Brian Ashton: Why the promotion races are ‘terrific’ and the opportunities the National Leagues provide
Speaking to Talking Rugby Union, former England head coach Brian Ashton explains why the National Leagues continue to promote the characteristics of rugby + he salutes a fascinating conclusion to the 2021/22 season which is beginning to reach its climax. (Photo Credit: Gareth Lyons)
Blackheath dent Park’s promotion push, Hull overcome latest hurdle and Hinckley topple another title candidate
Blackheath boosted their own survival hopes with a cracking win over Rosslyn Park, Hull took a huge stride towards the National Two North title and Hinckley sting Worthing Raiders in the Midlands. (Photo Credit: Steve Flynn)
Hull and Sedgley Park the headline act as National Leagues return for run-in
Rosslyn Park’s meeting with Blackheath in National One will have a bearing on both ends of the third tier but all eyes will be on the summit of National Two North as the title race reaches a pivotal moment. (Photo Credit: Gareth Lyons)
History made in National One, Sedge do all they can and Esher snatch victory to go top
National One clubs Rams RFC and Chinnor were part of a landmark evening on Friday night whilst Sedgley Park have momentum behind them and National Two South’s title race experienced its latest twist.
A rivalry ready for its next chapter: The journey of Rams RFC and Chinnor
Rams RFC and Chinnor have followed similar paths since they both found themselves in National Two South and their local rivalry is set to resume in front of the National League Rugby cameras on Friday night. (Photo Credit: Paul Clark and David Howlett)
Promotion candidates show fight and flair as title battles rumble on
Round 24 may not have thrown up too many shocks in the National Leagues, but it was always going to be a test for those sides vying for promotion and the main title contenders didn’t blink. (Photo Credit: Ian Clark)
Clubs looking to attack Round 24 as finish line starts to come into view
Victories at this stage of a season seemingly take on a greater significance as teams look to keep themselves in the running for promotion or gain the desired results to move away from the drop. Photo Credit: (Ro Burridge)
Late drama encapsulates gripping National League weekend
Sale FC produced a stunning turnaround and Leeds Tykes snatched a potentially huge victory whilst Hull were involved in a thrilling finale against title rivals Rotherham Titans. Photo Credit: (Gareth Lyons)
A weekend that could shape the season: Why Round 23 in the National Leagues is worth taking note of
There are huge games at the summit and at the foot of National One, its first vs second in National Two North whilst three points separate the top four in National Two South. (Photo Credit: Gareth Lyons)
Title race blown wide open in National Two South after Esher defeat Redruth
We witnessed some significant shake-ups at both ends of the National One table in Round 22 whilst the next two weeks in National Two North and South could be season defining. (Photo Credit: Gary House)