One of the top performers in Wolves’ opening matches of the season has been Simon Grix. Here, his older brother and rival in the Huddersfield Giants ranks, gives us some sibling insight ahead of the head-to-head clash at the Galpharm Stadium this weekend

SCOTT Grix will be watching out for ‘big brother’ when Warrington Wolves tackle Super League leaders Huddersfield Giants at the Galpharm Stadium on Saturday.

Huddersfield full back Scott, aged 27, and Warrington loose forward Simon, aged 26, renew their on-pitch sibling rivalry after starting the season in top form.

Scott, Huddersfield supporters’ player of the year in 2011, said: “I love facing him now, it’s starting to become a regular thing and there’s a lot of bragging rights to be had.

“We’re both in pretty good form at the moment and the last two games he’s done really well. It’s a proud moment for the whole family watching us play and I think they’re sitting on the fence to who they think will win.”

Despite Scott believing he had the edge when they were younger, he knows if his brother gets near him on Saturday he will be in for a tough time.

“The older brother, younger brother (scenario) came into play a lot and I’d always win, but now he’s a bigger lad so if he gets hold of me on Saturday he’s probably going to knock me about,” he said.

“He’s developed his game a lot with Tony Smith at the helm. Smith’s obviously a very good coach and has helped my brother technically and with his strong work ethic he’s going to be tough to play against.”

Current bragging rights are with Simon, although Huddersfield bagged two good wins against Wolves early in the 2011 campaign.

In the last meeting, though, Wolves hammered Huddersfield 47-0 in the play-offs last September and were presented with the League Leaders’ Shield after the final whistle.

“In my opinion, they were by far the best team in the competition last year and I’m not afraid of admitting that,” said Grix.

“They’re definitely up there again with the best this season, but we believe in ourselves as well and I’m really looking forward to the game.”

With both sides amassing huge winning margins in their most recent fixture, Grix believes the occasion will live up to the blockbuster expectations.

“I think the games both sides have offered up in the past have been great spectacles,” he said.

“It’s definitely going to be a tough fixture and we both scored a lot of points at the weekend which is going to give both sides a massive confidence boost.

“It will be interesting how both teams will approach the game and I’m certainly expecting a difficult encounter.”

Other than his brother, Scott singled out a number of outstanding performers in the Wolves ranks.

“Both teams have had a few players missing up to now, but they had Lee Briers back against London Broncos and by the looks of the game he stole the show and will definitely be one to watch,” he said.

“Trent Waterhouse is basically Ben Westwood on the other side of the pitch. He’s a big, tall and fit bloke who’s likely to cause problems.

“Also, attacking wise, I think Stefan Ratchford is a big player for them. He’s got his chance really early with Brett Hodgson missing so we’ll be keeping an eye on him.”

Grix has featured against the club on several occasions and believes their support is definitely a bonus for Wolves.

The primrose and blue barmy army are likely to add to a roaring atmosphere at the Galpharm Stadium on Saturday, kick off 4.45pm.

“Their fans are really good. I like playing at their place because they create a fantastic atmosphere,” he continued.

“Warrington had a reasonably lengthy journey to Hull on the opening day and with this being relatively short I expect them to bring a lot of fans with them and create a memorable occasion.”

All travelling supporters who wish to make the trip to Yorkshire are urged to pre-purchase their match-day tickets from The Halliwell Jones Stadium because it will earn Wolves a commission on all ticket sales, while also saving £3 from game-day prices.

Under 12s can enter the game free of charge but note that under 12s must still have a ticket to gain entry and these are available from the Warrington ticket office or alternatively on the turnstiles at the match.