Thousands turn out to welcome the Giants home

Sep 1 2009 By Neil Atkinson

"We are looking forward now to the play-offs and to bringing some silverware home to the birthplace of the Rugby League".

Kirklees Mayor Clr Julie Stewart-Turner, who was in the 76,560 crowd at Wembley, said she was proud to be from Huddersfield.

"It’s great to see so many people here in the Square to welcome back the Giants.

"It has been a great achievement in getting to Wembley and they have shown they can be a force in the sport.

"This is just the beginning."

Clr Mehboob Khan, leader of Kirklees Council, said to see thousands of loyal and dedicated fans showing their support was hugely memorable.

"The club has had a fine season and, although it isn’t over yet, Huddersfield can be proud of its team’s achievements.

"Having thriving professional sports clubs is important to any town. They boost our feel-good factor, our economy and our community spirit – and the Giants make a vital contribution to that in Huddersfield."

And the final word went to Giants’ scrum-half Luke Robinson, who admitted he was "choked" at the reception from the fans.

"We didn’t deliver at Wembley but we will do it in the play-offs."