Jenna and Jon are back for one more episode of the year looking back at the best bits of The Bench in 2024.

From Wigan's dominance to impressive seasons for Salford and Hull KR, there was plenty to talk about on the pitch. But as ever, there were loads of highlights off it too, including Sam Tomkins' decision to come out of retirement, Paul Lakin's flip-flop obsession, and just who exactly the Huddersfield Giants mascot is modelled on!

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Sam Tomkins is back with Jenna and Jon to look ahead to the Grand Final! But now you know the result, will their predictions have come true? Sam also updates us on his playing future, and we have our final (possibly!) 'on and off' the bench of the season. 

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Just before Hull KR's play-off semi final, Jenna and Jon sat down with their captain Elliot Minchella for The Bench.

They discuss being a leader, being yourself and Elliot's unusual route to the top of Super League. 

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Former England captain and Catalans Dragons' Sam Tomkins is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. 

Sam reviews his season with Catalans, who missed out on the top 6 and the Superleague playoffs. He also discusses his own playing future and if a second retirement is imminent.

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Former Warrington star and soon to be St Helens assistant coach Lee Briers is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.

Lee talks about his experiences in the NRL with the Brisbane Broncos, what he has learned while coaching some of the world's best players and what his hopes are for St Helens when he joins the club as an assistant coach for the 2025 Super League season.

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Luke Robinson joins Jenna and Jon on this week's episode of The Bench, to discuss his appointment as Huddersfield Giants' Head Coach on a permanent basis. Luke is open and honest about the challenges of recruiting and retaining players, and he explains about his 'will to win' - especially at snakes and ladders!

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Former England and Wigan second-row and now head coach of Wigan Warriors Women, Denis Betts is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.

Denis chats about his playing career which included leading England out for a World Cup final at Wembley, and how a new approach to fitness gave his side the edge in the 1990s.

Plus, Denis describes how he's taken to his new role as the head coach of Wigan's women's side and how a back to basics approach has improved their game.

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Hull KR chief executive Paul Lakin is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.

With Rovers enjoying a successful season, Paul tells us how they're already planning for 2026 and explains some of the processes behind their player recruitment.

Plus, Paul talks about his close working relationship with head coach Willie Peters and reveals his love of flip-flops!

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Former England captain and Super League legend Jamie Peacock is the guest on this week's episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon.

Jamie talks about his incredible achievements during his playing career and describes his post-playing role of being a motivational speaker.

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St Helens full-back Jack Welsby is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.

With Jenna away presenting The Hundred, Jon and Jack are joined by Sam Tomkins who lifts the lid on his decision to come out of retirement and return to rugby league.

Jack tells us about his hamstring injury and how his rehab is going, and Jon asks which Olympic sports they could all compete in... dressage anyone?

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