 Matt Welham Gigg Lane, Bury (1992-2002) A short move to the more palatial Chorley Road ground in 1886 enabled the club to develop further. RFL re-structuring then left the Lions in the third tier for season 2015, and at this point the former Leigh Chairman, John Roddy, accepted the role of Chairman. International front-men Fred Butters, Joe Wright and Tommy Armitt, not to mention the legendary Martin Hodgson who had now emerged as one of the finest second-row forwards the game had ever seen, guaranteed that further Championships were won in 1931 and 1935. Lions' directors managed to call upon the support of local businessmen. Other than an annual challenge against the local Lancashire Rifle Volunteers from 1869, the only games played were amongst the club's own membership. 2 Desmond Appiah-Kubi Note: Captained Div 2 Championship team in 1985, SWINTON LIONS 44 Kick-started by Frank Myler, and continued by Jim Crellin, we soon rose from also rans to Champions! 29 Anthony Dyne IMPORTANT NOTE: These records are calculated based only on the data available in the Rugby League Project database. Malcolm Billingham, Goals: Stead The club came under the stewardship of chairman, John Kidd and fellow directors Paul Kidd (chairman's son), Dave Roberts and Ben Jones. Started October 13, 2022, By 28 Callum Hughes Sin-bin: Moran (70) Interference In its heyday it boasted a capacity of 60,000, although with a record attendance of 44,621 for a cup semi-final in 1951 this was never really tested. 3 Jake Spedding The only remaining director Steve Wild set about assembling a new board and plotting an alternative strategic course, whilst Head Coach Stuart Littler provided stability for the players and coaching staff. Referee: Matthew Lynn Attendance: 458 Peter Roe quit as coach of Swinton Lions in September 2003, after less than a year in charge. 20 Morgan Burgess Why can't we discuss Leighs rebrand? It was on 20th October of that year that members of Swinton Cricket Club (which had just completed its first season) decided to keep themselves amused during the winter months by playing football. Cas Stadium Revelopment - could it be this time? Gav Wilson Swinton Lions Player Issue Rugby League Full Zip Jacket - Size XL - New. Joe mainly plays as a full-back, but is also effective elsewhere in the backs. Matt Welham then went close for the visitors before Myles Harrop added the next Lions try in the corner, but this went unconverted. A 1965 semi-final defeat to Wigan proving the closest Swinton came. http://www.swintonlionstales.co.uk/index.php/site/view_gallery/8. Goals: Gregson 6/8 Since 2013 the club have played at Leigh Sports Village and in the same year while the land at Agecroft remained a dream, Dr. Marwan Koucash announced his intention to build a stadium for the club on the old St. Ambrose Barlow playing fields behind the Town Hall. He played at representative level for Great Britain, England and Lancashire, and at club level for Swinton, as a stand-off, or scrum-half, i.e. However, what it also had was a staggering number of local junior teams from which the club drew its talent. 12 Mitch Cox Ian Watson took over as player-coach. Rugby union (pre-2 June 1896), and rugby league footballers who have played for Swinton Lions (Swinton 18661996). toowooba been breeding ground both here in toowooba and nationally . Note: Twice promoted 1985 & 1987 & Division 2 Premiership 1987, No.5, Derek Bate 10 Kieran Moran This week we look at the 1960s. 17 Matt Bailey A move from their Burying Lane pitch to another at Stoneacre (close to the White Lion pub where the club now moved its headquarters and the players got changed) gave rise to the famous Lions nickname, which is one of the oldest in British sport. Results. Started December 9, 2022, Copyright 2022 League Publications Ltd Position (s) Shortly afterwards, Swinton were forced out of Gigg Lane by the financial problems of their landlords, Bury F.C.