New NCA Chairman John Inverdale: We want to broaden the appeal of the National Leagues
John Inverdale has expressed his desire to broaden the appeal of the National Leagues after becoming the National Clubs Association’s (NCA) new chairman.
Ford and Westcliff hopeful of progression
Jacob Ford feels Westcliff showed “clear signs of progression” throughout the National Two South campaign following their promotion to the fourth tier of English rugby. (Photo Credit: Tim Browne)
‘The vision of the club excites me’- Plymouth head coach Damian Welch chats to NCA Rugby
New Plymouth head coach Damian Welch says the vision which the club has was a driving force behind him joining the National One side.
Chinnor Director of Rugby Richard Thorpe: “This was a perfect opportunity for me”
Richard Thorpe chats to ncarugby.com following his recent appointment as Chinnor’s new Director of Rugby. Photo Credit: Simon Cooper
Tom Varndell: National League values are what rugby is all about
The Premiership’s all-time record try-scorer Tom Vardnell will be joining up with National Two South outfit Bury St Edmunds next season and the former Leicester, Wasps and Bristol man chatted to ncarubgy.com
New Arrivals – Harrogate
David Doherty has told the story of how Harrogate experienced mixed emotions before their promotion back to National Two North was rubber-stamped. Photo Credit: Richard Bown
Sale FC’s Chris Johnson and the 2.6 challenge
Chris Johnson’s status in the National Leagues is unquestionable – his superb career speaks for itself. Photo Credit: (Gareth Lyons)
Altrincham Kersal: The rugby club which is helping to feed the community
Altrincham Kersal has its local community at the heart of its rugby club. The shared passion for the sport brings people together from across the town and this year, the Stelfox Avenue faithful saw their side mount a late promotion push before the season was curtailed due to the coronavirus pandemic
New Arrivals – Rochford Hundred
Graham Pratt admits it has been a rollercoaster of an adventure for Rochford Hundred over the last three seasons and feels the Essex club ‘deserved’ to gain promotion to the National Leagues. Photo Credit: (Martin Gray)
Barnes RFC’s ‘Big Lift’ takes centre stage
Barnes RFC will be hosting a charity lift on Saturday in memory of club stalwart Garry Garrett, who sadly passed away due to coronavirus. ncarugby.com caught up with head coach Joe Gray to discuss the initiative. Photo Credit: (Jonathan Knight)