Round Five Review: Leagues starting to take shape, October openings and plenty of the unpredictable
We’re only five rounds in, but battles at the top may have begun to shift the dial while after a gruelling September, the start of a new month brought fresh optimism for some. (Photo Credit: Gareth Lyons)
Round Five Preview: Standout Fixtures Set to heighten or dampen Early-Season Aspirations
Clashes like Rosslyn Park vs Plymouth Albion, Macclesfield vs Fylde, and Oxford Harlequins vs Guernsey Raiders already feel like big matches, even at this early stage of the campaign. (Photo Credit: Gareth Lyons)
Round Four Review: Maiden Wins Registered and Unstoppable Starts Roll Into October
As September ends, some clubs get off the mark while others carry forward growing momentum. (Photo Credit: Martin Gray Photography)
Round Four Preview: Final September Fixtures Bring Opportunities to many
And just like that, September is almost over, but Round Four offers plenty of clubs the chance to head into October with a spring in their step. (Photo Credit: Nick King)
Round Three Review: Testing Weather Conditions Fail to Halt Thrilling Weekend of Action
Round Three delivered thrilling action despite challenging weather, with standout performances, remarkable fightbacks and last-gasp heroics. (Photo Credit: Gareth Lyons)
Joe Makin Interview: ‘I don’t quite know how I’ve got to 400 games but I have!’
The Hull Ionians captain will play his 400th game for the club on Saturday and the ever-present, who has had a special career, is showing no signs of slowing down. (Photo Credit: John Ashton)
Round Three Preview: Title Contenders Tested, Unbeaten Starts To Protect and First Wins Up for Grabs
From Plymouth Albion’s test at Bishop’s Stortford to Havant v Esher and Camborne’s Midlands trip, here’s your full weekend preview. (Photo Credit: Daniel Rule Photography)
Round Two Review: Familiar Faces in the Ascendancy, Derby Delight and Late Drama
The second round of the National League Rugby season delivered everything from nail-biting finales to derby delight, with familiar contenders underlining their ambitions and newcomers making their presence felt. (Photo Credit: Phillipa Hilton)
Encouraging Attendances Expected as Derby Weekend Lights Up Round Two
From the North-East down to Cornwall, derby fever grips National League Rugby this weekend, with some bumper crowds expected across the country. (Photo Credit: John and Barbara Austin)
Round One Review: Newcomers Shine, Early Markers Set, Four-Try Heroes & Late Drama
National League Rugby returned with its usual mix of eye-catching results, classy individual performances, and a sprinkling of late drama. (Photo Credit: Jonathan Knight)