Author: Phil Hodgson
NCL Division Two round-up: East Leeds set the early pace
EAST LEEDS, the 2024 Division Three champions, are setting the early pace with two wins in their first two outings. The men from Easy Road…
Welcome days, wildlife and homework clubs – West Hull do more than rugby
The two days before the weekend are always special at Johnny Whiteley Park, the home of National Conference League giants West Hull. THE West Hull…
Talking Grassroots: The sad decline of Hull’s once-thriving open age set-up
I’D LIKE to think there will be a very healthy turnout when the Hull and District League’s open-age committee and local clubs (let’s hope that…
Rugby League Legends team prepare for busy year
THE Silverbacks, who were launched to help players adapt to retirement after hanging up their boots, and who have also helped raise vital funds for…
Two new teams formed in Caerphilly
WHAT a way to celebrate St David’s Day! Two new teams have been launched in Wales, both in the Caerphilly County Borough. Ambitious South Wales…
Hull and District League plan to revive prestigious Council Cup
THE Hull and District Open Age League plans to revive its prestigious Council Cup – which committee members believe to be the oldest knockout competition…
Torfaen Tigers the early leaders in Welsh Wheelchair League
TORFAEN TIGERS are the early leaders after beating SWINDON ST GEORGE 56-6 on the opening day of the campaign, edging ahead of NORTH WALES CRUSADERS,…
NCL Premier Division round-up: Waterhead Warriors make impact on top-flight debut
LAST year’s Division One champions WATERHEAD WARRIORS announced their bid to make a real impact in their first season in the top flight with a…
NCL Division Two round-up: Promoted sides all prevail in opening round
NORMANTON signalled their intent for a serious promotion bid after missing out on the play-offs in 2024 with a comprehensive 34-10 victory over relegated Skirlaugh….
Talking Grassroots: Police Rugby League break new ground with mixed-gender team
THERE’S always something new in Rugby League, which is why it remains such a vibrant sport and will, hopefully, continue to enjoy rude health. The…