As a player, Sylvain Houles was always a frustrated attacker - so it’s no surprise Toulouse Olympique’s coach is now imploring his side to express themselves.
The French newcomers visit Castleford on Friday fresh from picking up an historic first Betfred Super League win over champions St Helens. Arguably, that was the biggest night in the club’s history but - if they are to ensure top-flight survival - they know it can’t be a one-off. Ex-France winger Houles, 40, has been in charge for the last decade and led Toulouse's inspirational rise to the top.
They play attractive rugby and that is underpinned by the coach’s philosophy - and his own shortcomings as a player. Houles spent most of his career with Toulouse but only after stints with Huddersfield, London, Dewsbury and Wakefield.
