BULLBUILDER, the club’s official supporters trust, and members of the academy will be holding a bucket collection at Odsal on Sunday to support the development of the next generation of Bradford Bulls stars.

Following the news the club has been granted a two-year licence to run their academy, fundraising will continue ahead of the clash with Widnes.

Bulls head coach John Kear said: “BullBuilder has been a vital part of our youth development programme, ensuring that our youth department can provide the best possible environment in which to help our young players develop as players, and most importantly as people.

“Without their consistent support in what has been some difficult years for the club, it would not have been possible for this to happen, and for that I would like to thank all involved.

“If you are thinking of joining BullBuilder, please do not hesitate to do so, as it really does make a difference.”

Bradford Bulls head of youth Leigh Beattie said: “I would like to thank BullBuilder and all its members and supporters for your outstanding contribution over the last 10 years, which has provided equipment for training, in the gym, classroom and on the field.

“Providing medical equipment and supporting the development of our junior players has had and will continue to have a massive impact on the development of our players.

“On behalf of all the players and staff, once again, a massive thank you to you all.”

If you wish to make a donation to the bucket collection to support the academy, you can also do this online at http://www.bullbuilder.co.uk/donations/