Whitehaven once again competed in the National League One in the 2006 season after falling to defeat against Castleford Tigers in the 2005 grand final for a second successive year.
[1] They were led by new coach Dave Rotheram who replaced the outgoing Steve McCormack, after he took up the head coaching role at newly relegated Widnes Vikings.
[2] Throughout much of the season, the club struggled with injuries which hindered their attempts to reach a third consecutive final and finally secure promotion.
At one point, 15-first team players were unavailable for selection.
[3] Nevertheless, they mounted a late challenge, led by new-scrum half John Duffy and supported by Steve Trindall and Gary Broadbent before ultimately falling short.