Treiziste Diary: The relaunch of a Basque rugby league club

A chance meeting, and a Leeds rugby league shirt, has resulted in the rebirth of one of French rugby league’s most iconic clubs and the…

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Treiziste Diary: Touring teams give France reasons to be positive

Gallic pessimism may be something of a stereotype, but it can often be found on display in rugby league discussions. Could the on field endeavours…

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Treiziste Diary: France’s police rugby league team

Forget all about Inspector Clouseau and discover the rugby league-playing police officers of France instead. CORPORATE sports teams are sometimes undervalued in French rugby league….

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Treiziste Diary: What it’s like moving to France to play rugby league (Part Two)

Following on from last month’s piece, as promised, some more useful advice from those with the relevant experience on how to acclimatise when playing rugby…

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Treiziste Diary: What it’s like moving to France to play rugby league

For British or Australian players who would like to consider playing in France, there are many differences to be aware of, but if you learn…

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Treiziste Diary: Will French clubs be kicked out of Super League or the heart of NRL vision?

There are conflicting visions on the future of Super League and whether French clubs should be in or out. I HATE clickbait on the internet….

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Treiziste Diary: A survival guide to France for rugby league fans

Although France and the UK are separated only by a narrow channel of water, there are many differences between the two countries, especially when it…

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Treiziste Diary: Rugby league’s presence in western France

Western France is not noted as a rugby league hotbed, but there is some activity there, and plenty of ambition to grow the sport in…

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Treiziste Diary: What could this year have in store for French rugby league?

A new year is always a time for looking ahead with hopes for the future, so what could 2025 have in store for rugby league…

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Treiziste Diary: Two clubs offer encouraging signs for French rugby league growth

Two clubs that coincidentally share the same nickname are providing encouraging signs of growth for the game in France. I HAVE a confession to make….

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