[4]. Initially under Frank Myler, and then under Jim Crellin, the Lions briefly threatened a revival during the 1980s. Swinton had remained a major force, as evidenced by their club-record four players - Buckley, Stopford, Gowers and Dave Robinson - on the 1966 tour to Australia and New Zealand. Swinton won the Lancashire Cup again in dramatic style against Widnes in 1940, but thereafter the War curtailed the promise of further progress. The Lions step-up into the Championship proved as difficult as imagined, but many creditable performances under Steve McCormack and later Gary Chambers kept the club in the middle tier between seasons 2012 and 2014. Tries: Lowe (4), Eaves (11), Dyne (16,34), Harrop (22), Badrock (52), Bedfordshire Bronco We did some research on Joe and then asked him to join us for pre-season training. | Dark Mode, Like us on Facebook This was decided at a meeting held in the old school rooms of St Peters, and the club immediately established its headquarters at the Bulls Head. A brief one-year tenure at the Willows in 2011 saw the Lions pick-up their first silverware in 25 years when captain Lee Wingfield held aloft the Championship One winners trophy. Where not all appearances are available, figure is displayed in a light grey colour. 18 Liam Cooper Are there any members on here that are into Swinton Heritage players? Louis Brogan was held up on ten minutes but on the next tackle Gregson put in a measured kick for Josh Eaves to chase and score and Gregson converted this one too. 6 days ago News Lions mourn loss of Stan Laing 2 weeks ago News Hooker Josh Eaves joins the Lions! The sale of Station Road because of bad debts and the move to Gigg Lane,Bury in 1992 did not prove the success the management had imagined and the forced departure from Bury in 2002 broughtthe club back to within one mile of the Swinton and Pendlebury border, when home games were played at Moor Lane home of a local amateur football club Salford City. The 1980s, the decade when we emerged from the doldrums to become a top end Second Division side, inter-dispersed with a fair share of memorable triumphs! Hodgson still holds the long distance penalty goal world record with a kick of 77yards (at the Athletic Grounds, Rochdale Hornets, in April 1940). A brief one-year tenure at the Willows in 2011 saw the Lions pick-up their first silverware in 25 years when captain Lee Wingfield held aloft the Championship One winners trophy. Concentrating on a youth policy and training methods beyond his era, Evans began to model an exciting, young Swinton team. I have recently started the impossible task of trying to find every player that played a first team game for Castleford. 15 Macauley Hallett 28 Callum Hughes 14, Jeff Brown 12 Conner Gilbey In March 1929, a 22,000 thousand crowd saw the Lions defeat Wigan in the first match on new turf. The only sad aspect being that this team never received the credit it deserved simply because ill-fortune ensured that they never appeared at Wembley. It's easy! 21 Jonny Openshaw We did some research on Joe and then asked him to join us for pre-season training. The Swinging Sixties, a glorious period in the history of Swinton RLFC. By [13], Updated: 13 December 2021Source(s): 2022 Squad Numbers. During the autumn of 2009 director Paul Kidd stood down as head coach and moved to his new role as director of rugby. This rise in stature was surprising because Swinton and Pendlebury was a tiny colliery village with a few cotton mills, but it had a large number of local junior teams from which the club drew its talent. Where not all appearances are available, figure is displayed in a light grey colour. 20 Morgan Burgess Swinton were saved from liquidation by a consortium headed by former chairman Malcolm White in January 1993. Note: Promoted three times in 1985, 1987, 1991 & won Div 2 Premiership 1987, No. 23 Chris Cullimore Rugby League World Gift Card (UK Only) From: 15.00; Rugby League World - Subscription From: 13.00; League Express Gift Card (UK Only) From: 30.00; League Express - Subscription From: 25.00 An era of new optimism and new confidence, fast entertaining rugby league and an abundance of rising stars! The link below will show you a gallery of Swinton team photos. Started 52 minutes ago, By Started December 20, 2022, By Rugby union (pre-2 June 1896), and rugby league footballers who have played for Swinton Lions (Swinton 1866-1996). 3 weeks ago More Articles Meet the Team Rhodri Lloyd Second-Row / Centre The Lions were on the attack straight from the kick off when Hurricanes carried the ball dead to put the putting pressure on the line and Mitch Cox had a try disallowed in only the second minute for a knock on in the build-up, but they did open their account two minutes later when trialist Joe Lowe burst over the line from short range and Nick Gregson converted. The only sad aspect being that the team never received the credit it deserved simply because ill-fortune ensured that they never appeared at Wembley. FEATURED. Picking a team of the 1980s is not easy, but after applying a minimum of 40 appearances to qualify for selection, weve suggested the following as a starter for debate: No. This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies. 5, Johnny Stopford Appearances: 298 Tries: 195 Goals: 1 The highlight during this period was a run to the Championship One play-off final in 2006, following epic victories at Featherstone Rovers and Celtic Crusaders. 