Category: Grassroots
James Simpson appointed to groundbreaking role in men’s game
JAMES SIMPSON has broken new ground with his appointment to the coaching staff of the Lancashire academy team. He becomes the first former England wheelchair…
Former Keighley Cougars star helping town’s new NCL club thrive
BEN STEAD is certainly making his mark as Keighley Albion, who are back in the National Conference League for the first time since the late…
Scotland confirm squad for Under 16 Four Nations tournament
SCOTLAND have confirmed their squad for the Under 16 Four Nations tournament. The young Bravehearts, who will open their challenge on Saturday, May 24 against…
Swindon St George looking to attract more youth players
SWINDON ST GEORGE are enjoying a healthy present – and building for an increasingly vibrant future. The Wiltshire outfit are holding a taster session on…
The NCL side on course for record-breaking season after remarkable start
EAST LEEDS could be on course to smash all records in the National Conference League Second Division this season. The Easy Road outfit, who were…
Talking Grassroots: Is a BARLA National Cup final repeat on the cards?
THE first thing that stood out for me, in the second round of the BARLA National Cup, is that holders Thatto Heath Crusaders and last…
England Universities begin President’s Cup with win over GB Teachers
ENGLAND UNIVERSITES 26 GREAT BRITAIN TEACHERS 16 DAVID BUTLER, Sheffield Hallam University Sports Park, Wednesday NATHAN LYON’S hat-trick of tries for Great Britain Teachers was…
Youth fixtures – week beginning April 21
YOUTH & JUNIOR Fixtures BARLA YOUTH CUPS Tuesday 22 April UNDER 14S ROUND THREE: Saddleworth Rangers Rhinos v Siddal. – CHAMPION SCHOOLS Wednesday 23 April…
Scotland rugby league season to begin with nines tournament in Edinburgh
THE 2025 Scotland RL season will open on Saturday, May 10 with a nines tournament in Edinburgh. The league campaign is expected to comprise four…
Talking Grassroots: Changing times as amateur leagues shut down over Easter
DIFFERENT days, different ways. I’ve been reminded of the old adage several times recently, not least when fixtures came through from amateur leagues around the…