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Picture House 77 @picturehouse77.bsky.social · 2d

It's Super League Grand Final week, and on this day in 2011, our #LegendsOfLeague Legend of the Week produced one of the all-time great individual performances to help Leeds defeat St Helens. It's the iconic Rob Burrow. Thanks for the memories Rob 🙏👏👏👏

Caricature of rugby league legend Rob Burrow

Rob Burrow enjoyed a remarkable career with Leeds Rhinos, becoming one of the most beloved players in the club’s history. Despite his small stature, Burrow’s speed, agility, and tenacity made him a formidable opponent. Debuting in 2001, he quickly became a key figure in the Leeds team during their golden era, contributing to eight Super League titles and two Challenge Cup victories. His man-of-the-match performances in the 2007 and 2011 Super League Grand Finals solidified his status as a Leeds legend. Burrow’s courage, both on and off the field, continues to inspire the rugby league community.

Picture House 77 @picturehouse77.bsky.social · 2d

Congratulations! And please keep up the great work!

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Picture House 77 @picturehouse77.bsky.social · 2d

A brilliant end-to-end game with no tries!

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Picture House 77 @picturehouse77.bsky.social · 5d

The dynamic one-handed catch in panel 7 is a thing of wonder

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Davey Jones @daveyjones.bsky.social · 5d

My Sunday evening challenge: first person to post a cartoon which they drew several years ago about Cyril Connolly is the winner. 5-4-3-2-1... I WIN

Cyril Connolly (1903-1974), the English literary critic and author of Enemies of Promise (1938), doing battle with a pram in the hall, and losing.

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Picture House 77 @picturehouse77.bsky.social · 6d

I'm really enjoying my daily dose of Flash Gordon! Delighted to have stumbled across such a cracking strip!

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Picture House 77 @picturehouse77.bsky.social · 6d

Cracking game!

Picture House 77 @picturehouse77.bsky.social · 7d

Next season's Castleford shirt harks back to Alan Hardisty's era of the late 60s.

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Picture House 77 @picturehouse77.bsky.social · 14d

I'm definitely guilty of 'the safety squint'!

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Dave Kellett @davekellett.bsky.social · 15d

COMIC: "Hi, I'm Dave Kellett, and I'm book-smart, world-stupid"

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Picture House 77 @picturehouse77.bsky.social · 17d

Born on this day in 1913, our #LegendsOfLeague Legend of the Week is Widnes scrum half Tommy McCue - a club Hall-of-Famer.
See the full library of legends at Legendsofleague.picturehouse77.com

Caricature of Widnes rugby league legend Tommy McCue

Tommy McCue was a dynamic and influential player for Widnes during the 1930s and 40s. Making his debut with the club in 1931 as a livewire scrum half, McCue quickly made his mark with his game management, elusive running and try-scoring ability. His performances were pivotal in Widnes’ successes during this era, including playing a key role as a try-scorer in the club’s 18-5 victory over Keighley in the 1937 Challenge Cup final at Wembley. A local Widnes-born lad, McCue’s impact with his hometown team over a 17-year career earned him widespread acclaim and a cherished place in the club’s history. His lasting legacy secured his induction in to the Widnes Rugby League Hall of Fame.

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Historic Cricket Pictures @picturesporting.bsky.social · 18d

Jack Russell's beautiful painting of the old Tavern at Lord's hangs in the ground's pavilion, sadly hidden away on the first floor partly obscured by stored TV camera equipment when I last looked. An incredible artist, and this work deserves far more prominence. It is one of my favourites.

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Katie Cook @katiecandraw.bsky.social · 20d

Seeing the Bill Watterson originals full of pencil lines of stuff that didn’t work, scuffs the eraser didn’t pick up, white out galore and more was something I needed to see to remind myself that nothing is perfect the first go and tweaks need to be made and you’re allowed to try again.

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Picture House 77 @picturehouse77.bsky.social · 20d

Terrific book

Picture House 77 @picturehouse77.bsky.social · 22d

Born on this day in 1963, our #LegendsOfLeague Legend of the Week is Lee Crooks. The ball-playing and goal-kicking forward became an instant hero for Hull FC, before being transferred to Leeds for a record fee in 1987.
See the full library of legends at Legendsofleague.picturehouse77.com

Caricature of Hull Rugby league legend Lee Crokks

Lee Crooks was a standout player for Hull FC, known for his strong running, slight-of-hand ball-playing and his exceptional goal-kicking ability. Making his debut as a teenager in 1980, Crooks quickly established himself as a key player, securing the John Player Trophy and Challenge Cup in only his second season. The following year, he bagged a third major trophy at the age of just 20, as Hull FC went on to claim the Championship title. Over his seven year career at the club, he earned international honours and became a fan favourite, before being transferred to Leeds in 1987 for a then world record £150.000 fee.

Picture House 77 @picturehouse77.bsky.social · 22d

Looks fantastic!

Picture House 77 @picturehouse77.bsky.social · 29d

Cracking photo. Always thought New Road looked a beautiful ground after first seeing it in my Cricket '83 Panini sticker album!

Picture House 77 @picturehouse77.bsky.social · 29d

Scarborough Pirates

Picture House 77 @picturehouse77.bsky.social · 29d

With Hull KR all but securing top spot in the Super League table, our #LegendsOfLeague Legend of the Week is Australian Gavin Miller - a mainstay of the last Robins team to win the league back in 1985.
See the full library of legends at Legendsofleague.picturehouse77.com

Caricature of rugby league legend Gavin Miller playing for Hull Kingston Rovers

Gavin Miller was a dynamic and influential player for Hull KR, known for his powerful running and offloading skills as a loose forward. Joining the club in 1984, the Australian international quickly made his mark, becoming a central figure in Hull KR’s pack. Miller’s aggressive style and ability to create opportunities for his teammates were key assets during his time at the club. He played a pivotal role in helping Hull KR win the 1985 John Player Trophy and the Championship title in the same season, as well as reaching the 1986 Challenge Cup Final. Although his stint was relatively brief, Miller’s impact was significant, and he was recognised by being named Man of Steel in 1986.

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Tony Collins @collinstony.bsky.social · Sep 6

As we approach tomorrow’s massive East v West derby in Hull, I reveal the bone-chilling truth about Hull and Rovers!

Curiosity @curiosityhull.bsky.social · Sep 6

Why Is Mersey Street So Important For The History Of Rugby League In Hull?

Writer @collinstony.bsky.social explains why @hullfcofficial.bsky.social used to be the east Hull team and @hullkr.bsky.social were from the west of the city.

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Picture House 77 @picturehouse77.bsky.social · Aug 31

I don't think any photo could better convey the trepidation that Parky is experiencing at that moment.

Picture House 77 @picturehouse77.bsky.social · Aug 29

That looks fantastic! Hope it goes great 👍

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Acid Rain @bearysweet.bsky.social · Aug 26

No brush, no pencil. Just a typewriter.

Artist James, using a 1930s Smith Premier typewriter, typed out this painting.

#art #printer #unique #typewriter #illustration

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Picture House 77 @picturehouse77.bsky.social · Aug 25

Love it!