393 talking about this. Cornwall have signed George Mitchell from rugby union landlords Penryn. numbers 11, 12 or 13 during the era of contested scrums. 14 Josh Eaves The Northern Union was then split into two county leagues, Lancashire and Yorkshire. On 2 October 2022, Swinton achieved promotion from League 1 back to the championship after beating Doncaster 16-10 in the playoff final. The 25-year-old attended a trial at the League One club in November and . By This soon became a favoured ground for major fixtures such as Test matches, Challenge Cup semi-finals, Lancashire Cup finals and Championship finals. Started December 9, 2022, Copyright 2022 League Publications Ltd Swinton won the Lancashire Cup against Widnes in 1940, but thereafter the war curtailed the promise of further progress. He was immediately replaced by former player and assistant coach Stuart Littler. 6 Ben Stead This meteoric rise in stature was made all the more remarkable by the fact Swinton at this time was nothing more than a tiny colliery village with a few cotton mills. The former Great Britain captain, Mike Gregory was the head coach of the club between 1998 and 2001. It was in the October of that year that members of Swinton Cricket Club (which had just completed it's first season) decided tokeepthemselves amused during the winter months playing "football". In July 2017 after a very poor season on the field and serious financial problems off it, coach John Duffy departed and took a new coaching post with Featherstone Rovers after their man in charge, Jon Sharp left his post. What constitutes being a supporter of a club ? He comes to us highly recommended, and Head Coach Allan Coleman will be looking to assess his capabilities ahead of our league opener against Newcastle Thunder on 5th February. Swinton went on to win promotion to the Co-operative Championship as Champions of Championship 1. We will see how things go during the remainder of our pre-season and then sit down with Joe ahead of the start of our league campaign., Heywood Road, Sale, M33 3WB | info@swintonlionsrlfc.co.uk | 07932 500 731, Copyright Swinton Lions 2023 | Privacy Policy, Created by Rugby League World Cup England 2021. The Championship (Swinton's 6th) was retained in style 12 months later. The most famous of these Victorian sportsmen was Jim Valentine - still arguably the most famous "Lion" that ever lived and who served Swinton for the best part of 20 years. Please note that the numbers below are based on data contained in the RLP database, and may not be accurate. The Lions took control again on fifty-two minutes when Gav Rodden sent out a short pass for Andrew Badrock to score on the right, but Gregson was unable to convert this one. 23 Joe Lowe Bryn Evans (25 November 1899 10 July 1975) was an English professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1920s and 1930s. The most famous of the Lions Victorian sportsmen was Jim Valentine, still arguably the most famous Lion that ever lived and who served Swinton for 21 years from 1883. With Salford moving to a new stadium in Barton, Eccles, Swinton set up a ground-share with Leigh in the Co-operative Championship for the 2012 season and onwards whilst they await permission to build their own ground at Agecroft.[6]. MIDLANDS HURRICANES 10 numbers 11, 12 or 13 during the era of contested scrums. 3 Matt Welham Joe still has family in the Wigan area, and was looking to develop his immediate rugby career in England, and having done his research felt that the Lions were a potential fit for both himself and the club. 23 Chris Cullimore 15 Macauley Hallett David "Dave" Robinson (birth unknown) is an English former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1960s and 1970s. He played at representative level for Great Britain, England and Lancashire, and at club level for Folly Lane ARLFC [1] (in Pendlebury), Swinton and Wigan, as a second-row or Loose forward, i.e. Goals: Stead Note: Won promotion in 1991, No. Hodgson would terrorise the Australians on the 1932 and 1936 Ashes tours, and in 1940 he kicked a world record penalty kick from 77.75 yards at Rochdale. But following a difficult start, a sequence of five straight wins gave the Lions a degree of comfort. Valentines finest hour came when he led his Lions to a Challenge Cup Final success over bitter rivals Salford at Fallowfield in 1900. 