STAY-AWAY Leigh Centurions fans don't know what they are missing, according to Hilton Park chairman Mick Higgins.

Four successive home league wins, two of them against sides pushing for the title, are evidence that Leigh have finally adjusted to life in Division One.

But the gaps on the terraces remain a big worry to club bosses.

Just over 1100 saw Leigh stage a remarkable fightback from 19-6 down to beat high-flying Hunslet Hawks 26-23 on Sunday - about 500 down on what the Centurions have budgeted for.

"I'm really puzzled and disappointed," says Mr Higgins.

"The quality of rugby we've played in the last four home games has been second to none. It must be 15 years since our attacking game was so good.

"Yet we can't seem to attract more than 1100 people. I would plead with all those who are staying at home to come down to our next home game and see for themselves the top class entertainment the team is capable of.

"Those who have not been for a while will notice a tremendous transformation, both on and off the pitch.

"Anyone who saw how the players responded to the encouragement from the terraces on Sunday will realise that the crowd has a big part to play in the team's success.

"Just imagine how much better things would be if another 500 or so turn up against Keighley on May 24?

"Get down and the team will give you something to shout about."

Meanwhile, Leigh who travel to league leaders Wakefield on Sunday, will be without centre Andy Fairclough for another six weeks.

Fairclough, who was in excellent early season form, has been told he must rest his shin splint injury for another six weeks. The injury has already kept him out of the last eight games.

Scrum-half Chris Wilkinson has been released on a free transfer and joined second division Oldham. He made his debut in their 28-20 win over Batley on Sunday.

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