By JON NEWCOMBE

Taking flight: Falcons fullback Simon Hammersley

SIMON Hammersley insists there is a real belief within the Newcastle squad that a Champions Cup spot or even a play-off place are realistic goals.
Once the Falcons looked upon such lofty ambitions in vain hope rather than expectation, but a fivematch winning run in all competitions means confidence is running sky high at Kingston Park.
“Top four or top six looks achievable”, the 24-year-old said. “We’re fifth going into the New Year having played everybody and confidence is high. There’s an o...