1908 Graham Williams (28 July 1944 1 July 1994) was an English professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1960s and 1970s, and coached in the 1980s. Appearances: 91, Tries: 10, Goals: 94, ", playing their first game at Burying Lane against Eccles Standard. By the time Britain emerged from the storm clouds Swinton had apparently lost their way. Joe Lycett shreds 10,000 after David Beckham ignores his ultimatum MEN Frontpage Sport Rugby League Rugby League Swinton Lions to build new stadium at Agecroft and finally return home. [1] The club has won the Championship six times and three Challenge Cups. More. Started January 10, By Initially under Frank Myler, and then under Jim Crellin, the Lions briefly threatened a revival during the 1980s. Although the Lions won a fourth and final Lancashire Cup in 1969 the die was cast, and by the time two divisions were introduced in 1973, Swinton found themselves out of the top flight. Allan Coleman replaced Stuart Littler as Head Coach, and began overhauling the squad in an attempt to win promotion back to the Championship in season 2022. Many thanks. In 1886, they moved to Chorley Road. Even in an era where the rules of the game ensured much tighter matches, these players could create a try from any position on the field. [10] As a result of the opposition the re-brand plans were shelved and almost the entire board resigned on 12 September 2019, leaving sole remaining director Steve Wild in charge to re-structure the club. The popular but ultimately disastrous reign of Tony Humphreys followed in the early period of 2002. 10 Kenny Baker Ken Gowers, John Speed, Bobby Fleet, Alan Buckley, Johnny Stopford, George Parkinson and Graham Williams. Financial crisis followed financial crisis and only the sale of the main stand saved the club from closure during 1917. Sign up for a new account in our community. Cox (71), Hughes (75) Throughout the 1920s the Lions got better and better until at last they won their Lancashire Cup in 1925 before recapturing the Challenge Cup in 1926. Left Club/Did Not Play. Then, having gone three years undefeated in the mid 1870s, culminating in a ground-breaking victory over the great northern establishment club, Manchester, the Lions gradually sought a tougher fixture list. By By the time Britain emerged from the storm clouds Swinton had apparently lost their way. Appearances:47, Tries:6, Goals:0 To view matches in which a player appeared, click the List button. 10 Kieran Moran Calum is 27 years old and has been a stand-out performer for the Ince Rosebridge club in the National Conference League Division 1 over recent seasons. by AAP. Jacob Smillie, former Swinton Lions rugby league player, in action at the NFL International Combine. Gains. Started January 11, By Whilst the fans and other individuals and organisations were rallying round in extraordinary fashion to save the club from financial disaster, Littler was able to guarantee the clubs Championship status with another crucial home win this time against Oldham right at the end of the season. steve wild, Calum is 27 years old and has been a stand-out performer for the Ince Rosebridge club in the National Conference League Division 1 over recent seasons. 17, Alan Derbyshire Appearances:152, Tries:12, Goals:0 Throughout the 1920s the Lions got better and better until at last they won their first Lancashire Cup in 1925 before recapturing the Challenge Cup in 1926. 3 Jake Spedding Under the guidance of Veivers performances and result improved significantly and the Lions finished in a promotional playoff position. Started January 11, By [11], In the 2021 Championship season, Swinton finished bottom of the table and were relegated after winning only two matches for the entire year. 2 Mike Butt 11 Rhodri Lloyd 1 Dan Abram (NU) On 26 September 2010, former Barrow coach Steve McCormack was confirmed as the head coach for the 2011 season with Ian Watson and Marlon Billy continuing in their roles as assistant coaches. 