MAT GARDNER is set to make his return to action on Sunday in the Giants' Senior Academy clash against Hull at Hull Ionians (12.30).

The powerful Super League squad three-quarter, pictured right, missed last week's Under 21s defeat at Salford with the same stomach bug that laid Jamahl Lolesi low.

His return will provide a big boost against what will be a strong Hull side, with half-back Tom Hemingway again expected to lead the Giants' challenge.

Although the side has yet to be finalised, there will definitely be another appearance for Junior Academy full-back Ryan Heeley.

The former Newsome Panther, left, shaped up well at Salford a week ago and keeps his place.

And for those fans planning on making the trip, they are advised to set off early to avoid a motorcycle rally taking place on the morning.

The Junior Academy are in action tomorrow and host Hull at the DRAM Centre (2.00).

Huddersfield hand a debut to Stanley Rangers' back-rower Jamie Milburn, who starts on the bench.

Junior Academy: Cowling; Lopag, Lawrence, Robinson, Maxwell; Broady, Barber; Thomas, Firm, Roberts, Cuttell, Housley, Chappell. Subs: Williams, Milburn, Gorman, Pinder.