14 Jack Dawson The Lions finished strongly with firstly Cox crossing the line on seventy-one minutes after a nice pass by Kenny Baker and Gregson converted this one too, and Gregson turned provider for the last try with a superb, measured kick to the left corner which was finished off superbly by trialist Callum Hughes and Gregson capped off his day with a touchline conversion and an impressive display by the Lions. In all, 19 internationals, 5 Championship finals, 17 Lancashire cup finals, 4 Premiership finals and 30 Challenge Cup semi-finals were played on the famous Station Road turf. Subs (all used) Welham then scored the Hurricanes opener when Richard Wilkinson sent out a looping pass for him to score in the corner and Ben Stead converted. This week we look at the 1980s. Note: Promotion & Premiership double 1987, No. Gary, a teacher at Harrop Fold School in Walkden. Hurricanes were playing some exciting rugby and they added their second try four minutes later when a nice kick by Wilkinson was finished off well by winger Desmond Appiah-Kubi in the right corner, but Stead was unable to convert. HURRICANES He also represented Lancashire on one occasion in 1991. Tries: M.Welham (28), Appiah-Kubi (56) In its heyday it boasted a capacity of 60,000, although with a record attendance of 44,621 for a cup semi-final in 1951 this was never really tested. 21 Dan Coates In 1878, the club ventured into Yorkshire, and was soon travelling throughout England taking on opponents including Oxford University. Leigh Centurions this morning announced that they were greatly saddened to learn of the passing of former player Billy McAtee at the age of 65. Craig Bellamy (rugby league) Gavin Bennion Ilias Bergal Edmund Beswick Brad Billsborough Albert Blan Ian Blease Mark Bourneville Andy Bracek Jim Brady (rugby league) Joe Bretherton Chris Bridge Danny Bridge Chris Brockbank Sam Brooks (rugby league) James Brown (rugby league) Alan Buckley (rugby league) Owen Buckley Walter Bumby Jordan Burke 3, Paul Topping Another Hurricanes error on sixteen minutes presented the Lions with a chance to score and they took it when Anthony Dyne crossed in the left corner and again Gregson converted. 13 Louis Brogan 29 Anthony Dyne 5 Callum Dunne But a further financial crisis at the end of 2013 saw the departure of chairman, John Kidd, and the club was rescued by a new consortium which initially comprised of director David Jones and the Supporters Trust. Championship 1991/92. (Merged Threads), The five greatest rule changes in Super League history. Jughead became chairman of Past Players' Association 635: Doug Clarke: 29 September 1962: 30 November 1963: . It all became to fruition in 1963 when, under the shrewd captaincy of Albert Blan, the Lions completed the final 18 games of a 30 match league calendar undefeated to walk away with the Championship. It all became to fruition in 1963 when, under the shrewd captaincy of Albert Blan, the Lions completed the final 18 games of a 30 match league calendar undefeated to walk away with the Championship. Total Rugby League The period leading up to the Great War was not particularly auspicious for the Lions. The Lions were on the attack straight from the kick off when Hurricanes carried the ball dead to put the putting pressure on the line and Mitch Cox had a try disallowed in only the second minute for a knock on in the build-up, but they did open their account two minutes later when trialist Joe Lowe burst over the line from short range and Nick Gregson converted. Debuts. Since then a new Board of Directors has been assembled, which has subsequently taken ownership of the company. The foundation of Swinton Rugby Club can be traced back to 1866. 4 Sam Richards In a tense Challenge Cup Final they squeezed past Warrington 53, and three weeks later the Holy Grail was achieved when they comfortably eased past Featherstone Rovers 110 to take the Rugby Football League Championship. They were coming strong again and once again ball handling let them down at the last tackle, but Wilkinson kept probing to get his side over the line. A move in 1873 from a field off Station Road to another at Stoneacre (close to the White Lion pub where the players got changed) gave rise to the famous "Lions" nickname, which is one of the oldest in British sport. By then Swinton had reluctantly joined the fledgling Northern Union, albeit a year after the newscode's formation. Appearances:148, Tries:75, Goals:3 Swinton's first match was against a club called Standard from Eccles, and within 4 or 5 years the team became virtually unbeatable in the Manchester area and beyond. 1 Dan Abram (NU) 9 Elliott Windley Swinton have finalised plans for a new stadium and announced a short-term move to Sale's Heywood Road ground. 5 Callum Dunne Appearances:100, Tries:38, Goals:0 14 Jack Dawson A new company, Swinton Lions Rugby Club, was set up to remove problems with shareholdings from the previous administration. In 194142, Swinton abandoned the Lancashire League due to the Second World War and did not return until the 194546 season. Looking back, although the club did spend a season at the highest level in 1991-92, Swinton's last real moment in the spotlight was their Second Division Premiership final win at Old Trafford in 1987. 25 Scott Parnaby Hurricanes then had a chance from a Lions error at the restart but lost the ball on the second tackle. LIONS In addition, some 40 Lions gained RU representative recognition wearing the red rose of Lancashire. Jack Spencer (born 21 December 1990) is a former rugby league footballer who last played for Swinton Lions in the RFL League 1 . The Lions produced an eight-try performance in a very competitive warm up game in which the Hurricanes showed they will have a promising season with some good play. Only a loss to Sheffield Eagles denied the Lions the opportunity of promotion to National League One. Although Peter Roe coached the Lions to promotion to the middle tier in 1996, subsequent significant investment by Bury FC owner, Hugh Eaves, in 1997 achieved only a disappointing play-off defeat, and eventually the football club forced the Lions out in 2002. 12 Mitch Cox 13, Les Holliday Another Hurricanes error on sixteen minutes presented the Lions with a chance to score and they took it when Anthony Dyne crossed in the left corner and again Gregson converted. During the season, on 25 May 2010, Paul Smith announced his resignation from his head coach role and left to play for Leigh. but had folded in 1953 through lack of players. Position (s) Note:Twice promoted 1985 & 1987 & Div 2 Premiership 1987, No. Only a financial crisis had insured Swinton's defection from the Union to which they had hitherto been staunchly loyal. The Lions backline of the early 60s still rolls off the tongues of those who witnessed them in full flow. In May 2009, John Kidd announced that he hoped to be in a position to apply for planning permission from the local council by the autumn. Cas Stadium Revelopment - could it be this time? Last modified: Tue, 17 Jan 2023 17:39:02 +0000, 2005-2023 Shawn Dollin, Andrew Ferguson and Bill Bates. Losses. The Lions took control again on fifty-two minutes when Gav Rodden sent out a short pass for Andrew Badrock to score on the right, but Gregson was unable to convert this one. 2 Mike Butt The Lions scored 18 tries in a club record 764 victory. (Merged Threads), The five greatest rule changes in Super League history. Station Road itself was also recognised as one of the finest grounds in the Rugby League. Their protests were renewed when a match was staged there between a Manchester XIII (Salford and Swinton players) and the New Zealand tourists in September 1961 and the idea was subsequently dropped. Moor Lane, Salford (2002-2004) 25 Scott Parnaby However, the predicted return date of spring 2012 proved to be a somewhat optimistic and premature forecast. Appearances:182, Tries:39, Goals:28 11 Sam Bowring The financial failure of major creditor and de facto owner Hugh Eaves in 2002 put the future of the club in jeopardy, the chairman and benefactor Malcolm White resigned. Hurricanes made a good start to the second half with pressure on the Lions line helped by a couple of penalties that got them down field but again the crucial pass went to ground, before Dom Flanagan came close to scoring for his side but lost the ball as he reached for the line. 39.99. In addition to the Championship Trophy, the Challenge Cup, the Lancashire League and the Lancashire Cup; Swinton won a fifth cup, the Salford Royal Hospital Cup, which was competed for by Salford, Broughton Rangers and Swinton. 1960-61 Lancashire Cup winner against Swinton: Daniel Latham: 1895 1 0 0 0 0 28 prop: Doug Laughton . Not to mention a second promotion and a Divisional Premiership title at Old Trafford under the guidance of Bill Holliday and Mike Peers. 0.99. By the end of the 1970s the club had hit rock-bottom, even though Station Road continued to host semi-finals and finals. Supporters are excited about the proposals to bring the home into the heart of its community. 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